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  • IOS Sports & Entertainment facilitates YES Bank’s partnership with Indian Olympic Association

    IOS Sports & Entertainment facilitates YES Bank’s partnership with Indian Olympic Association

    Mumbai: As the countdown to the much-anticipated Paris 2024 Olympic Games continues, IOS Sports & Entertainment – the official commercial managers for the Indian Olympic Association, today announced the onboarding of private bank network YES BANK as the official banking partner for Team India. YES BANK will now be the official banking partner of the Paris-bound Indian Olympic contingent for the upcoming Summer Olympic Games in Paris. This strategic collaboration facilitated by the leading sports marketing agency IOS Sports & Entertainment establishes YES BANK’s commitment to fostering excellence in sports, ensuring – no stone is left unturned in Team India’s preparations for the upcoming Olympic Games.

    With this partnership, YES BANK which is the Official Banking Partner, joins the ranks of Adani Sportsline, JSW, and Reliance Foundation as Principal Sponsors, further strengthening the support for Team India at the Paris Olympic Games 2024.

    “We are thrilled to embark on this journey with the Indian Olympic Association,” said YES BANK MD & CEO Prashant Kumar. “India’s achievements in international sports have inspired the nation. The Olympics hold a significant place for Indians, uniting us in support of our athletes. YES BANK is committed to supporting Team India in their pursuit of excellence, reflecting our dedication to national pride and achievement.”

    The Indian Olympic Association welcomed the partnership, acknowledging YES BANK’s commitment to Team India for the upcoming Olympic Games. “YES BANK’s support is a testament to their belief in our athletes’ potential and dedication to building a culture of sports excellence in India,” said the Indian Olympic Association president PT Usha. “Their support not only boosts our athletes’ spirit but also gives them the confidence to aim big and win the medals.”

    IOS Sports & Entertainment MD Neerav Tomar – the official commercial partner of the Indian Olympic Association, also celebrated the new partnership. Tomar said, “We are delighted to onboard YES BANK as the Official Banking Partner of Team India for the upcoming Paris Olympics. YES BANK has been a great promoter of sports for a long time and this partnership with Team India for the Olympic Games not only signifies their dedication to the development of sports in the country but also our shared vision of empowering Team India to achieve unparalleled success at this year’s Paris Olympic.”

    He further added, “We are excited about the great things we are going to accomplish together for Team India and I would like to thank the Indian Olympic Association for bestowing us with this responsibility and their trust as the official commercial partners for Team India.”

    With the Paris 2024 Olympic Games on the horizon, Team India is determined to build upon their successes and reach new heights, backed by the unwavering support of IOS, YES BANK, and other sponsors.

    This partnership stands as a testament to IOS’s commitment to nurturing talent, encouraging athletes, promoting sports, and creating a collective effort to improve and bring India’s best athleticism and sportsmanship to the global stage.

  • Indian Olympic Association partners with DreamSetGo as official travel partner

    Indian Olympic Association partners with DreamSetGo as official travel partner

    Mumbai: The Indian Olympic Association (IOA) is delighted to announce a groundbreaking partnership with DreamSetGo as the official travel partner for the Indian Olympic Delegation. This strategic collaboration aims to enhance the overall experience for the Indian delegation traveling to Paris next year to cheer and support the Indian Olympic Team.

    DreamSetGo, India’s premium sports experiences and travel platform, will play a pivotal role in providing comprehensive services to the Indian delegation, ensuring a seamless and unforgettable journey to Paris. The partnership encompasses all travel services and ground support in Paris through the duration of the Olympic Games with a focus on delivering world-class experiences for sports fans.

    As the official hospitality and travel partner to several renowned global rights holders to major sporting events, DreamSetGo brings unparalleled expertise and a proven track record in managing the travel and hospitality needs of sports fans on a global scale. This collaboration solidifies DreamSetGo’s commitment to delivering excellence in sports travel and hospitality.

    Indian Olympic Association president Dr PT Usha expressed her enthusiasm about the collaboration, stating, “We are excited to join forces with DreamSetGo for the upcoming marquee year. This partnership will undoubtedly elevate the experience for the Indian Olympic Delegation, providing them with top-notch services and ensuring their journey to support the Indian Olympic Team be both memorable and hassle-free.”

    DreamSetGo will leverage its extensive network and experience to make travelling to Paris in the summer a seamless and once-in-a-lifetime experience. They will provide the ground support that will aid in executing a successful campaign for the Indian Olympic Team.

    Speaking about the partnership with IOA, DreamSetGo founder and chief business officer Monish Shah said “We are honoured to partner with the Indian Olympic Association and hope to elevate the Olympic experience for hundreds of athletes, their families and various federations. From being a cricket-loving nation, India has transformed into one of the biggest consumers of international sports. As India emerges as a strong global sporting nation, DreamSetGo aims to enable Indians with end-to-end experiences, right from taking care of travel needs, and accommodations, to offering unique money-can’t-buy experiences. Travellers need not worry about anything along the way with us as their travel partner.”

  • PVR INOX to celebrate Team India’s 107 Asian Games Medals with movie tickets at ₹107 on 3 November

    PVR INOX to celebrate Team India’s 107 Asian Games Medals with movie tickets at ₹107 on 3 November

    Mumbai: With an objective to celebrate and honor Team India’s stupendous feat of winning 107 medals at the Asian Games, India’s largest cinema chain, PVR INOX Ltd has announced that all movie tickets on 3 November 2023 will be priced at a flat rate of ₹107. Shortly after National Cinema Day, moviegoers can once again experience the latest films on the silver screen at slashed prices, with this celebratory initiative by PVR INOX as a tribute to athletes who made the nation proud. As a gesture of PVR INOX’s appreciation for the extraordinary accomplishment, the entire Indian contingent for the Asian Games will also be invited with their families to enjoy a movie of their choice, at any PVR INOX cinema in the country on 3 November. PVR INOX has also announced that all the medal-winning athletes at Asian Games can avail unlimited number of movie-watching experiences at any PVR INOX cinemas for a month, starting 3 November, till 2 December.

    PVR-INOX Ltd co-CEO Alok Tandon said, “Each of the 107 medals has a truly inspirational story behind it, which can potentially inspire the entire generation. We have therefore curated this unique celebration, which would make more and more Indian’s feel the achievement, cherish and get inspired. Our athletes have indeed made the entire country swell with pride through their outstanding performance at the Asian Games 2023. As a brand deeply committed to supporting the spirit of sports, it is our duty to spread the cheer further. We firmly believe that this achievement deserves to be celebrated nationwide, by every citizen. With this initiative, PVR INOX continues its unwavering support and commitment towards promoting sports in India.”    

    Indian Olympic Association president PT Usha said, “Sports and movies have a common audience, and therefore we thank the INOX Group for coming up with such a unique and popular idea to celebrate the massive achievement of our athletes. It is indeed a moment to cherish, and there cannot be a better way to make more and more Indians a part of this celebration than to offer them a chance to enjoy a movie at such heavily discounted price. We would also like to thank INOX Group for offering a month-long unlimited access to the medal winners and inviting the entire contingent to watch a movie of their choice at any PVR INOX cinema in the country.”  

    As a part of this celebration, audiences will be able to enjoy an enjoyable slate of movies on this day, including Tejas, Killers Of The Flower Moon, Sajini Shinde Ka Viral Video and 12th Fail, and fresh releases like Aankh Micholi, Hukus Bukus and The Marsh King’s Daughter. The tickets of the concert screening film, Taylor Swift – The Eras Tour will be priced normally, and will not be included in this offer. Ticket prices in some states may vary due to pricing regulations and local taxes. The offer will be valid for all the mainstream seats only, and recliners and premium category formats will not be a part of this celebratory offer.

    PVR INOX has laid out these special celebratory offers, with an objective of not only commemorating the remarkable achievement of the Indian athletes but also make Indian sports and movie fans join the celebrations and cherish the historic milestone. INOX Group is the official sponsor of the Indian Olympic Team since 2020 and has been building awareness about the Olympic movement across the country, through promotions at the cinemas along with various other initiatives.

  • IOA unveils uniquely designed ceremonial dress and player kit for 19th Asian Games

    IOA unveils uniquely designed ceremonial dress and player kit for 19th Asian Games

    Mumbai: The Indian Olympic Association (IOA), on Tuesday, unveiled the much-anticipated official ceremonial dress and playing kit for the Indian contingent that will compete at the forthcoming 2022 Asian Games scheduled to be held in Hangzhou, China from 23 September 23 to 8 October.

    IOA also conducted a glittering send-off ceremony which was graced by the union minister for information & broadcasting and youth affairs & sports Anurag Singh Thakur, IOA president and legendary sprinter PT Usha along with other senior officials.

    The Indian contingent was represented by Indian hockey goalkeepers PR Sreejesh (men), Savita Punia (women), shooting sensation Manu Bhaker and 2018 Asian Games shot put gold medallist Tajinderpal Singh Toor among sportspersons from many other disciplines.

    Conceived and uniquely designed by the National Institute of Fashion Technology, the ceremonial dress includes a khaki textured saree for women and khaki kurta for the male players.

    The bandhgala jacket of male athletes and the high neck blouse for the women seamlessly blends Indian motifs and prints with quintessential Indian silhouettes that represents the rich cultural tapestry of India on the global stage. The attire embraces nature with recycled fabrics that promotes sustainability.

    Speaking on the occasion Anurag Singh Thakur commented, “It’s not just a uniform; it’s a symbol of pride and identity for our athletes. The uniform proudly represents India’s self-reliance and showcases the country’s diverse heritage and design leadership. I am confident that as much as the team will represent the young and new India; we will ensure historic performances and return with the best medal count. I urge the country to stand behind our athletes and cheer for them.”

    The playing kit, crafted by JSW Inspire, official sport apparel partner of the contingent, is designed by the talented Kashmiri designer Aaquib Wani who has also designed the Indian cricket team jersey. It is inspired by the country’s varied art forms that serves as a visual ode to the incredible diversity and unity that defines India, ensuring that every athlete carries a piece of their home state with them onto the field.

    IOA President Dr. PT Usha said she expects every member of the contingent to make the best effort to make India proud. “We have waited long for the 2022 Asian Games and are delighted that India is sending its largest contingent of 634 athletes. We believe that this squad has the potential to get India its best medal haul as well,” she said.

    “In the IOA, we have made every effort to place the athlete in the centre of our universe and ensure that they are well looked after.”

    With 33 members, rowing has the largest unit after athletics going to Hangzhou to stake claim at the medal. Meanwhile, a 15-member Esports team will also be at the Asian Games as the event makes its official debut.  

    The Indian contingent clinched 70 medals, including 16 gold, in the last edition of the Asian Games held in 2018.

    JSW Inspire, Reliance Foundation, Adani Sportsline and Samsonite are the principal sponsors to Team India for the 2022 Asian Games while Borosil, Skechers, Amul, SFA, Inox Group and The Leela palace hotels and resorts have joined hands as the associate sponsors and partners.

  • PT Usha doubles up as high-speed chef in KFC’s new campaign

    PT Usha doubles up as high-speed chef in KFC’s new campaign

    Mumbai: KFC India has announced the launch of their new ‘Express Pick-up’ service endorsed by none other than the Queen of Speed – PT Usha herself.

    “Place a pick-up or takeaway order on the KFC App or website or walk into the restaurant to place a takeaway order and we will ready that order for pick-up in seven minutes,” the brand promises in its campaign film which shows the legendary sprinter doubling up as a high-speed chef in the KFC kitchen. The campaign film promises ‘Taste Amaze, Mile Tez’ as orders are readied for pick-up in seven minutes, else customers are offered a piece of Hot & Crispy chicken free.

    The film opens with two customers walking into a KFC restaurant and reading about the seven-minute Express Pick-up promise. Not quite believing it, they joke about how the order must be prepared by PT Usha, because how else would it ever be ready in seven minutes. Next, they see the Colonel blowing a whistle to mark the start of time and the chicken gets prepared in the kitchen, going through different stages to finally being packed, ready to be picked-up by the customers. The customers can’t believe what they are seeing – PT Usha serving the order, but more so that their order is actually ready within seven-minutes.

     

     

    KFC India chief marketing officer Moksh Chopra said, “The legend PT Usha epitomises all things speed and who better to convey our new Express Pick-up service than her. So if you are out and need to pick up some KFC on the go, or have a group of friends visiting and need to pick-up KFC favs for all, simply go for KFC’s Express Pick-up. Our seven-minute promise is a key differentiator, ensuring minimal waiting time for the order. So, get set to give in to your KFC-ravings in just seven minutes, kyuki haan, PT Usha bana rahi hai!”

    “While ‘speed’ is certainly thrilling for me, this even takes it a notch higher with express. The concept itself was so exciting that I jumped at the opportunity of featuring in the campaign, alongside the beloved Colonel,” PT Usha said.

    Ogilvy North chief creative officer Ritu Sharda said, “Since we’ve been kids, speed has had only one name: PT Usha. The fact is, even now, PT Usha is the icon for speed in India. So, for KFC’s super-fast take away service, there could be no better endorser to say ‘seven minute matlab seven minute’.”

  • Kotak Celebrates International Women’s Day with PT Usha; Launches Kotak Silk Loans

    Kotak Celebrates International Women’s Day with PT Usha; Launches Kotak Silk Loans

    Mumbai, 5th March, 2020: To celebrate International Women’s Day on 8th March, Kotak Mahindra Group (Kotak) today announced the launch of Kotak Silk Loans – a range of attractive rates and special offers across categories specially tailored for women borrowers.   

    Under Kotak Silk loans, Kotak Mahindra Bank and Kotak Mahindra Prime will give attractive offers on a range of loans catering to a woman’s personal and business requirements including home loans, personal loans, two-wheeler loans, business loans, loan against property and working capital solutions to its existing and new customers.*

    Elizabeth Venkataraman, Joint President and Head of Marketing, Kotak Mahindra Bank said, “The embodiment of the Kotak Silk Savings Programme is to empower women in their journey towards financial independence. Today, we are delighted to extend the Silk proposition to loans. More and more women today are confidently managing their twin roles – an anchor at home and a trailblazer outside. Women are entering diverse fields – struggling, surviving, persisting, competing hard and excelling – that is their story. Through Kotak Silk Loans our endeavour is to extend financial support to women in the pursuit of their dreams.”

    Further, to celebrate International Women’s Day, Kotak has launched a digital campaign.

    Starring PT Usha, the Indian track & field legend, who has inspired a generation of women, Kotak Silk’s #WomenInspireWomen salutes the millions of amazing Indian women who are breaking barriers, overcoming hurdles and being an inspiration to many other women in their journey towards achieving their dreams. Link to the video – #WomenInspireWomen

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    *Kotak Silk Loans are available across the country at Kotak branches and through the website – www.kotak.com. Existing Kotak customers can also apply for Kotak Silk Loans through the Kotak mobile banking app.

    Product
    Offers for Women#
    Home Loans
    • Lower interest rate – 0.05% p.a. discount on interest rate
    Personal Loans
    • Flat and discounted processing fee of Rs. 999
    Two-wheeler Loans
    • Discounted Flat rate of interest at 8.75% p.a.
    Business Loans
    • Lower interest rate – 0.50% p.a. discount on interest rate
    Loan Against Property
    • Lower interest rate – 0.25% p.a. discount on interest rate
    Working Capital Solutions
    • Lower interest rate – 0.10% p.a. discount on interest rate

    Each customer availing a new loan product during this period will also receive special offers on brands such as Forest Essentials, Jaypore, Bagrry’s, Firstcry.com and VLCC (sponsored by the merchants).

    #Terms & Conditions apply.

    Credit at sole discretion of Kotak Mahindra Bank Ltd and subject to guidelines issued by RBI from time to time. Bank may engage the services of marketing agents for the purpose of sourcing loan assets. This is a limited period offer. Available at select locations.

    Two-wheeler Loans are offered by Kotak Mahindra Prime Ltd., which is a subsidiary of Kotak Mahindra Bank Ltd. Conditions apply. Available at select locations. Credit at the sole discretion of Kotak Mahindra Prime Ltd. and subject to guidelines issued by RBI from time to time.

    Loan to Value ratio as prescribed by RBI from time to time. Credit at the sole discretion of the Bank and subject to guidelines issued by RBI from time to time. For location details, visit www.kotak.com. 

  • Watch India’s finest athletes recognized at Indian Sports Honours 2019 on Star Sports network

    Watch India’s finest athletes recognized at Indian Sports Honours 2019 on Star Sports network

    Mumbai: Over the last several years, Indian athletes have been showcasing their potential and talent on the global front by leading the way in many different sporting genres. Indian Sports Honours recognized and applauded for India’s finest athletes for their contribution and commitment to driving Indian sport to where it is today. The awards will be broadcasted on the Star Sports Network on October 4th& October 5th, 2019, giving fans an opportunity to witness a gala awards evening celebrating India’s finest athletes.

    As a nation, we need to come together to recognize the efforts of these athletes and the finest sportsmen & sportswomen our country has to offer and support #bluerising. Indian sportspersonshave been leaving their mark across the world stage by winning prestigious tournaments and bringing home a significant amount of hardware. Not only has this opened the eyes of the world to the inherent sporting potential in the country, it has also garnered a newfound respect and admiration for Indian athletes from across the globe. The winners of 11 categories were decided by ISH jury members comprising of sporting legends like Pullela Gopichand, Abhinav Bindra, Sardar Singh, Mahesh Bhupathi, PT Usha and Anjali Bhagwat.

    The grand awards gala was hosted and graced by the presence of living legends and stalwarts from the Indian entertainment and sports industry. Indian captain Virat Kohli, Yuvraj Singh, Sania Mirza, Satnam Singh, Sardar Singh and DipaKarmarkar represented the crème-de-la-crème of Indian sports while superstar Amitabh Bachchan, Anushka Sharma, Priyanka Chopra, Rahul Bose, Arjun Kapoor and others were present from the entertainment industry. The gala event saw the celebrities appreciating and motivating young athletes to be more confident and work towards better performances. The Indian Sports Honours represents and recognizes Indian sportsmen and women who have braved through hardship and challenges to make their dreams come true and their country proud. These illustrious athletes have found ways to beat the odds and battle the world’s best time and again, proving their mettle by becoming world champions.

    Fans can support the #bluerisingby tuning into Star Sports 1, Star Sports 2 and Hotstar to watch Indian Sports Honours 2019 on October 4-5, 2019.

    Indian Sports Honours 2019 (promo link)

    Sr. No

    Date

    Day

    Event

    Channel

    Timing

    1

    5-10-2019

    Saturday

    Red Carpet

    Star Sports 1, Star Sports 2 & Hotstar

    5PM & 10 PM

    2

    6-10-2019

    Sunday

    The Honours

    Star Sports 1, Star Sports 2 & Hotstar

    5PM & 10 PM