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Adiva Agarwal’s Debut Kuchipudi Rangapravesham

Rangapravesham is a significant breakthrough in the journey of any Kuchipudi dance performer. ‘Ascending the stage,’ as it means, Rangapravesham is an age-old tradition that marks the transition of the artist from a pupil to a blossoming dancer showcasing expressions using facial and hand gestures, rhythmic movements, and describing a story.

The event will mark Adiva’s debut as solo Kuchipudi dancer, where her performance will showcase the intricate Kuchipudi dance moves and skills, acquired under the tutelage of legendary Padma Bhushan Gurus Dr. Raja Radha Reddy and Kaushalya reddy.

With this milestone of her Rangapravesham, and the unparalleled support from her family and friends, Adiva aspires to scale new heights in her dance journey with unwavering dedication and devotion.

Title of the show: Adiva Agarwal’s Debut Kuchipudi Rangapravesham

Artist Name: Adiva Agarwal

Date: Friday, 09th August, 2024

Timings: 6:30 pm onwards

Venue: Kamani Auditorium, 1, Copernicus Marg, New Delhi

CEE AMPAI 2024 Exam Date Announced, New Exam Centre in Guwahati

Kolkata,2nd August 2024: The Association of Minority Professional Academic Institutes (AMPAI) announced the 9th CEE AMPAI & CEE AMPAI Masters 2024 WB examination, scheduled on August 18, 2024 across 13 centres in Eastern India. The announcement was made by Shri. Bidyut Majumder, Convenor of CEE AMPAI.

This offline national-level examination will take place at Kolkata, North 24 Parganas, Malda, Asansol, Medinipur, Siliguri, Patna, Ranchi, Agartala and a newly designated centre in Guwahati, Assam, marking a significant expansion of AMPAI’s outreach. Applicants are required to be Indian citizens and at least 17 years old as on December 31, 2024, and to have passed the 10+2 examination from a recognised board with Physics, Chemistry & Maths.

CEE AMPAI & CEE AMPAI Masters is offering an additional opportunity to take part in another test to study four years B.Tech, B.Pharm, MBA, MCA, M.Tech and M.Pharm. in five top ranked colleges of West Bengal. These colleges are JIS College of Engineering, Narula Institute of Technology, Guru Nanak Institute of Technology, Dr. Sudhir Chandra Sur Institute of Technology and Guru Nanak Institute of Pharmaceutical Science and Technology. The exam will be conducted under the supervision of the Department of Higher Education Govt. of West Bengal. Students can get admission in various subjects in these colleges through offline counselling after the entrance exam results are out.

The CEE AMPAI examination is open primarily for Sikh minority students but seats left out will be filled up by candidates from other religions, castes, or categories across India upon fulfilment of eligibility criteria as specified on the website: www.ampai.in.

This initiative aims to enhance accessibility and support for students from diverse backgrounds pursuing higher education in professional fields.

Speaking on the occasion, Sardar Sohan Singh, Secretary of AMPAI, remarked, “This expansion represents a significant step toward inclusivity and equal opportunity. The mission of AMPAI has made quality education accessible to more students, contributing to a diverse and talented future workforce.”

COMPUTEX TAIPEI Achieves ISO 20121 Renewal with 15% Carbon Reduction and All 21 ESG Goals

BenQ Group’s Green Expo has gone a step further, establishing 21 goals for the 2024 COMPUTEX TAIPEI grand event in accordance with ISO 20121 sustainability management systems

Following the exhibition, all goals were met, and a third-party professional certification was obtained. After obtaining certification for the first time last year, BenQ Group became the only company to successfully renew certification at COMPUTEX.

 Large-scale exhibition events in the past have frequently produced a significant amount of disposable waste. BenQ Group planned the Green Expo with the sustainability philosophy of “Together, Make the World Better.” In 2023, a zero-waste exhibition was established; in 2024, it further took on new challenges and innovated, beginning with the source design and successfully achieving a 15% carbon reduction. Following the exhibition, the wood from the venue was donated to campus courses and international educational expos, thereby designating wood as the ambassador for the BenQ Group in promoting the sustainability philosophy.

According to Joe Huang, General Manager of BenQ Group, COMPUTEX is the world’s representative technology event. This year, in addition to bringing together over 20 companies to showcase their AI capabilities, BenQ Group is dedicated to assisting customers with green transformations and demonstrating the effectiveness of sustainability exhibitions. Sustainability is the process of continuous accumulation and correction. It is hoped that by continuing to strive for excellence and laying the groundwork for sustainability actions, partners can work together to build a long-term green value chain.

A further 15% reduction in carbon emissions through the exhibition and spreading the sustainability philosophy through wood donations In order to achieve the zero-waste goal in exhibition venue design, BenQ Group began with 3R (Reduce, Reuse, Recycle) as early as 2023, with a commitment to introducing a low-carbon design. At the 2.0 Green Expo in 2024, in response to plans to assist Taiwanese exhibition businesses in implementing carbon reduction by reducing wood use ratio, increasing equipment rental, and other actions, according to carbon emission estimates by the Industrial Technology Research Institute, BenQ’s carbon emissions from booth

decoration and power consumption decreased by 15% this year, as part of active efforts to achieve a zero- waste and low-carbon Green Expo.

On the other hand, BenQ Group has continued the wood’s life journey after the exhibition, providing recycling services to four K-12 schools as well as an international education expo. Given the recent emphasis on self-produced courses in elementary, junior, and senior high schools, the exhibition wood’s next stop will provide students with new materials for woodworking, school campus maintenance, teaching material production, and educational exhibition experiences. It is anticipated that 15 countries and 1500 participants will benefit, passing on the sustainability spirit from one generation to the next.

ISO 20121 verification: Meeting All 21 ESG Goals in Three Fields
In 2024, there were three major areas of innovation compared to 2023: environmental, where carbon inventory were introduced; social, where the “Green Travel Guide” were launched; and governance, where vegetarian set meals in the “1.5°C-aligned menu” were purchased. This year, all 21 goals were met, which is not only an increase from the previous year’s 15 items, but also a strengthening of the social goals to ten items. Green Expo’s communication and implementation extended beyond working with customers to campuses (different projects are available to universities and K12), educational funds and social welfare groups. The practices of Green Expo, not only take place during the four-day exhibition period at COMPUTEX Taipei, but also have an influence before and after the exhibition. Additionally, in keeping with the objective of the 2023 Green Expo, in terms of the environmental aspect, the principle of 100% zero-waste from decorations, 100% use of recycled dining utensils, and 90% printed material digitalization on the exhibition venue has been met. For the social aspect, a network of partners made up of 20-plus have been brought together to promote sustainable actions, demonstrating more than 50% of AI green smart solutions. In terms of governance, economic values have been co-created with a network of partners, such as purchasing 90% local souvenirs and gifts and 80% local building materials made in Taiwan.
Co-creating Common Good; Calling 25 Partners to Respond to Sustainability Actions
BenQ Group continues to expand its sustainability influence. At the COMPUTEX Taipei exhibition, it invited 25 sustainability partners to respond to the current ISO 20121 sustainability initiatives. BenQ Corporation, Qisda Corporation, Ace Pillar Co., Ltd., Action Star Technology Co., Ltd., Aewin Technologies, Co., Ltd., Alpha Networks Inc., Aplex Technology Inc., Data Image Corporation, DFI Inc., DSI Group, D8AI Inc., Epic Cloud, Grandsys Inc., Hitron Technologies Inc., High Performance Information Co., Ltd., Metaage

Corporation, Metaguru Corporation, Partner Tech Corp., PowerWalker, and WiXtar Corporation are among the BenQ Group’s enterprises.

Friendship Day Feast: Stories That Will Make You Cherish Your Crew

Friendship Day is here, a time to shower our incredible friends with love and celebrate the bonds that enrich our lives. Sure, there’s nothing quite like spending quality time with your real-life besties, sharing stories, and reminiscing about good times. But what about those moments when you crave a heartwarming story about friendship that explores the complexities of this precious connection? Well, fret not, for this list has you covered!

Here’s a selection of fantastic series and movies featuring unforgettable friendships that will resonate with you long after the credits roll (or the episode ends).

Kota Factory (Netflix): Dive into the pressure cooker world of IIT hopefuls with “Kota Factory” on Netflix. This black-and-white dramedy follows Vaibhav, a young student from Itarsi who arrives in Kota, Rajasthan, a city notorious for its intense coaching institutes. As Vaibhav navigates the competitive environment, friendships, and late-night study sessions, “Kota Factory” offers a realistic and often humorous portrayal of the lives of students striving to crack India’s prestigious entrance exams.

Brahmayantra (Pocket FM): Brace yourself for an epic fantasy adventure! When Nalini and her family tragically succumb to death while protecting the Brahmayantra (a powerful artifact) fate takes an unexpected turn. Through a miraculous twist, a great warrior is born from the awakened powers of the Brahmayantra. But that’s not all! Nalini herself receives a new body, allowing her to embark on a thrilling saga of revenge. In this journey of vengeance, she’s not alone. Standing by her side is Aryaman, another warrior born from the Brahmayantra’s power. Their bond is unbreakable, forged in the crucible of shared experiences and challenges alike. To delve deeper into their extraordinary connection and witness their awe-inspiring journey, tune in to Brahmayantra on Pocket FM!

Four More Shots Please! (Amazon Prime): Craving a series with a strong female bond? Look no further than “Four More Shots Please!” on Amazon Prime Video. This dramedy follows four unapologetically independent women navigating love, careers, and societal expectations in modern-day Mumbai. Through thick and thin, their unwavering support and hilarious escapades showcase the power of female friendship, making it a perfect pick for a night in with your besties, raising a glass (or four) to the friends who make life a little sweeter (and a lot more fun).

TVF Tripling (Zee5): This heartwarming web series delves into the lives of three siblings – each with distinct personalities, dreams, and quirks. Despite their differences, they share a special bond built on shared experiences, unwavering support, and a whole lot of laughter. Tripling offers a refreshing take on friendship, reminding us that the strongest bonds can often be found within our own families. The three protagonists decide to embark on a road trip together to get over their lives’ despair and come back afresh.

Kai Po Che! (Netflix): Dive into the lives of three friends – Ishaan, Omkar, and Govind starring Sushant Singh Rajput, Amit Sadh and Rajkummar Rao – in this coming-of-age sports drama set in Ahmedabad. Their shared passion for cricket fuels their dream of opening a sports academy. However, their journey is not without its challenges. As they navigate the changing social and political landscape of India, their friendship is tested by personal ambitions, societal pressures, and devastating tragedies. But through it all, their unwavering support for each other remains constant, reminding us of the strength that comes from having true friends by your side.

Tata Tea Premium, Desh ki Chai celebrates the ‘Vaddi Insaiyat’ of Punjab

Chandigarh, 2nd August, 2024- Tata Tea Premium, flagship tea brand from Tata Consumer Products portfolio takes you on an engaging journey in Punjab with the launch of a new film under the aegis of its hyperlocal strategy. The film brings alive the brand proposition of ‘Desh ki chai, apne Pradesh ka swad’ anchored through a societal truth that is unique to the state.

The film celebrates its large heartedness and its unwavering compassion for community service. It captures the heartfelt gesture of children using their ‘dabbas’(lunch boxes) as ‘langars’ (community kitchens) to feed construction workers, illustrating how Punjab’s renowned large heartedness and tradition of ‘sewa’ is quintessentially ingrained into its cultural fabric even while growing up , finding expression even in young school kids/children .The video beautifully marries the brand’s product benefit of ‘Vadde Daanon Wali Chai” with the societal truth of “ Punjab’s large-heartedness” to bring alive the brand’s proposition of “Vadde Dil Wali Punjab Ke Liye Vadde Daanon Wali Chai”

Puneet Das, President – Packaged Beverages (India and South Asia), Tata Consumer Product, said “Tata Tea Premium had pivoted to its hyperlocal approach almost half a decade ago. While maintaining our national stature, we also leverage our regional expertise by understanding the unique preferences of each of the states. Our new films continue to bring alive the insight that is deeply rooted into the cultural truth and tea preference of each region. This in the process seamlessly brings alive the brand proposition of the region/state. Hence, these films tend to evoke a feeling of regional pride in the heart of our consumers.

“Each state and in turn its people are often fit into a ‘type’, while some stereotypes are biased and come from an outsider’s perspective, some in fact are true to their nature and our films celebrate this ‘local’ spirit in all its glory. For example, our Punjab film celebrates the large-heartedness of people of Punjab who are known to go out of their way to show compassion and serve others. We hope consumers will really love and connect with these engaging stories, as much as we did in bringing them to life. Aim is to continue to bring alive more such stories that evoke regional pride, through digital, on-ground and other media led activations.”

Sharad Tyagi Joins Cornitos as HR Head, Bringing 17 Years of FMCG Expertise

July, 2024 – Cornitos, India’s leading snack brand, is pleased to announce the appointment of Mr Sharad Tyagi as the new HR Head. His professional journey has seen him excel in various HR roles across leading national and multinational FMCG companies like DS Group. He has also been honoured with the People Excellence Award for his outstanding achievements in people management in his career. His extensive experience includes pivotal roles in the HR sector across industries, providing him with a comprehensive understanding of the HR landscape.

 In his new role as Head of Human Resources at Cornitos, Sharad will be responsible for shaping and executing HR strategies that align with the company’s vision and goals. Holding an MBA in HR and a professional soft skill trainer, his focus will be on fostering a dynamic and inclusive work environment, enhancing employee engagement and development, and driving organizational effectiveness. He will lead initiatives to attract, retain, and develop top talent, ensuring that Cornitos continues to thrive as a people-first organization.

 Upon his appointment, Sharad Tyagi expressed his enthusiasm, stating, “I am proud to be a part of Greendot Health Foods Pvt Ltd, an organization that values its people as its greatest asset. Our team’s dedication to creating a positive work environment has been instrumental in driving business results. I am proud of what we have achieved and look forward to continuing to innovate and grow.”

GS Caltex | Kixx Unveils 3rd edition of AllWaysWithYou’ Campaign for Friendship Day

National [02.08.2024] – GS Caltex | Kixx, a leading manufacturer of premium lubricants/Petrochemicals and base oils, has launched its 3rd edition of Kixx Friendship Day campaign, ‘#KixxAllWaysWithYou’, this year’s International Friendship Day. The campaign features three captivating one-minute digital videos, launched across various social media platforms. With this campaign, the company aims to boost brand awareness and strengthen its bond with consumers by highlighting the loyalty of true friendship and the dependable support Kixx engine oil offers to vehicles.

Inspired by the tradition of friendship bands, the campaign presents touching stories of friends—Soham, Vikrant, Sandy, and Rohit—illustrating how friendships enrich our lives. The theme, “Dost jo na season dekhte hai na reason puchte hai, bas chal padhte hain to be always with you,” beautifully captures the spirit of true friendship.

The campaign has been conceptualized by Rajeev Dusa and Rishabh Shrivastava & team. It beautifully presents the idea that just as friends stand by each other through thick and thin same like Kixx Engine Oil promises to be there for the vehicles in all conditions/terrains. This creative approach not only celebrates all kinds of friendships but also positions Kixx as the steadfast friend every vehicle needs, always ready to protect and support in extreme conditions.

Speaking about the campaign, Mr. K Madhu Mohan, General Manager – Marketing, GS Caltex | Kixx, said, “Our ‘#KixxAllWaysWithYou’ campaign creatively explores the bond between a vehicle and Kixx engine oil, reflecting the unconditional support akin to true friendships. We’re thrilled to launch Kixx Friendship Day 3rd edition, featuring a series of engaging DVCs that perfectly capture the essence of true companionship. We invite everyone to join us on this heartwarming journey, celebrating Friendship Day with your friends who are truly ‘ALL WAYS WITH YOU’, reflecting the trust and reliability that define both great friendships and Kixx Engine Oil.”

The campaign is set to make a powerful impact by forging an emotional connection between the audience and the brand through relatable and engaging content. The campaign aims to enhance brand recall and foster deeper customer loyalty, particularly among vehicle owners.