Saturday, December 21, 2019

Playerzpot Among Top 10 Online Sports Fantasy Portal in India


It is fascinating to witness the evolving landscape of Indian sports and the rapid rise of online fantasy gaming in the country/ fan engagement. Cricket matches are one of the two occasions annually where every Indian feels the patriotic surge and cheers for the nation, our cricket team and those individuals playing representing our nation. The matches are gripping and over some time gradually fans shift to affiliate with the individuals, playing for the nation more than the game itself.  Playerzpot is an online sports fantasy portal. It is a platform with over 1 million users in India.  Playerzpot offers its users Fantasy gaming for Cricket, Football & Kabaddi matches. Within 4 years of inception, Playerzpot today ranks among the TOP 10 Fantasy Platforms in India with a 1% market share. What's fascinating about the company is that it's a profitable business amidst the fierce competition.

It is a multi-sport aggregator platform that offers Free to Play, Pay to Play, content, commerce and community engagement for various sports. With their customer-centric approach, they ensure the highest possible gain for their customers in the easiest, reliable and secure way. Their unique referral system allows users to earn while sitting from the comfort of their homes.

The Founder and Director of the company Yogesh Doiphode is an IT graduate from VJTI and a vivid sports lover with a vision of changing the gaming landscape in India. Mitesh Gangar is the Co-Founder and Director, who is a veteran in programming, as a full stack developer and Android developer. Under their capable leadership, they expect to see Playerzpot changing the way an Indian sports fan can consume sports online.

They hold experience of converting a start-up into a profitable business by using the best possible marketing strategies. They have been using strong methods to turn this venture into a big part of the lucrative business in the current market. They have established Standard Operating Procedures; Playerzpot’s Fantasy sports aspires to be one of the best games to play.

India has over 300 million online sports fans, of which over 60 million use fantasy sports as their primary tool for engagement with their favorite sport. In all likelihood, the next wave of growth in sports consumption will mainly be driven by fantasy sports and sports content platforms. Playerzpot is a futuristic project with great potential. The portal provides curated sports experience across the available sports format enabling fan engagement with peers and people sitting across the country. 

Four Unique Innovations Honored at the First-Ever WTFL Indian Startup Innovation Camp 2019

Key Pointers

* Startups that won the competition under the categories of Community, Conservation, Culture and Commerce are F5 Escapes, Quick Ride, NotOnMap and MeTripping, respectively
* These innovations were first-of-its-kind innovations; poised to disrupt the travel, tourism and hospitality sector
* In association with IHCL and Tata Trusts, WTFL is committed to encourage innovation and entrepreneurship in the sector
* WTFL Start-Up Innovation Camp 2019 focused on talent, innovation, diversity and sustainable development within and beyond travel, tourism and hospitality industry

After attaining a successful stature at global level, World Tourism Forum Lucerne (WTFL) made its debut in India this year with first-of-its-kind competition – Indian Start-Up Innovation Camp 2019. The event concluded today on 18th December at Taj, Bengaluru where the four winners with the most unique and innovative ideas were announced.

In the first phase of evaluation, WTFL shortlisted 16 unique startups for the final round after evaluating 200 startup applications. Winners of this competition were announced in the categories of Community, Conservation, Culture and Commerce respectively in the field of travel, tourism and hospitality from the Indian subcontinent. They were also rewarded with USD 10,000 each along with a personalized two-year mentoring by industry experts.

Martin Barth, President and CEO, World Tourism Forum Lucerne said, “Out of all the game-changing ideas by 200 startups that applied for Indian Start-Up Innovation Camp 2019, we are happy to announce the names of four most unique startups that stood out with flying colors. We believe, organizing the event in India this year gave us an opportunity to come across interesting ideas. Considering that, India has a niche product portfolio in travel, tourism and hospitality sector and is expected to grow at a rate of 100% by 2028. We are sure to make a mark and create awareness around the on-going environmental issues and look forward to holding more such engaging events in India in the coming years.”

Puneet Chhatwal, Managing Director and CEO, The Indian Hotels Company (IHCL) said, “Tourism has been one of the growing economic sectors across the world. IHCL is proud to support WTFL in this great initiative to recognize innovation in the travel, tourism and hospitality sector, which is one of the biggest job creators globally.”

Prabhat Pani, Senior Advisor - Partnerships, Tata Trusts, said, “The Travel, Tourism and Hospitality sector has the opportunity to bring about irreversible change in the remotest parts of India, through collective efforts of several institutions and influencers in the society. Tata Trusts believes that wider impact can be achieved through the creation of a collaborative ecosystem that fosters innovation, inclusion, sustainability and entrepreneurship. Further, Tata Trusts, with its focus on integrated community-based interventions across India, aim to create sustainable value-chains, while augmenting the socio-ecological resources.”

The globally renowned platform that provides world’s leading tourism, travel and hospitality leaders along with innovators to meet and shape a more sustainable future. For the past 10 years, WTFL has given an exclusive ground to the budding businessmen by nurturing their innovations in this sector. With this platform, our country will brace up to revive Brand India with the help of 5 Ts: Tradition, Talent, Tourism, Trade and Technology.

In 2017, Global Himalayan Expedition became the first Indian start-up to have won the prestigious WTFL competition.

TECNO Spark Power Joins Flipkart’s Year End Sale from Dec 21, 2019

Highlights

* Following its debut on Flipkart, Spark Power received an overwhelming Consumer response
* Spark Power boasts of a segment-first 6000 mAh battery with Amoled Screen which creates tremendous value for the entry-level consumers Smartphone
* The smartphone will be available at INR 8,499 with some Special offers from December 21, 2019 till December 23, 2019 as part of Flipkart’s Year End Sale

TECNO, the global smartphone brand, has announced that its newly-launched Spark Power smartphone will be a part of Flipkart’s long-awaited Year End Sale, making it the perfect choice for a Christmas & New Year gift.  Spark Power, which has already received a stellar response from the Consumers. It is a game-changer in the sub-9k category owing to its segment-first 6000 mAh battery – a monster that can make the phone last up to five days giving users 29 hours of video playback, 35 hours of calling, 17 hours of gaming or 200 hours of music – all in a single charge! Additionally, it has a brilliant 6.35-inch HD+ dot notch display with AMOLED Screen

SPARK Power has been well received by the consumers and the response has been great in terms of feedback making it the ‘Highest rated Smartphone brand’ on Flipkart in India. On a scale of 5 stars, the phone received a 4.7 stars for its battery, 4.2 for display and a unique 5 stars in the ‘value for money’ category.

Spark Power is the latest addition in TECNO’s already impressive ‘Spark’ series line-up that also includes SPARK Go the best-selling most affordable dot notch display smartphone at INR 5499. The ‘category defining’ 6000 mAh battery of TECNO Spark Power with AI power saving & safe charging addresses the most important need of the category consumers -- enjoy uninterrupted entertainment on the go.

TECNO Spark Power is sleek and boasts curved glossy unibody for a stylish finish. The smartphone is available in two contemporary color hues - Dawn Blue and Alpenglow Gold. It also incorporates TECNO’s unique localised anti-oil fingerprint sensor.  Another unique feature is the Smart Key which allows users a one-touch access to Google Assistant.

Automobile Awards – ICOTY & IMOTY 2020 Recognise and Honor Auto Industry Innovation

Highlights

* Hyundai Venue earns the recognition of the ‘Indian Car of the Year Award 2020’
* Hero XPulse 200 wins the ‘Indian Motorcycle of the Year Award 2020’
* BMW 3-Series clinches the title of ‘Premium Car Award 2020 by ICOTY’

JK Tyre, presented the most prestigious awards of the Indian automotive industry- the 15th Indian Car of the Year (ICOTY), 13th Indian Motorcycle of the Year (IMOTY) and 2nd Premium Car Award 2020 by ICOTY. Winners of these eminent awards, which signify the highest auto performance standards, were awarded in the presence of industry visionaries, top executive and auto enthusiasts.

Reflecting its nationwide popularity, Hyundai Venue was adjudged the ‘Indian Car of the Year 2020’, while Hero XPulse 200, which is a favorite among biking aficionados, was awarded the ‘Indian Bike of the Year 2020’. Marking its second year at the ICOTY platform, the Premium Car Award 2020 by ICOTY award was bagged by BMW 3-Series.

Dr. Raghupati Singhania, Chairman & Managing Director, JK Tyre & Industries Limited, presented the awards to the winners along with Mr. Yogendra Pratap, Chairman, ICOTY 2020, and Mr. Aspi Bhathena, Chairman, IMOTY 2020.

Commenting on the occasion, Dr. Raghupati Singhania said, “This is the most exciting night for the auto industry and rightfully so. We, at JK Tyre, are proud to be supporting the ICOTY & IMOTY awards ever since its inception. With automakers leaping forward and innovating at a rapid pace, this year brought many strong contenders to the table, making the jury’s task of picking winners that much more difficult. Despite the tough competition, each entrant is a winner in their own right. I would like to extend hearty congratulations to tonight’s winners who made it to the top with the exceptional style, technology and innovation they brought in their vehicles. It has been an absolute joy to witness the same zeal translating on to the roads. JK Tyre’s support to ICOTY and IMOTY Awards is a testimony to that fervor for excellence and being part of this remarkable journey has been simply wonderful.”

Every year, a panel of auto experts from India’s top automobile publications come forward to judge the ICOTY and IMOTY Awards.  This year’s awards gave us the best car and the best motorcycle from a plethora of new launches witnessed throughout the year.

Introduced in 2005 and 2007 respectively, the ICOTY and IMOTY are the most prestigious awards in the Indian Automobile Industry.

Representing Hyundai Venue, the winner of ICOTY 2020, Mr. S.S. Kim, MD & CEO, Hyundai Motor India Limited, said, “It is a moment of great pride for all of us at the Hyundai family. We are honored to win the most prestigious automotive award – ‘Indian Car of the Year 2020’ for India’s First Connected SUV – Hyundai VENUE. Hyundai VENUE has become the customers’ first choice in India and has penned a new success story with over 95,000 bookings (till date) in India. Winning the 6th ICOTY award symbolizes the trust and faith of customers in Hyundai brand. We thank all our Customers, Partners, Media and Jurors for choosing Hyundai VENUE as the Indian Car of the Year 2020 and making Hyundai the Most Loved and Trusted car manufacturer in India.”

Representing the Hero XPulse 200 which emerged as the winner of IMOTY 2020, Dr. Pawan Munjal, Chairman, Hero MotoCorp Ltd. said, “We are delighted to receive the most coveted honour of the Indian automotive industry. 2019 has been a milestone year for us in augmenting our brand appeal as the 'Premium Hero'. It has been our conscious effort to design and develop new premium motorcycles and scooters that will redefine these segments. Our new range of premium products have been completely designed and developed by our own in-house engineers at the CIT. Going forward, we will continue to bring new products for our customers around the word in this segment”

The ICOTY & the IMOTY awards recognize and reward the rigorous efforts made by auto manufacturers in the areas of design excellence, innovation and R&D to ensure customer satisfaction.

Congratulating the winners, Mr. Yogendra Pratap, Chairman, ICOTY 2020, said, “Hyundai Venue and Kia Seltos were close competitors for the top slot of Indian Car of The Year 2020 Award. While both the cars are standouts in their respective segments, value for money was a key consideration and Hyundai Venue stood out given its accessibility. Even on the performance parameter, it emerged as the clear winner. For Premium Car Award 2020 by ICOTY, both the top two contenders, BMW 3-Series and X5 have evolved notably over their previous generations. With affordability and accessibility as the top valued factors for assessment, BMW 3-Series emerged as the top choice.”

Mr. Aspi Bhathena, Chairman, IMOTY 2020, said, “The competition was extremely intense across all categories in this edition of the ICOTY and IMOTY Awards. Despite the challenging industry scenario, we have had some exciting entrants in the segment. The jury really had a tough time, as the winning margin was just a few points between the winner and the runners-up. The jury simply made the right choice, as it is not just about building feature-rich bikes but also offers added value proposition. Undoubtedly, Hero XPulse ticks all the boxes and deserves to be the winner.”

TKM Conducts Sanitation Quiz Competition to Recognize Change Makers of Tomorrow

Highlights

- Project ABCD has covered 58,719 school children and 3,89,747 community members creating awareness on the importance of sanitation and basic hygiene, which has resulted in 687 schools being Open Defecation Free

- TKM has partnered with NGO – SNEHA, to carry out activities in schools; bringing a behavioral change pertaining Water, Sanitation and Hygiene (WASH) practices among school children 

- TKM’s girl child sanitation initiatives have effectively contributed in reduction of girl child school missing hours to zero in Ramanagara district

- This unique projects has been commended for its key contribution by the Karnataka State’s Education Board and most recently a case study on the project was accepted for publication by Ivy Publishing which then made its way to Harvard Business Review case collection

As a part of its unique CSR initiative, Project ABCD (A Behavioural Change through Demonstration), Toyota Kirloskar Motor (TKM), today, organized a district level quiz competition for the third consecutive year witnessing participation from over 4074 school children from 118 schools. Supporting Government of India’s ‘Swachh Bharat Mission’, Project ABCD was rolled out in the year 2015, implemented in 1,004 schools covering 58,719 children at Ramanagara district in Karnataka. In-line with Government of India’s national campaign, ‘Swacch Bharat: Swacch Vidyalaya’, Project ABCD aims to spread awareness and promote safe Water, Sanitation and Hygiene (WASH) practices among school children.

The event was graced by Mr. Ikram, IAS, Chief Executive Officer, Ramanagara Zilla Panchayat, Mr. Naveen Soni, Vice President, Toyota Kirloskar Motor along with the senior management representation from TKM.

Through Project ABCD, over 58,719 children from 1,004 schools in the district have been trained so far on better hygiene practices, importance of hand washing, and usage and maintenance of toilets. Over the years, this project has substantially expanded its reach across Magadi, Kanakapura, Ramanagara and Channapatana, enhancing the awareness by training the teachers and children on the importance of sanitation and basic hygiene.

Commemorating the success of Project ABCD, the quiz program supports its mission to enhance the knowledge on personal hygiene and sanitation among school children. It further motivates them to sustainably practice good hygiene and advocate these practices to other school children and community members. This competition is developed to evaluate the level of awareness among school children through various activities including Quiz, Painting, etc. It also acts as a great platform to check the effectiveness of the sanitation campaign on WASH practices and general knowledge about sanitation and hygiene amongst school children undergoing the ABCD program at their respective schools. Additionally, it helps the school children to openly discuss, share their views and knowledge about the WASH practices; motivating others.

LG Steps Up its Game with the Launch of LG Dual Screen Smartphone in Indian Market


LG Electronics has unveiled the LG G8XThinQ, its newest G series smartphone, and a more advanced LG Dual Screen in India. The LG G8XThinQ Dual Screen smartphone is designed to help users find a whole new way to multitask while being creative in its design and outlook. Taking its consumer experience to the next level, LG G8XThinQ with LG Dual Screen will be available across all retail outlets at INR 49,999 starting tomorrow.

LG G8XThinQ with LG Dual Screen offer consumers an entirely new way to interact with a mobile device and usher in new possibilities for mobile gaming, content creation and consumption, productivity and much more.

LG G8XThinQ Dual Screen lets consumers be as productive as they can be, quickly and easily. Whether texting a friend while watching a video, updating fantasy football while researching stats, sharing and comparing while online shopping, or writing an email while referencing a presentation, consumers can navigate, research, communicate and more across two screens simply and efficiently.

What’s more, LG G8XThinQ Dual Screen features unique experiences that provide more control for scenarios where two identical OLED displays simply work better than one, saving precious screen real estate. LG gives consumers the option to have the power and flexibility of two screens, but the freedom to choose one based on the situation. By detaching LG Dual Screen from LG G8XThinQ, going minimal is as simple as a snap.

LG Dual Screen boasts a convenient cover display, with the essentials like notifications, date, time, battery life available at a glance. With a 360° Freestop Hinge, LG Dual Screen is able to lock into at any angle, making it practical for use as a game controller at 120°, a mini-laptop at 140°, flat at 180°, a stand or tent at 270°, or to take a call flipped back on itself at 360°.

LG Game Pad is an immersive dual screen experience designed to level-up mobile gaming and deliver an edge in the competitive moment. It gives gamers a complete view of a game on one screen and a full controller on the other, giving the options to choose from multiple virtual controllers or build a custom layout to match specific game play needs and styles. LG Game Pad mimics touch input on the main display, making it compatible with most games.

The LG Smart Keyboard converts LG G8XThinQ Dual Screen into a mini-laptop for on-the-go use. The bottom display transforms into a full-screen virtual keyboard making it easier to write emails, edit presentations, text, or search the web in full-screen on the top display.

“We are delighted to introduce LG G8X ThinQ to our consumers with dual screen as a differentiated factor. It comes with two displays allowing two apps running parallel on each screen thus making multitasking much easier for its users. I am sure, this phone will redefine the way our consumers interact with the device,” said Advait Vaidya, Business Head – Mobile Division, LG Electronics India Pvt Ltd. “We will continue to innovate and expand the world of our smartphones and the Dual Screen and continue our journey to help create the best user experience, he added.”

Dual, The Better

LG’s newest G series smartphone shares the identical 6.4-inch display of LG Dual Screen for double the productivity and fun. An in-display fingerprint sensor makes locking and unlocking the LG G8XThinQ easier than ever, even with the Dual Screen folded back. While automatic adjustment of a smartphone display’s brightness using sensors is nothing new, in the G8XThinQ, an ambient light sensor also adjusts the contrast to maximize image details and reduce eye strain. And the phone’s front-facing camera sits within an unobtrusive Waterdrop lens cut out, letting users appreciate the 6.4-inch Full Vision display to the maximum.

Faster and more efficient with UI apps on large Dual Screen

Without the hassle of going back and forth from thumbnail to full-sized photo, one can use the Dual Screen to see thumbnails on one screen and large pictures on another. Online shopping is more convenient with the web browser being optimised for Dual screen. Instead of the inconveniently small keyboard, one can use the Dual Screen to launch a full-screen keyboard on one display. The custom Game Pad is specialized for shooting, racing, action, sports games or get recommendations. One can also fully see themselves on one screen and everyone else on the other with the Dual video call.

Click-on with new phones

And when it comes to the camera, the LG G8XThinQ is a shutterbug’s dream come true, sporting a 32MP front super wide angle 136-degree shooter with a 1.6μm sensor that rivals the impressive cameras on the back for stellar shots whichever way the phone is facing. Also, for the perfect selfie, Reflector Mode ensures clearer, sharper portraits even in dark environments letting users adjust the lighting colour to match their mood or preference. AI Action Shot in the new LG G8XThinQ recognizes and compensates for movement with a shutter speed of 1/480 of a second to keep subjects fully in focus; ideal for taking memorable shots of kids or pets playing. 4K Time Lapse lets users create artistic time lapse videos in stunning 4K resolution while LG Steady Cam provides enhanced image stability for footage that looks more polished and professional. Available for the first time, switching between front and rear cameras while recording video is possible with LG G8XThinQ.

Enhance your audio experience

A proven leader in smartphone audio, LG doesn’t disappoint with its G8XThinQ. Two 1.2W speakers deliver bold, perfectly balanced stereo sound while the 32-bit Hi-Fi Quad DAC tuned by Meridian Audio continues to make LG the benchmark for exceptional smartphone sound. On the recording end, the LG G8XThinQ features a microphone which is automatically turned up when capturing video to ensure that sounds are recorded in vivid detail for the most captivating, ASMR recordings.

Your designer luxury device

Discover the sleek, minimalist design of the LG G8X ThinQ, as well as the advanced features you can only get in an LG dual-screen phone. Loaded with Qualcomm Snapdragon™ 855 Octa-Core, 32-bit Hi-Fi Quad DAC, IP68 Water & Dust Proof, In screen Finger Print, Powerful 4,000mAh Battery, as well as the advanced AI features you can only get in an LG dual-screen phone.

Mother's Recipe Introduces a Range of “Street-Styled Authentic Chutneys” in Spout Pack

Indian street foods with their complementing chutneys from various cities are well-known for their taste and variety. Every region has its own specialty and India leads the charts in terms of street food. Yet, as far as street food hygiene is concerned, there are very poor standards. People who consume street food more often, have been reported to suffer from foodborne diseases like diarrhoea, cholera, typhoid fever and food poisoning.

Key features:
* Authentic Tasty Indian Chutneys
* Hygienic & Trusted
* Easy to carry while travelling
* Easy and convenient Packaging – aroma sealed & Spill proof
* The spout pack has a Modern, trendy & premium look
* Easy to store
* Available across all major retail stores and online grocers in 200gm pack for just Rs. 50

Mother's Recipe, a leading FMCG brand, has introduced a range of street-styled authentic chaat chutneys in an all-new attractive and convenient spout pack. Manufactured in it’s state-of-the-art plant in Pune under strict hygienic conditions, these chutneys are available in 5 variants like Delhi Chat Chutney, Bhelpuri Chutney, Red Chilli Garlic Chutney, Samosa Chutney, and Tamarind Date Chutney. Attractively packed in the all-new easy to pour spout pack, it will surely enhance the taste of everyday homemade snacks in the most chat patta way.

Commenting on the new range of chutneys, Ms. Sanjana Desai, Executive Director, Mother’s Recipe – Desai Foods Pvt Ltd said, “Mother’s Recipe is committed to delivering products, which satisfy palates and are appropriate for the Indian consumer. Our home-style range of chutneys is the result of extensive research and consumer insight which are made from fresh ingredients to deliver the authentic taste of home-cooked food. We have consciously introduced these delicious chutneys in a more convenient and easy to pour spout pack to inculcate the habit of eating good and quality food at home. With the launch of so many chutney variants, everyone can enjoy their favourite street food and snacks anytime.”

The products are available in all hypermarkets, exclusive Mother’s Recipe outlets and local retail stores across Delhi-NCR, Bangalore, Mumbai, Pune, Ahmedabad and on e-commerce portals like Bigbasket.

Mother’s Recipe products are category leaders in Pickles and Paste categories and market shares vary from 25% to 40%. In pickles, Mother’s Recipe dominates the category and is the only National Brand available across with more than 64 variants. Other than pickles, the product range consists of Ready to Cook (RTC) Spice Mixes, Condiments, Papads, Appalams, Instant Mixes and now Chutneys.

“Chutney’s, sauces and pastes as a category in India have witnessed consistent growth over the past few years. According to the report by World Food India this category has maintained the momentum with double-digit growth during the period 2016-21. This growth can be attributed to employee affluence and growing millennial customers along with a rise in working women's population. The demands of the FMCG segment are evolving everyday and consumers are seeking convenience, hygiene, authenticity and better-packaged products. As a result, we need to continuously innovate in line with the growing consumer expectations while providing our customers with only the best quality & tastiest of products, go ahead and try one chutney. ” Sanjana concluded.

Product

Red Chilli Garlic Chutney
Delhi Chaat Chutney
Bhelpuri Chutney
Samosa Chutney
Tamarind Date Chutney

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