Oct 19, 2020

The moment you see water; your heart is filled with an abiding spirit of adventure. How about having a promising career while fulfilling your wish to conquer the sea? Maritime careers serve as the best of both worlds where seafarers are given an opportunity to travel around the globe, become independent at a young age, and be rewarded with hefty remunerations.

As a matter of fact, merchant navy is a much sought-after, lucrative and glamorous career, conjuring up the images of highly paid, disciplined, and smart youngsters, traversing the seven seas, aboard their vessel transporting cargo worldwide.

Significance of maritime education

According to estimates, the number of active Indian seafarers, employed aboard Indian or foreign flagged ships, has grown by about 45 percent in recent years. The Indian government is planning to hire around 3.5 lakh seafarers in the next three to five years, a move aimed at promoting shipping industry jobs as an attractive career option.

In the distressing times unleashed by the outbreak of COVID-19, people working on ships are the unsung heroes ensuring the availability of a wide variety of merchandise. In fact, they handle 90% of the global trade of commercial goods. In this context, the significance of maritime education and the need of constant upgradation of seafaring skills has acquired crucial urgency.

Merchant navy job profiles range from technical to non-technical ones such as deck officers, marine engineers, chefs or engine crew. In fact, choosing the right course out of several choices offered at maritime institutes can be a daunting task.

IMI leads the way

The International Maritime Institute (IMI), Greater Noida, is one of the premier maritime education institutes in the country. Established in 1991, IMI has been awarded the A1 ‘Outstanding’ grading by the Indian Registrar of Shipping. The A1 Grading is the highest certification being granted to maritime training institutes in the country as per the stringent norms laid out by the DG Shipping.

IMI boasts of excellent infrastructure which includes a ‘Ship in Campus’, an engineering marvel; extensive workshop setup with recent additions of state-of-the-art electronics, instrumentation and control; engineering laboratory to cater to training for modern ships, and outstanding grading by rating agencies as its courses are approved by the Director General of Shipping, Indian Maritime University and AICTE.

ETO course – your gateway to the shipping world

Among the most popular courses offered by IMI, the Electro Technical Officer (ETO) Programme offers rewarding career prospects as it gives the candidates an exposure to the most advanced and sophisticated shipboard equipment and tools. It ensures that the students imbibe marketable and relevant skills needed for the marine industry. IMI’s tie-ups with the shipping companies gives ETO students an opportunity to showcase their skills with ease and confidence.

ETO is a four-month course that familiarizes the learners with ship board systems, equipment and machineries involved in the operation of the vessels. The relevant electrical/electronic equipment, control and automation systems are dealt with in detail to enable the candidate to develop decision-making skills for troubleshooting, and rectification of flaws.

IMI conducts the ETO course through well-trained and experienced faculty members who are constantly upgrading themselves in order to provide quality education. In the current challenging times, IMI is following all safety precautions, SOPs and protocols with a mix of online classes for theory and physical training for practical.

Extensive career prospects

Being well recognized in the maritime industry for the last 30 years, IMI has constant queries from reputed shipping companies for trainees who have successfully completed the ETO course. Cadets get the opportunity to work with prestigious companies like Maersk, MSC, Fleet Management, PIL, Dockendale Ship Management, V R Maritime, Darya Shipping, V.Ships and many more.

The pay scales are very attractive and the salaries are tax-free in most countries. This is in addition to free boarding and lodging onboard ships. Shipping companies also provide air passages from and to an International airport, hotel/guest house accommodation and expenses for joining and leaving a ship. Other benefits include extended vacations; opportunity to interact with people of different cultures from various countries; fast career growth and job security with choice of the working period.

 

Apply online

The course is open for candidates who have done three years Diploma or four years Degree in Electrical Engineering, Electronics Engineering, Electrical and Electronics Engineering, Electronics and Telecommunication / Communication Engineering, or Electronics and Instrumentation, or equivalent.

For more details visit www.imi.edu.in and register online to secure your future and have a great career in the shipping industry!

Oct 19, 2020

Miss World has created “Beauty with a Purpose National Ambassador” in many countries and our Indian American representative from Washington state Shree Saini is selected as the American BWAP National Ambassador.

Beauty with a Purpose is the service aspect of the Miss World organization. BWAP has fundraised 1.3 billion dollars for thousands of charities around our world.

Shree takes to social media to note: “Best win in life is being of service to others every single day. BWAP has been my BEACON OF HOPE since I was a little girl. Being able to serve led me to overcome many struggles in my life and focus on how I can uplift others, instead of my own hardships.”

Shree Saini competition award list includes

🏆Winner of Miss World America Beauty with a Purpose National Ambassador

🏆Winner of Top 10 In the Nation

🏆Winner of Miss World America 202O recognition by Julia Morley, the CEO of Miss World Organization for My BWAP Service Projects

🏆Winner of “$2000 BWAP Service Funds Award” from Mrs. Julia Morley

🏆 Winner of “Miss World America People’s Choice 2020”

🏆Winner of “Miss World America Social Media Influencer Challenge 2020”

Shree notes in her posts, she lost her Top 5 position due to 1 point. After Top 1O, scores were not cumulative from interview, dance, and 14 total submissions.

“I’ve dedicated my life to service and BWAP inspired me to start creating positive change 1O years ago by serving over 1OO nonprofits. This is all possible thanks to Mrs. Julia Morley, who started the BWAP service aspect of the pageant in over 15O countries,” says Shree on Instagram @ShreeSaini

  

Shree Saini thanked Miss World, Miss World America, all supporters, contestants, and her fans from across the world in India, Guyana, South Africa, Malaysia, New Zealand, UK, Australia, Singapore, Bangladesh, Nepal, Sri Lanka etc.

“I will continue to be a vessel of change every day for the rest of my life,” says Shree Saini

Oct 19, 2020

Some movies are so interesting that when you watch them, you’re afraid of missing even a single shot, and try to be extremely attentive to find the clues to what’s going on even before the characters do. Newly launched OOT Platform is coming with most fascinating detective movies Suspense thriller “Myopia” that will leave you racking your brains for answers. If you like unexpected plot twists and movies filled with mysteries, this is just for you. Myopia is story of Detective Omkar Upadhyaya starring Rohit Bhardwaj. The story is set in Agra City [Part of Northern India, home of the Taj Mahal]. Detective Omkar Upadhyaya is a smart, witty and charming individual but harbor’s a dark past which haunts him. The story revolves around magician who was working on his new magic trick to make the Taj Mahal disappear on the eve of Republic day. But before he could accomplish his trick, he himself disappeared.

   

The web series is produced by Rohit Bhardwaj and Indu Bhardwaj under the banner of Vistaar Films Entertainment LLP. Sky 9 OTT is coming with a unique concept watch Sky 9 OTT and earn money! No, it’s not fake news, it’s 100% true! Sky9 has launched an exciting new initiative for its loyal viewers called Sab Dekho Sab Jito contest.

Oct 4, 2020

Whodunits, murders mysteries and edge-of-the-seat suspense thrillers, Bollywood has dazzled us with several tales based on these themes. From the era of black-and-white films to the present day, we have witnessed an avalanche of iconic Suspense thrillers. These movies will keep you hooked till the very end and you just cannot take your eyes off of them. Now it’s time to treat yourself with these amazing suspense thrillers that are sure to keep you at the edge of your seat with their twisted endings. Sky 9 OTT  is coming with Another Big Suspense thriller web Series “BOND OF LOVE” written and directed by Dhananjay Kumar Singh. The web series  is under post production produced by Elchika Some Narayin under the banner of EKM Series starring Jiya Chauhan, Paras Sharma, Suraj Bhardwaj, Ankita Dubey, Irfan Ali, Manav sakaria, Niti sakaria, Jagdish k Maharana, Manish Nahar And Angali.

 

Sky 9 OTT is coming with unique concept Watch Sky 9 OTT  to earn some money! No its not fake news, its 100% true! Sky 9 OTT has launched an exciting new initiative for their loyal viewers called Sab Dekho Sab Jito contest. The Best Thrillers on Sky 9 Will Get Your Heart Racing from the Comfort of Your Couch.

Sep 30, 2020

Co-founders of EaseMyTrip.com, Nishant Pitti, Rikant Pitti, along with Shivanshu Pandey, are all set to produce a revenge drama web series titled Taish directed by Bejoy Nambiar and stars actors Pulkit Samrat, Jim Sarbh, Harshvardhan Rane, Kriti Kharbanda and Sanjeeda Shaikh. It’s set to premeire on the 29th of October on Zee5 Premium.

Talking about Taish, and his eagerness to release the project, producer Shivanshu Pandey says, “Extremely euphoric and excited to announce that our film Taish is finally getting to see the light of the day and getting a platform like Zee5 which also caters to the target audience the film was made in the first place. The journey has been a gruelling one but I’m very delighted that the film has turned out to be as we had envisioned it!!”. While Nishant says, “Jovial to announce that we have finally reached the end of the journey that Taish has been and it will finally reach the audience it was made for. Excited to know how it is received by the audience and the critics alike!” Rikant Pitti too seems extremely happy about Taish and says, “From the plot to the direction and the cast, Taish will have the viewers at the edge of their seat throughout. I can’t wait to see how the audience will react to it.”

Taish will be launched in the form of both a six-episode web series, as well as a feature film. When asked about the idea behind launching Taish as both a web series, and film, Shivanshu says, “Initially this was going to be a thriller feature film, but as we went along the project, we decided to extend it and make it into a mini-series as the plot demanded. The film plays out like a neo-noir film and we didn’t want to compromise on story bit, so we ended up making it what it is: a crime-thriller mini-series.” Nishant on the other hand said adds, “What excites me most about web shows these days is that it gives the audiences the upper-hand and they can consume the content in their leisure, and also revisit them at their convenience.”

“Bejoy and his expertise and excellence with the craft. He is a perfectionist and has delivered his 100% to make the film what it is. His direction and story-telling craft has truly fleshed out the characters and story of the film, and think the audiences are in for a treat” said Shivanshu as he spoke about the director. “The dialogues and the plotline of the film are weaved perfectly. The characters are unique, goofy and interesting at the same time, and the plot-twists will make the audiences on their toes as to what will happen next.” added Nishant.

EaseMyTrip has always taken unique and interesting projects in the past and Taish is a unique film in itself too. The film also resonates with the energy of the company; thrilling, out-of-the-box thinking and not taking the easy path. “We plan on to do the same with our future endeavors.” says Shivanshu. “EaseMyTrip’s vision and the film’s adventurous landscapes go hand in hand. We have always strived to achieve perfection and will continue to do so in future too.” concludes Nishant.

After producing big banner hit films like Manikarnika, Batti Gul Meter Chalu, Fanney Khan, among others, Taish will be EaseMyTrip.com’s next big thing!  Looking back at the history of EaseMyTrip.com, their choices of films they associated with have all been a phenomenal! The audience are eagerly looking forward to their next, Taish.

Sep 30, 2020

Miss World America recently announced its 2020 contestants list. The 2020 Miss World America pageant will see Indian American Shree Saini.

She is the chosen representative of Washington state. She is a survivor of heart surgery at age 12 for a pacemaker implant and she is a burns survivor. She is a global motivational speaker who has been invited to address audiences about her life experience and messages of resilience and kindness, in more than 8 countries and 30 states in the United States.

A graduate of University of Washington, Saini has been a visiting student at Harvard, Stanford and Yale Universities.  She has earned the “Best Pageant Titleholder” award and recognitions from the Secretary of State, Senate, Governor and the American Heart Association CEO.

Miss World has fundraised $1.3 billion for charities around the world. Shree takes to social media to share her love for service. Shree has volunteered with 1OOs of charitable foundations and been invited to speak around the world.

“Serving others and inspiring others is a responsibility for me. It is our duty that we shine with enthusiasm and serve others with Love. That is Beauty with a Purpose for me!”

Miss World’s BWAP vision was created by founder of Miss World Mrs. Julia Morley, whose husband Mr. Eric Morley started “Miss World” nearly 7O years ago.

In preparation for her title, she submitted over 14 competition materials, 6 video submissions, essay submissions, had a state live interview, and took part in countless workshops.

“My preparations began last year but the dream began at age 5. I am a big believer that we should SERVE without hesitation and #LOVE without limits. Daily we can serve others by speaking life into others and choosing endless Kindness with EVERYBODY and ALWAYS. We need to reach out and serve rather than wait,” noted Shree.

In an unfortunate incident, Indian American Shree Saini collapsed before Miss World America’s 2019 before final night of competition. Taking to her daughter’s Instagram, her mother informed that Shree will stay in the hospital for a “cardiac arrest watch”.

Shree Saini said, “Last year I could not even finish competing for Miss World America. Right after I proudly introduced myself on stage as “#ShreeSaini, WASHINGTON”, I came backstage to change into my evening gown when I collapsed and was rushed to the ER. I was heartbroken. It was a rare incident. My whole family was shaken. There are many incidents in our lives that we cannot control, but we can control our responses. With rock solid faith in God and His timing, I am traveling to my life’s journey once again.

“God has a plan for all of us and He wants us to serve our people and our world family. That’s why I love the Miss World America world and Miss World organizations because we are all about service,” said Shree.

This year’s event will be held in the form of a series of virtual web casts in combination with online submissions due to the coronavirus pandemic. According to the pageant website, all contestants will participate in real-time preliminary competitions, receive camera time in front of a live audience and judges.

Preliminary competitions will include Beauty with a Purpose, Influencer Challenge, Talent Showcase, Head to Head Challenge, Entrepreneur Challenge, Top Model Challenge, and People’s Choice.  The crowning ceremony will be on October 24 with the winner of Miss World America 2020 being invited to Los Angeles for the event.

  

If Shree Saini wins, she will represent America at Miss World, same way as Priyanka Chopra, Aishwarya Rai, Manushi Chiller, represented India at Miss World.

Aug 31, 2020

Mumbaiites have restyled their life to adjust to the lockdown due to Covid-19 – from juggling work and personal life while working from home, a disrupted body clock cycle, to rethinking how outdoor businesses can adapt, managing house work without hired helps. Now the dance studio in Mumbai are opening after 3-month since the start of the COVID-19. Bollywood ace choreographer Sandip Soparrkar opened his Sandip Soparrkar’s Ballroom Studio located at Bandra, Juhu, Andheri, Goregaon & many other centers. He ensures gloves and Masks for their students, premises disinfected, hand sanitisers available, Social Distancing and Limited number of students. Sandip Soparrkar ballroom dance studio is the first dance class in the country to open its dance floor to students again keeping all the “New Normal” life in mind.

Sandip Soparrkar said, “When the government announced unlock, I took the step of opening the classes again, we are following all the possible rules of the new normal.

I am glad the students have shown faith in what we are offering to them and have come ahead to dance again. We all have to slowly but surly make a start and I am humbled to be leading the way.’

Aug 14, 2020

MISS WORLD AMERICA WASHINGTON Shree Saini and actress Nargis Fakhri both invited as chief guests to a function in Seattle, Washington. Shree Saini is our reigning Miss World America Washington, a global speaker, who inspires others to overcome their hardships.

Shree went to list “quarantine tasks we have the privilege to do.”

1. Live with abundant enthusiasm.
2. Be a Joy Creator in every situation
3. Visualize your highest self and start showing up in life as her/ him.
4. Have a bias towards action.
5. Practice being kinder, more loving, more giving, more understanding, more forgiving
6. Donate groceries to the local food bank.
7. Go through your wardrobe and donate clothes
8. Cultivate a family game night
9. FaceTime your grandparents, loved ones, friends.
10. Spend time with God
11. Re-decorate your room, home
12. Start a new hobby
13. Read Read Read
14. Work on self-discipline. Do your pending tasks.
15. Workout. Learn new recipes.

Shree’s life story of overcoming struggles and her volunteer work has earned recognition and awards from Governor, Secretary of State and dignitaries around the world. Shree even earned the “Best Pageant Titleholder” award, when nominated alongside, Miss Universe, at the Global Beauty Awards. Shree believes that we need to nourish our hearts daily with positive thoughts, so that we can overcome difficulties in life and remain eternally grateful.

Shree continues to pass her gratitude to her international judges by writing in her post “Thank you Mrs. Julia Morley, Mr. Eric Douglas, Mr. Steve Douglas founders of Miss World for creating this international women empowerment organization 70 years ago.”

Aug 14, 2020

Crystal movies is coming with “The Hidden Strike”, the next feature to stream on their Shemaroo platform on the 14th August 2020. The streaming giant’s diverse content has been lapped up by audiences all over and their upcoming Independence Day release pays a soulful tribute to our unsung heroes in uniform. “The Hidden Strike” is an action thriller inspired by the courage, gut and valour of the Indian armed forces.

A fictional tale based around recent events where India struck hard and hit back at the border, the film’s trailer manages to rouse a sense of glory, honour and passion as we witness the triumphant endeavours of the army. Putting their lives in unforeseen yet calculated danger, our warriors in green cross enemy lines to weed out the villains that threaten our country. The film is proudly feminist too, depicting a fierce and courageous woman fighting besides her male counterparts.

A Crystal Movies production, “The Hidden Strike ”, starring Deepraj Rana, Jimmy Sharma, Lakha Lakhvinder, Mir Sarwar, Sanjay Singh and Vedita Pratap Singh among others, produced by Vijay Valbhani and Sonu Jain is written by Abhinash Singh Chib and Sagar Jha. The movie releases on ShemarooMe Box Office on 14th of August 2020. Actor Jimmy Sharma proved his acting skill he left everyone emotional through his power packed performance.

“One should never forget the innumerable sacrifices made at the line of control so that we can breathe easy”, says director Suzad Iqbal Khan. He adds, “My intention behind “The Hidden Strike” was to not only salute the people who keep us safe, but also create a war film with action sequences of international standard. We have ensured that the movie stands toe to toe with any of the titles that Hollywood boasts of.” On collaborating with ShemarooMe, he shares, “The lockdown has made it implausible for our film to reach the big screen but I heaved a huge sigh of relief on knowing we’ll be coming to ShemarooMe Box Office, which assures that a record number of audiences get to view it”.

On the opportunity to play a tough as nails army man, Singham Returns star Deepraj Rana shares, “Who wouldn’t want to essay such a powerful character with a no-nonsense attitude? As the release date nears, I am filled with nervous excitement. My performance is dedicated to the thousands who protect us day and night, hope the whole country watches our film and treasures their selfless efforts”.

Elated that his film is releasing on such an important day, producer Vijay Valbhani shares, “Very few producers get to create not just a great film, but one that contains a pivotal message of ‘Nation first’. The fact that we arrive on Independence Day is just perfect. Our film reiterates that India won’t back down anymore; we welcome peace but don’t entertain miscreants that cause us harm. The Hidden Strike is for all those champions in olive green who tirelessly preserve the integrity of Atulya Bharat.”.

Vedita Pratap Singh, playing a headstrong and fearless female officer shares, “My role is of a lady who is ambitious, determined and loyal to the country, these are qualities I personally identify with as well, so it was almost destined for me to portray this character”.

While being an ambitious war drama, “The Hidden Strike” is complemented by a soothing yet exhilarating soundtrack too. After winning over listeners with his melodious voice in Super 30 and Angrezi Medium, Divya Kumar lends his stirring baritone to “Ek Do Ek”, a song sure to motivate every countryman. Manmarziyaan fame musical heartthrob Shahid Mallya croons another captivating tune for the film in “Khoon Mera Kholey”. Music directed by Varun Agrawal.

Crystal movie presents “The Hidden Strike”, brings Indians the perfect way to celebrate 14th of August with the family, so don’t forget to grab your tickets on the BookMyShow or Shemaroo Me website/app.

Aug 11, 2020

Dr. Santosh Kumar Bagla has represented and put the complaint to the Honble Prime Minister vide letter dated 14.04. 2019, that the DIU/NDD Mandir Marg of Delhi Police is not taking appropriate actions in the FIR 0120/2019 which was registered on 19.10.2019 with various documents and evidences. Kotak Mahindra is managing the system and no actions has been taken against them.

It is to be noted that earlier also the Prime Minister office has instructed the Banking Secretary and RBI to take necessary actions against Kotak Mahindra bank and like this The President,  The Vice President and various higher authorities had also sought actions against Uday Suresh Kotak and others but since the Kotak has managed the system and manipulated so no actions has been taken. Dr. Bagla has been harassed through their henchmen so he had to be shifted from Mumbai to Delhi and then to Kolkata. All these narrated by him to Prime Minister. On examining the Prime Minister office directly instructed to the office of Dr. Eish Singhal, the DCP of New Delhi District who is in charge of DIU unit to take appropriate actions arrest the accused.

The Magistrate in whose direction the FIR was lodged and but the Delhi police has ignored the direction.  Dr. Santosh Kumar bagla said that since he was not well and stucked for three months as was hospitalized since 2 months and now totally recovered and shall take up all these again to higher authorities and to the Hon’ble Police Commissioner of Delhi to monitor and expedite the investigation and instruct the concern DCP office for actions.