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13-yr old Ayan Dharod’s “Nature Calendar” – a call-for-action Nature-themed table top companion

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Ayan Dharod (age 13) has designed a 52 week Nature themed calendar with the goal to awaken in us a fast fading connect with Nature and our own roots.

A pressing need: In Ayan’s own words, “The pandemic has changed our lives forever… it had forced us into a virtual lockdown that we continue to live in! While we are vaccinated from the virus, we continue to be infected by the artificial digital syndrome! We have an entire world of beauty outside, waiting for us to relish in the delights it has to share! Yet we stay confined in our cocoons, believing that the caterpillar remains, when in reality, the butterfly has already awakened! Nature is all around us, yet we barely spend a few moments in its presence.”

Curated insights: The calendar is a set of 52 nature themes. Ayan candidly explains, “I will touch upon 52 natural occurrences found on this planet, that are bound to bring a smile to your face and heart. The haikus give a glimpse into the soul of that pristine beauty, the hand-drawn artworks are a representation of their natural form.”

Ayan’s Nature Calendar is an elegant and highly accessible table top companion with its surreal brightly colored sketches and the insightful haiku verses urging us to bring more awareness to our surroundings. Each week it helps us focus on a different aspect of nature; covering a dazzling array of natural occurrences from trees and hot springs to forests, mountains and the earth.

This 52 weeks calendar is an endeavor to connect us back to Nature, to pause and re-vitalize ourselves on the path to greater joy and fulfillment in our lives. On sale now at https://serenestrokes.com/calendar/

About Ayan Dharod

Ayan Dharod, has published his first book ‘To be or not to be’. He loves to explore and experience the world in all its beauty and splendor. He pursues a wide gamut of creative interests across dance, music, arts and theatre. He is a voracious reader and enjoys all genres of action. He is an active sports person and loves any physical activity. He is passionate about movies, old and new alike. Ayan, studies in Grade 8 at Indus International School Hyderabad, India. He cherishes his family bonding, with parents and grandparents, over meals and board games.

Key link: https://serenestrokes.com/calendar/

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Travel Retail Services Partners with Kiddale to Launch Innovative NewGen Talking Books for Kids at Airports

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October 22, 2024 – New Delhi, India – Travel Retail Services through its Iconic Relay & Smilen Airport stores, is thrilled to announce an exciting partnership with Kiddale, a leading brand in interactive and musical books for children. Together, they are launching the innovative NewGen Talking Books, specially designed to engage and educate young travelers.

This innovative collaboration will bring Kiddale’s latest range of interactive, sound-enabled books to families on the go. Known for their unique blend of storytelling, music, and interactive elements, Kiddale books are designed to engage children’s curiosity and enhance their learning experience, making them the perfect travel companion.

Relay Airport Stores : A Trusted Name in Travel Retail

Relay is an established name in the global travel retail industry, offering a wide range of products across multiple categories for travelers. With a presence in major airports across India, Relay is the go-to store for travelers looking for high-quality, innovative products, including books, snacks, travel accessories, and more.

Smilen Airport Store : Your Ultimate Stop for the Newest and Coolest Toys!

Smilen store is a new go-to destination for the latest and greatest toys at the Hyderabad Airport. Their shelves are brimming with Books , Educational Toys, Stationery and Colouring, Puzzles and Games, Arts and Crafts, Soft Toys/Plush and lot more.

Kiddale’s NewGen Talking Books: A New Era in Children’s Edutainment

Kiddale’s NewGen Talking Books are interactive, audio-enabled storybooks that not only tell stories but bring them to life with music, sounds, and dialogue. Perfect for keeping children entertained and engaged while traveling, these books are designed to be educational, immersive, and entertaining.

Key Features of Kiddale NewGen Talking Books:

  1. Interactive Storytelling: Each book uses cutting-edge sound technology to play music, voices, and sound effects, creating a fully immersive experience for kids.
  2. Educational Content: The stories are crafted to teach values, enhance reading skills, and spark imagination, all while keeping children entertained.
  3. Durable Design for Travel: These books are designed with durability in mind, ensuring they can handle the rigors of travel.
  4. Culturally Rich Themes: Kiddale books often incorporate traditional Indian themes and stories, offering a unique cultural experience for children.

This collaboration between Travel Retail Services and Kiddale brings these unique, high-quality books to the travel retail market, ensuring that kids have access to fun, educational content while journeying through airports. Whether it’s to keep children entertained during long flights or as a perfect gift for young travelers, Kiddale’s NewGen Talking Books are sure to delight both parents and kids alike.

For more details about these books and upcoming titles visit kiddale123.com

Availability: The NewGen Talking Books will be available at select Relay Airport Stores and Smilen Store @ Hyderabad Airport

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Pre-Launch Spotlight: Unveiling the Future of Business Process Excellence with AI

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In today’s rapidly evolving business landscape, organizations are constantly seeking ways to optimize efficiency, enhance decision-making, and stay competitive. At the heart of this transformation lies the integration of Artificial Intelligence (AI) into business processes—an innovation that promises to reshape industries. In a highly anticipated upcoming release, “Business Yoga with AI: Ascend to excellence by transforming innovative ideas into sustainable business solutions through the strategic application of artificial intelligence”, this groundbreaking book explores how AI is not just a tool but a strategic enabler for achieving operational excellence.

The Promise of AI in Business Process Excellence:

At its core, Business Process Excellence (BPE) is about streamlining and improving processes to create value, reduce waste, and enhance customer satisfaction. Traditionally, BPE relied on methodologies like Six Sigma, Lean, and Total Quality Management (TQM) to drive incremental improvements. However, the advent of AI offers an entirely new frontier. It allows businesses to go beyond gradual change, enabling real-time optimization, predictive analytics, and even autonomous decision-making.

This book highlights how AI’s capabilities—from machine learning and natural language processing to robotic process automation (RPA)—can be harnessed to enhance business processes. It showcases real-world examples of companies that have used AI to automate repetitive tasks, predict customer behaviors, and uncover insights buried deep within large datasets.

What to Expect from the Book

“Business Yoga with AI” is not just another tech-centric book; it is a comprehensive guide that connects theory with practice. Geared towards both business leaders and tech enthusiasts, the book addresses key topics such as:

  • Business Process Excellence with Lean, Six Sigma, Kaizen / Continuous Improvements, Business Process Engineering (BPR), TQM, Design Thinking, Hoshin Kanri, Balanced Scorecard etc.
  • Understanding AI’s Role in Process Automation: How AI tools can automate mundane tasks, freeing up human resources to focus on more strategic activities.
  • Leveraging AI for Predictive and Prescriptive Analytics: How businesses can use AI to not only predict future trends but also recommend actions based on those predictions.
  • AI-Driven Decision Making: How organizations are integrating AI into their decision-making processes to improve accuracy and speed.
  • Overcoming the Challenges of AI Adoption: A practical guide to navigating the complexities and potential pitfalls of integrating AI into existing business systems.

By blending academic insights with practical case studies, the book provides a roadmap for organizations looking to scale AI-driven process improvements. Each chapter dives into a different aspect of AI’s impact on business processes, offering readers a 360-degree view of what it takes to achieve true business process excellence in the digital age.

A New Era of Efficiency and Innovation

The pre-launch of “Business Yoga with AI” comes at a time when the demand for AI integration is at an all-time high. Businesses across sectors—from finance and healthcare to manufacturing and retail—are recognizing the need to leverage AI not just for efficiency, but for innovation. As digital transformation accelerates, the ability to adapt and implement AI-driven processes will separate the leaders from the laggards.

This book promises to be an essential resource for College graduates, business executives, operations managers, and technology leaders who are grappling with how to make AI a core part of their strategy. It outlines the steps needed to cultivate a culture of continuous improvement, powered by AI, that will sustain long-term growth and competitiveness.

Pre-Launch Buzz: What the Experts Are Saying

Even before its official release, “Business Process Excellence and AI” is already generating buzz in the industry. Thought leaders are praising the book for its forward-thinking approach and practical insights.

Conclusion

As businesses prepare to face the challenges and opportunities of a new digital era, “Business Yoga with AI” will serve as an indispensable guide for those looking to lead the charge. By demystifying AI and offering clear strategies for implementation, this book is poised to become a definitive resource for those aiming to revolutionize their operations.

Mark your calendars—the official release is just around the corner, and with it comes a transformative perspective on how AI can be the key to unlocking business process excellence.

About Authors:

Pritish Mahajan (IT & Business Transformation Leader and Author of ‘Anybody Can Use AI’)

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Ashok Jadhav (Serial Entrepreneur, Innovator, Business Coach & Holistic Quotient Trainer)

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Tamil Nadu Youngster Josan Ranjjith’s book launched at Bharat Mandapam, Pragati Maidan, Delhi!

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New Delhi [India]: Josan Ranjjith, 26 years old youth from a village named Navalur Kuttapattu in Trichy district Tamil Nadu, has launched his new English poetry book “Metamorphosis”.

The book launch event held on 29th of June at Bharat Mandapam, Pragati Maidan, Central Minister Satish Chandra Dubey, Uttar Pradesh Minister of Labour Raghuram Singh , Indian Business Man Abhishek Verma , Actress Hema Malini , Former Railway Board Chairman Suresh Ratan Chandra released the book.

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IISM launches pathbreaking India’s first-ever book on Sports Psychology

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Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India]: India’s leading sports management college, International Institute of Sports Management (IISM) on Monday launched India’s first-ever book on Sports Psychology in the country as part of a series that will aim to enrich students with industry knowledge.

The book titled ‘Sports Psychology’ authored by Mugdha Bavare, noted Sports Psychologist, was launched on Friday. The book has been published under the banner of Popular Prakashan is second in a series of books being launched by IISM as part a knowledge series.

The first book in the series, ‘Business of Sports: The Winning Formula for Success’, authored by Mr Vinit Karnik, Head – Sports, Esports & Entertainment at GroupM South Asia, was released in June 2022.

IISM, founded by former India international cricketer Nilesh Kulkarni, has been a pioneer in Sports Management Studies for about 12 years.

“We are thrilled to introduce Mugdha Bavare’s ground-breaking book on sports psychology, marking a significant milestone in Indian sports education. Through this publication, we aim to provide invaluable insights to both athletes and enthusiasts, fostering a deeper understanding of the mental aspect of sports performance,” said Mr Kulkarni. “As a former cricketer and the founder of IISM, I understand the pivotal role of psychology in succeeding in sports. Mugdha’s expertise, coupled with her experience of working with elite athletes, has culminated in a comprehensive resource that will undoubtedly elevate the standard of sports psychology education in India.”

The book is available for purchase from your nearest book stores. Also, those interested can order the book online from: http://surl.li/rozje and http://surl.li/rozlf.

On her part the author Ms Bavare was thrilled to be able to share his knowledge with the wider community. “I am immensely proud to contribute to the field of sports psychology with the release of this book in collaboration with IISM. Drawing from my experiences working closely with top athletes, I believe this book will serve as a guiding light, helping athletes harness the power of their minds to achieve peak performance on the field,” said Ms Bavare. “Through this book, my aim is to demystify the intricacies of sports psychology and empower athletes to unlock their full potential. I am grateful for the opportunity to share my knowledge and insights, and I hope that this resource will inspire a new generation of athletes to prioritise their mental well-being in pursuit of excellence.”

Publisher Harsha Bhatkal was also keen that the learnings from the book can be used in an Indian context. “We have published sports books in the past. But this is the first of its kind, unique concept where the book is both a fantastic read and also a reference material for knowledge. I am sure everyone connected to sports will lap up the book with both hands.”

In the coming months, IISM will be making landmark announcements about future books covering various aspects of sports from an Indian perspective. Stay tuned for further announcements.

For Further Information contact:

Chandresh Narayanan

+919819359780

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Mishan Designs is pleased to announce the publication of the book, Amongst the Believers, by Kochery C Shibu

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New Delhi [India]: Amongst the Believers, another master piece from the Best-selling and Award-winning author of “Men and Dreams in the Dhauladhar” and “Faith and the Beloved.”

The novel is a saga of love, set in the back drop of war-torn Afghanistan and Ukraine. Nanda is an accused in a murder case and the lives of his dear ones are in danger. He is given an option to join RAW on a mysterious mission, and penetrate the elite society of Pakistan. A choice that forces him to create a family only to destroy it. Khusru is a terrorist who has fallen out with his handlers, the ISI, and is on the run. Caught in the vicious gang wars of Karachi, he is to escort the warlord’s daughter Miriam, to Bosnia.

A journey that takes him to Iran, Armenia and to the prisons of Russia. Rekha has choreographed her life in the captivity of a terrorist as a dance drama. Even after marriage and two children, her obsession with Khusru knows no bounds.

She is kidnapped and ends up as a sex slave to the teenage terrorists in war-torn Afghanistan. A ruse that lead America to invade Iraq and a mysterious video of an Army officer directing the 26/11 Mumbai terror attacks that could change the course of history, is being chased by the ISI, Mossad, CIA, Russians and the RAW. The lives of Nanda, Khusru and Rekha are entangled in this international web of espionage. A journey through the unknown, a saga of love, espionage and suspense that will keep you riveted.

ABOUT THE AUTHOR

KOCHERY C SHIBU, the bestselling and award-winning author of ‘Men and Dreams in the Dhauladhar, and ‘Faith and the Beloved’, is a graduate of the prestigious National Defence Academy, Khadakwasla. He has served in the Indian Navy and commanded two warships.

Post his retirement, he has executed hydro-electric projects in the Cauvery River basin in Karnataka, Beas River basin in Himachal and Teesta River basin in Sikkim. He holds a postgraduate degree in Defence Studies from Chennai University, and an MA English Literature from Pune University.

Shibu has changed tack from the snow-clad mountains to the blue oceans, and has been associated with the setting up of a shipping company in India. ‘Amongst the Believers’, a suspense thriller, is his third book. A passionate and committed writer, Shibu creates a magical world of fiction built around a well-researched background. Kochery C Shibu was born in Kochi, Kangarapady and now lives in Bangalore with his wife and daughter.

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