Navi Mumbaikars brace for the Mega Wellness Fest

Navi Mumbaikars brace for the Mega Wellness Fest

- At Cidco Exhibition centre (Vashi), a year-long free wellness sessions for mind, body and soul will begin from 5^th of April -

 Key highlights:

• April 5^th : Evening: 6:30 pm to 9:30 pm - Curtain raiser involving dance, chair yoga, cognitive skills demo and meditation
• April 6^th : Morning: 7:00 am to 9:00 am -  Bollywood fitness jam sessions, relaxation techniques by cardiologist, meditation
• April 7^th : Morning: 7:00 am to 9:00 am - Zumba, relaxation, brain exercises, meditation

The first-of-its-kind year-long Wellness Fest is being organized for Navi Mumbaikars. At Cidco exhibition centre (Vashi), the Navi Mumbaikars will get to participate in engaging wellness sessions for their mind, body and soul. The event is being organized by Heartfulness Institute and Brighter Minds in association with Navi Mumbai Municipal Corporation (NMMC). Hindustan Times, Lokmat and Ronak Advertising are its media partners, while Royal Tulip (Kharghar) is its hospitality partner. Pillai Group of Institution, Apollo Hospital, Netbiz, CIDCO Exhibition & Convention Center and Biospectrum are among the other event partners.

A grand felicitation ceremony has been planned for the NMMC employees working in the cleanliness, hygiene and sanitation department. As a token of appreciation and encouragement for keeping up the good work, Heartfulness Institute will honour these real heroes. They not only made our lives comfortable and happy to stay in the city but also in the process helped Navi Mumbai achieve the distinction as the seventh cleanest city in India. In addition, the Netbiz team will be felicitated for their untiring support in the successful social media campaign for Heartfulness Wellness Fest.

The three-day long wellness sessions will begin on 5^th of April with a curtain raiser. Each session will be a unique blend of fitness exercises like brain exercises, yoga, aerobics, karayobics, zumba along with power-packed health expert sessions including those on diet and nutrition, stress management, obesity and diabetes.  Body relaxation, mind rejuvenation and Heart-based meditation techniques will be the soul of each session.

“These sessions will be participative, fun-filled and engaging with a variety of programs of interest to kids, youth as well as adults” says Nivedita Shreyans, Head Core Organizing Team, Wellness Fest. Day-one program will commence in the evening (6:30 pm to 9:30 pm) with a professional folk dance performance and chair yoga followed by mind-boggling brain exercises for all participants. Later, a live demo by children of Brighter Minds, an educational initiative, will showcase their amazing cognitive skills.  It will be followed by an expert talk and an experiential journey into the science of meditation and relaxation.

On the penultimate day, in the morning (7:00 am to 9:00 am) Bollywood fitness jam session will be followed by dance performances including folk dance (Lezim) widely enjoyed by the people of Maharashtra. Renowned cardiologist Haresh Mehta of Lilavati and Hinduja Hospital is expected to speak his heart out for those seeking freedom from heart-related diseases. His relaxation techniques will be followed by sessions on meditation for the benefit of all. “It is in the stillness of the mind that we perceive the heart with clarity” points out Kamlesh D. Patel, Global Guide of Heartfulness and author of the new book titled ‘Designing Destiny: The Heartfulness Way’. By constantly observing the inner weather, we steer through life wisely, steadfastly, sans regrets, he says.

On the last day, there will be zumba, power yoga sessions performed to energetic music. It will be followed by incredible brain exercises to effectively use both sides of your brain. Meditation interspersed with magic of inner connection will bring down the curtains of this mega inaugural event. However, such three-day wellness sessions are expected to be held regularly on the first weekend of every month for the whole of this year to allow Navi Mumbaikars to bask in joy, peace and health under one roof.

About Heartfulness Institute:

Heartfulness Institute is a global Non-Profit Organization with thousands of volunteer trainers who serve millions of practitioners in over 130 countries.  It was established way back in 1945. Transmission-aided meditation is the specialty of the Heartfulness practice taught by the Institute without any charges.

For more information, please visit www.heartfulness.org

About Brighter Minds:

Brighter Minds is an educational initiative of Heartfulness Institute to equip every child with tools and methods to enhance cognitive functioning for achieving personal excellence and instill confidence in oneself.

Testing of the new Porsche Taycan has entered the final stage

Dubai. Porsche’s first purely electrically driven sports car, the Taycan, is currently completing its final test drives before it enters series production. In Scandinavia, just a few kilometers away from the Arctic Circle, it is proving its potential in terms of driving dynamics on snow and ice. At the same time, Porsche engineers are taking advantage of the summer in the Southern Hemisphere. In South Africa, they are conducting performance tests, as well as final adjustments in terms of continuous performance and reproducibility. In Dubai they are carrying out hot-climate endurance runs and testing battery charging under extreme conditions. The 30 countries across the globe in which these comprehensive tests are being carried out have temperatures that range from minus 35 to plus 50 degree Celsius.

“After carrying out computer simulations and comprehensive bench tests early on, we have now reached the final phase of this demanding testing programme,” underlines the vice president of the model line, Stefan Weckbach: “Before the Taycan is launched on the market at the end of the year, we will have covered approximately six million kilometers across the globe. We are already very happy with the current status of the vehicles. The Taycan is going to be a true Porsche.”

Of course, at Porsche, electric cars have to undergo the same rigorous testing programme as sport cars with combustion engines. In addition to displaying superior performance, this always includes proving unrestricted suitability for everyday use in all climate conditions. Particularly demanding features such as charging the battery or temperature control of the drive train and the interior under extreme conditions are additional aspects in the battery-powered models. Other typical Porsche development targets include circuit performance, multiple accelerations, as well as a range suitable for everyday use. 

The most significant facts from the Taycan testing phase:

·         Overall distance covered: Approximately six million kilometers, of which two million were endurance run kilometers

·         Countries: A total of 30, including the USA, China, the United Arab Emirates (UAE) and Finland

·         Temperatures: From minus 35 to plus 50 degree Celsius

·         Air humidity: From 20 to 100 per cent

·         Altitude: From 85 meters below to 3,000 meters above sea level

·         Charging cycles: Over 100,000 using various charging technologies across the globe

·         Development team: Around 1,000 test drivers, technicians and engineers

Virtual drive through “The Green Hell”
Test experts were able to build upon the comprehensive findings from the digital testing stage using digital prototypes. At present, computers are used to design the body, drive, chassis, electronics and overall vehicle of a new model and to simulate their functions – which includes how they work together. In total, the virtual prototypes of the Taycan have completed more than ten million digital kilometers.

This meant that development engineers started driving a Taycan around the Nürburgring Nordschleife in a driving simulator at an early stage, so that they could test and evaluate its circuit performance. During this process, they focused on the electrical energy management, which plays an important role in achieving a sub-eight-minute lap time on the 20.6-kilometer (timed distance) Nordschleife. Already more than 20,000 prospective buyers The Porsche Taycan will be introduced in September and will be launched onto the market at the end of the year. Across the globe, there are already more than 20,000 serious prospective buyers. The potential customers have put their names down on an option programme list and made a down payment.

The Taycan accelerates from zero to 100 km/h in significantly less than 3.5 seconds. It has a range of more than 500 kilometers (according to the NEDC). The 800-V architecture in the vehicle guarantees that the lithium-ion battery can be recharged in just four minutes, providing enough energy to drive 100 kilometers (according to NEDC). 

Raju Singh, the Musical Sikh Behind Kesari!

Raju Singh, the Musical Sikh Behind Kesari!

It's always the stars behind stars that make the stars or their films. So while we mostly know about the actors or the songs that get popular, ever wondered who's responsible for the thrill and the romance or the dhishoom dhishoom that our movies are so known for? It's the magical works of background music composers. 

So while Akshay Kumar starrer Kesari is raking in the moolah with its recent release at the box office, there's one musical Sikh who's played an instrumental role in the making of this film. We are talking about composer Raju Singh who is known for film background music pieces in Bollywood industry. 

Having worked with the filmmaker of Kesari, Anurag Singh in his Punjabi national award winning film, Punjab 1984, Singh has been a great fan of the filmmaker ever since. "I just love the way Anurag works on his films. He is such a versatile director, right from Jatt & Juliet which was a complete commercial entertainer to the serious drama Punjab 1984, Anurag had shown great versatility and sensibilities of all kinds of cinema. I enjoyed the process of music arrangements even in Kesari," says Singh while further adding, "Anurag is among those directors that give so much importance to every aspect of filmmaking. I was brought on board and also started working even before the shooting of the film began. Generally, filmmakers shoot a lot of the film and then give it to the composers to piece together the background tracks, however, Anurag wanted this film to be so enriched with the Punjabi culture as it celebrates the bravura of the great Sikh warriors who fought tooth and nail to protect their land, that he wanted me to move along with my work as the shooting progressed. His expectations brought out the best in me and I loved this challenge to bits!"

Clearly the teaming of Raju Singh and Anurag Singh is working wonders, first the national award for Punjab 1984 and now the rave reviews for Kesari! 

Ironically, Raju Singh has also been associated with Akshay Kumar's films and has been a part of Akhay's journey in the industry. Right from Akshay's debut movie Saugandh to Kesari, Raju Singh has arranged the background pieces for his films, "Coincidentally it's true that my association with Akshay goes a long way. In fact I've worked in quite a few of Akshay's films including the likes of Sainik, and then his famous Khiladi series and now Kesari! It's been a great journey," says Raju Singh.

The Bollywood Remix Queen Dj khushi

The Bollywood Remix Queen Dj khushi after dropping hit numbers is all set to revive the song Bob Marley by 

‘Majestic Aces’

DJ Khushi is now coming up with a foot tapping party number Bob Marley for which she has collaborated with Majestic Aces .The song is a club mix and is all set to blow the music industry.

 “I have collaborated with many singers but working with Majestic Aces for this song was one of the best experience I ever had The song is a mad number that people can go crazy flipping in dance moves. I am really excited for this song as I have many expectations from it. The video is going to be very pumpy and the music will make anyone high. I am hoping everyone will enjoy the song in the same way we enjoyed making it" says 

Dj Khushi believes that the best thing about the music of this Song is that it gives you a unique kind of entertainment. The lyrics of the song is a mostly relatable and music is foot-tapping which is all that the current generation ask for.

DJ Khushi who has now n’ then, delighted us by incorporating her rawness in her soundtracks by adding a pinch of Indian-ness to the genre is once again set to drop a party number with the‘Bob Marley’

SDP SARASWATI BAI DADASAHEB PHALKE AWARD 2019

 

SDP SARASWATI BAI DADASAHEB PHALKE AWARD 2019

Women were felicitated as Nari Shakti Sammaan and Saraswati Bai Dada Saheb Phalke Award to the females of Film Industry chosen from the era of 60s Actress, Directors, Media, Journalism, Writers, Singers. 

 

Daljit- Organiser President IAWA 

Chief Guest-Dr. Bharati Lavekar MLA Versova. 

Guest of Honours-IG Rathod, Harjit Talwar-Governor Rotary 2019, Sunil Mehra-  Governor 2020, Sanjay Bhide-Trans Chamber of Commerce.

 "We celebrated women leaders who have become role models to many in their respective fields. The awardees were eminent women who have broken glass ceilings, have pushed the frontiers of women’s leadership and have paved the path for other women and girls to follow in their footsteps and become future leaders" says Daljit- Organiser President IAWA 

 

The list of awardees included well known names like- Kalpana Saroj, Sulochana Tai- from era of 60s heroine, Anjana Mumtaz, Salma Agha, Preeti Sapru, Kavita Chaudhary, Archana Kocchar, Shantipriya, Saira Banu, Apoorva Bajaj, Madhushree, Malishka , Sumita Chakraborty, Priya Malik, Shabbina Khan, Parul Chawla, Keiko Nakahara. 

 

From their stance and area of influence, they have shown that when a woman's voice is heard, when she participates in decision making and when she exercises leadership, she most likely brings something unique, special and of high value and quality to key decisions and its impact on humankind’s biggest projects.

 

While Dadasaheb Phalke busy putting the blocks of Indian Cinema together, she stood by him like a rock & not just managed her family of nine children, held white bed sheets for hours in the blazing sun as a light reflector, mixed film developing chemicals, perforated the raw film sheets at night in the light of a candle & with sharing all these responsibilities of pre & post production & other technological & technical responsibilities with Dada Saheb, even single handedly cooked food for the entire film unit comprising of 60-70 to even 100 people.

Rahul is now establishing his name in Hindi film industry.

Rahul Chaudhari has established his own identity as a director who takes off the beaten track with films like, Bandookya (2017) and Iblis (2019). After making a mark in Marathi film industry, Rahul is now establishing his name in Hindi film industry. We can learn a lot from the world cinema or bring novelty in our style; but Rahul believes in being more inspirational than merely leaving a distinctive mark. 'Iblis', his Marathi film is releasing in May this year. Besides this, he is also directing a Hindi film. This Hindi film is going to be a different experience altogether to the audience. Speaking about his upcoming projects Rahul said, "I don't think that this direction is any different from others except for the medium of language. Instead of making a 'differently styled' movie, I insist on the impact of my film. Title of the upcoming film will remain a secret for some days. I will reveal it officially once the project is complete. The film which I am directing will not only be entertaining, but it will also be based on a subject which has not yet been touched. Instead of just fame, I like to witness what difference a film can make in the society.The films over last few years convey a different definition of the entertainment. The film-makers and audience have realized that mere comedy, funny storyline or a lot of action scenes don't alone constitute the entertainment; but the films making us aware of the responsibilities can also be entertaining. Hence I wish that, in future the audience will recognize me as a director of films based on untouched subjects."

Instead of topping the box office charts with a masala film, Rahul takes great satisfaction in taking a risk with a brave subject to make a film. He also takes care not to be typecast anywhere. Film Bandookya stirred the social fabric, while Iblis will be a thought provoking entertainment. The story of his upcoming film is very simple but it touches a subject which people often ignore. Instead of growing big under the influence of famous writer-directors, director Rahul Chaudhari has always preferred to create his own unique style. With an observational and thinking mindset, Rahul originally *comes* from the drama industry.

While studying the theater, one thing that got imbibed deeply on his mind is observation; which helps him to come up with new ideas and fresh subjects. That's the reason he is inclined towards doing innovative and novel things. Which in turn stokes his analytical and experimental mindset. Rahul admires the films of different flavor made by renowned director Vishal Bharadwaj. Rahul likes his style because his storytelling contains a lot of wisdom expressed in very short words.

After censor issue Hindi film Blackboard v/s Whiteboard will finally release on 12th April .

Hindi film Blackboard v/s Whiteboard is finally releasing on 12th April 2019. The release of the film had to be pushed because of censorship issues. The film is based on how in modern times education too has fallen prey to commercialization and is now considered as a business opportunity. 

Not only the cities but even small towns and villages are engulfed in the evil malpractices. There are a few idealistic teachers who are trying to educate more and more children so that to have a better India tomorrow. The film throws light on this gory picture of commercialization of education. 

The film release date was stuck due to censor issues. The film was shown to Censor in New Delhi. On reaching out to the film actor Raghubir Yadav for the release date change of the film he quoted "Releasing a Film is more difficult than making. Due to delays in censor certificate the release date got changed. But it all worth the wait as we got U certificate for the film in which we showcase how education has fallen prey to commercialization with a little bit of humour added to the film.". 

The film producers Nupur Shrivastava, Gireesh Tiwary, and Ashutosh Singh Ratan also shared their thoughts on release date change of the film. Nupur said "Due to delay in Censor Certificate we couldn't able to release our film on it's the previous release date. But now everything is fine. We are ready to release on 12th of April 2019." 

Ashutosh Singh Ratan quoted "After defeating all challenges finally we are coming with our film Blackboard vs Whiteboard, on 12th of April 2019. It's a pleasant moment for us." and Gireesh Tiwary said "Its all worth the wait as we got U certificate for the film. We are ready to rock on cinema screen on 12th April 2019."

Directed by Tarun Bisht and produced by Nupur Shrivastava, Gireesh Tiwary and Ashutosh Singh Ratan Blackboard Vs Whiteboard stars Raghubir Yadav, Dharmendra Singh, Alismita Goswami, Ashok Samarth, Akhilendra Mishra and Pankaj Jha in lead roles. The film is made under the banner of Milestone Creations and Ratan Shree Entertainment. Zee Music Company has released the music of the film.

Links of promos and song 

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vKhF-yakMNg&t=6s 

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QOsytlnGttQ

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=K9UjVzUzm6k