About Usha Uthup:

NewsPatrolling.comNewsPatrolling.comUsha Uthup is a popular Indian pop, jazz and playback singer. She is well known for her chartbusters in the late 1960s, 1970s and 1980s. Her persistence and conviction drove Usha to pursue a professional singing career in 1969. Her biggest talent is her deep voice that has got the nation swooning. She lent her voice to a slew of blockbusters and has worked with legends such as Ilayaraaja, A.R. Rahman, R. D. Burman and Shankar Ehsaan Loy. Today, Usha sings in more than thirteen Indian and eight foreign languages. She has also delivered stage performances for Prime Ministers and Presidents alike, a feat very few artists have achieved. Ushas endearing charm and powerful voice have given her fans of all ages. Some of her best works include Ramba Ho, Shaan Se, Uri Uri Baba and Doston Se Pyaar Kiya. Usha has also been honoured with the Padma Shri, apart from other accolades.

AMWAY INDIA ADOPTS FSSAI’s SNF@SCHOOL PROGRAM

NewsPatrolling.com : Amway India, the country’s largest direct selling FMCG company has undertaken an initiative to spread and improve awareness on safe and nutritious food at the school-level through adoption of FSSAI’s ‘Safe & Nutritious food (SNF@school)’ program. Through this program, Amway India aims to reach out to more than 200,000 school-going children across 100 schools in the National Capital Region.

The intent of this program closely aligns with Amway’s vision of helping people live better lives. As a global leader in nutrition research, development and innovation, Amway is supporting the program. Under the SNF@School program, fun and interactive awareness sessions will be organized to make learning about safe and nutritious food easier and simpler for children. These sessions will also feature FSSAI Health Mascots, Mr. Sehat and Ms. Sehat to give valuable tips regarding the importance of safe and nutritious food through skits. The objective is to create awareness on food safety and nutrition at school level and facilitate easy learning for children in their own vernacular language.

Commenting on the occasion, Anshu Budhraja, CEO, Amway India, said, “We are committed to addressing the issue of under nutrition and working around the world to create awareness about the need for optimum nutrition through various programs. ‘Safe & Nutritious food’ is a great initiative by FSSAI and we are proud to support this cause to offer our expertise in nutrition for educating children on safe and nutritious food. This program is a powerful tool to ingrain the benefits of eating well in school-going children who are the future of our society. We believe food security along with a safe, healthy food environment is the right of every child and the foundation for a healthy nation.”

Project SNF@SCHOOL is a nation-wide campaign based on a three-pronged approach, at the school, state and national level. At school level, the culture of food safety & nutrition is promoted through Health and Wellness Coordinators and Health Teams. The objective is to communicate simple, yet scientifically accurate messages to engage students in order to ensure promotive and preventive healthcare and encourage safe and nutritious food habits at an early age.

Amway India supports a comprehensive CSR programme covering a gamut of initiatives. One of the key project ‘Sunrise’ supports underprivileged children in education, health and hygiene in 15 locations across India.

ICE SKATING ASSOCIATION OF INDIA TO HOST ALL INDIA OPEN CHALLENGE (Figure Skating Competition) AT iSKATE, GURUGRAM

NewsPatrolling.com : Ice Skating Association of India recently announced that the All India Open Challenge (Figure Skating Competition) in collaboration with Indraprastha Ice Skating Association will be held at iSKATE- ice skating rink & cafe at Ambience Mall, Gurugram on April 28 and 29, 2018. The competition will have about 30 selected figure skaters from various parts of India.

The figure skating challenge will have separate competitions in 3 age categories. The competitive event will culminate to an award ceremony that will be held on April 29, 2018 at 10:30 am.

The winners of the competition will receive medals and certificates along with cash prizes. Also, prior to the Figure Skating Competition, figure skating training camps will be held from 23^rd April 2018 to 27^th April 2018 to train the figure skaters for the competition.

The judges for this figure skating event will be Mr. J.S. Sahney, Mr. Vasu Dev Tandi and Mr. Anup Kumar Yama, Arjun Awardee (all experienced coaches) and other officials of the Ice Skating Association of India.

Dr. Ankur Bhatia, Executive Director, Bird Group shared, “It is an absolute pleasure to associate with Ice Skating Association of India to host one of the most prestigious sporting event – All India Open Challenge (Figure Skating Competition) at iSKATE. I am confident that the mass reach of the Figure Skating Competition will continue to promote ice skating and figure skating and help open the doors for talented and aspiring athletes to international events. We hope that the government and sporting bodies support infrastructure development of world class ice skating sporting venues such as iSKATE, so that players are able to perform their best”.

Located on the 6^th floor of Ambience Mall, Gurgaon iSKATE has been visited by 18 lakh ice skating enthusiasts till date for leisure as well as professional training sessions in winter sports such as ice skating and ice hockey. The ability to play winter sports at India’s only all year ice skating rink iSKATE has made it extremely popular among youth, families and corporates appealing to age group spanning 5 years to 55 years.

Dr. Ankur Bhatia has a vision that expands beyond creating a niche in leisure to the overall development of winter sports in India and expands its reach to all strata of society. iSKATE has hosted and supported numerous National level events in Ice Skating, Speed Skating and Ice Hockey in the past along with numerous training camps and sports welfare programs.

V Mart unveils it campaign announcing Ayushmann Khurrana & Bhumi Pednekar as Brand Ambassadors

NewsPatrollling.com :  V-Mart Retail Ltd is set to roll out its campaign with Ayushmann Khurrana and Bhumi Pednekar as their brand ambassadors. Ayushmann & Bhumi ‘s sheer hard work and talent, their stories and a strong connect with the aspirational and young middle class families makes them perfect fit for the brand. The campaign has been designed by Dentsu Impact, the creative agency from Dentsu Aegis Network. 

“V-Mart Retail Ltd. is one of the fastest growing value retailers in India and I am delighted to be associated with them as their brand ambassador. The value-retailer is taking fashion to the hinterland of the country, where the actual India resides and offering the best of styles & trends for all age groups under one roof. I love the Men’s wear collection at V-Mart; it offers a great mix of trends & value-pricing, making it a great destination for affordable fashion shopping. “Ayushmann said in a statement.

Bhumi Pednekar commenting on this association said, “I was astound to see the vast range offered at V-Mart stores and the sheer reach of the brand in the tier-2 ,3 & 4 towns in India.  It is really exciting to be associated with a brand which is providing latest fashion trends to the young and aspirational middle class residing away from the metros at unbelievable prices.”

The campaign exemplifies V-Mart’s attempt to break away from the clutter and firmly establish its market-leadership amongst its target segment. The campaign is also first major branding exercise to create brand differentiation and recall amongst the consumers.

Commenting on the association with the Super-hit couple, Mr. Snehal Shah, Sr. V.P- Marketing & Operations, V-Mart Retail Ltd. said - “We are super-excited to associate with young talents like Ayushmann & Bhumi. We are a brand that believes in hard work, understands the requirements & dreams of the country that resides outside the reach of metros. It is these beliefs and values which make both Ayushmann & Bhumi a great fit to represent us as our brand-ambassador. Making their way into the tinsel town through sheer hard work and talent, their stories are what connects and resembles with V-Mart’s DNA and that of the millions enduring through daily struggle and yet daring to dream big.”

Opting to go for a brand ambassador was a well-thought put, strategic decision aimed at fueling the next leg of growth for the home-grown retailer. Ayushmann & Bhumi, command a strong connect with the aspirational and young middle class families, hence standing out as a preferred choice to be the Face of the brand. Also, they share a great chemistry together, already having given 2 Super-hits.

Talking about the campaign conception, Soumitra Karnik, Chief Creative Officer, Dentsu Impact, said, “It was an extremely exciting project for the entire team at Dentsu Impact. This happens to be a crucial phase for VMart in it envisioned journey of being the ‘most preferred destination for affordable fashion’.  All the ingredients of success were well laid out in front of us - a fantastic client, the fabulous pair of Ayushmann and Bhumi, a highly entertaining script built around the brand’s vision, extremely talented director in Shlok Sharma and a super refreshing music by Rahul Pais. And of course, the highly driven team of Dentsu Impact and C-Lab”.

V-Mart Retail Ltd, which commenced operations in 2003, has grown to become one of the most preferred destinations for all fashion & lifestyle needs of its target consumers residing in these tier-2 & tier-3 cities. With a presence across 14 states with 175 stores cross 148 cities, V-Mart caters to approximately 4 crore customers every year. The brand also has 75 Lakh customers registered in its loyalty program which is a testament to the strong brand appeal amongst the consumers.

According to a data compiled by Bloomberg, V-Mart, which has recently been conferred as the ‘World’s best performing department stores chain this year’, is one of the leading value-retailers of the country and caters to the aspirational middle class residing in tier-2,3 & 4 cities across in India.

With an average store size of 8000-10000 sq. ft., V-Mart offers a choicest assortment of latest fashion trends for all age groups, sourced from renowned manufacturers around the country and even abroad.

Jewels of Distinction by Navrathan Jewellers!

newspatrolling.com : This classical pair of Diamond Jhumkas enhanced by south sea pearls is a pulse quickening design, with thrilling craftsmanship. The sophistication carried by this precious stone is a source of pleasure for both, the wearer and the spectator.

These Jhumkas from Navrathan Jewellers are a perfect blend of traditional and contemporary fusion designs that will steal the show and make a fashion statement too! Each of the designs is crafted to exclusive perfection, so no two are alike. Whether set in illustrious gold or intertwined with elegant pearls, this breathtaking diamond with green gemstone will display its glamour and leave you mesmerized. These jewellery pieces are available exclusively at Navrathan Jewellers: enchanting to the eyes of ladies.

Inaamulhaq’s ‘Nakkash’ to unveil is first look in Cannes

NewsPatrolling.com : Lucknow Central and Firangi is ecstatic about his first lead role in his next titled Nakkash and its first look to be unveiled at the India pavilion at Marche du Film in Cannes Film Festival 2018.

Excited about Cannes, Inaamulhaq says "I am still trying to seize the fact that I’m going be a part of world’s most renowned film festival where wonderful movies are screened every year. I am fortunate enough for being able to join such an amazing platform where great work is recognized. I am humbled and grateful to everybody's contribution for making all my dreams come true”.

Further adding about playing the lead Inaamulhaq adds, “For common people in India there is no concept of 'lead', they simply say 'Hero' of the film and that 'Hero' is defined by certain qualities like body muscles, 6 packs etc. and I don't think that qualifies me. So, I always waited for the film where script is the 'Hero' and I am the protagonist. It is every actors’ dream to play the protagonist. My dream finally came true and the credit goes to my director and producer who believed in my work and gave me the responsibility to play a lead role in Nakkash. The entire team worked really hard and i hope the result will pay back and Cannes is just a beginning."Inaamulhaq concludes.

The film is Directed by Zaigham Imaam who has earlier Directed "Dozakh- In search of Heaven" and "Alif" which were showcased in many festivals worldwide. Zaigham Imaam is also one of the producers of the film in collaboration with Pawan Tiwari' Jalsa pictures. The team will leave for the Cannes in  the first week of May. They are currently preparing for 14th May, the event slated by India Pavilion at Marche du Film in Cannes Film Festival 2018.

CHI NI UNVEILS ITS ALL-NEW UNLIMITED DIMSUM MENU

NewsPatrolling.com : Chi Ni - the Chinese fine dining restaurant at The Roseate New Delhi is ready to ramp up the excitement by introducing an exquisite unlimited dim sum menu. Touted as one of the restaurants serving Chinese cuisine in Delhi NCR, this elegant chic restaurant offers the ideal make for potent sensory stimulation.

Guests can choose from a wide array of delectable dim sums with choices in vegetarian, poultry, seafood as well as mock meats. The dim sums are carefully curated by Chef Lauah Ban with fresh ingredients to dish out signature meals that have international flair and local appeal.

So get ready to make meals even more memorable amidst the magical landscape setting of The Roseate!