Guftugu by Irfan, the renowned celebrity talk show returns on a new stage
“Guftugu”, the widely acclaimed talk show on RajyaSabha TV that suddenly came to an end this October is again in talks after Rekhta Foundation announced its re-launch through its social media platforms. Curated by the renowned television anchor Syed Irfan, Guftugu was one of the longest running celeb talk show in India running since Aug, 2011. With the announcement, Rekhta Foundation forays into the TV production.
Guftugu, the only uninterrupted celebrity chat show on Indian Television was one of its kind interview program that hosted around 400 noted celebrities from the league of personalities such as Gulzar, Nasiruddin Shah, Anupam Kher, Paresh Rawal and Konkana Sen Sharma among others. Syed Mohd Irfan, the anchor of the show, set a new benchmark in the industry with his exclusive interviewing style where the questions revolved around the most humane aspects of the artists` lives that are otherwise shunned behind their glamorous appearances.
Speaking about the announcement, Sanjiv Sarraf, the founder of Rekhta Foundation said, “Rekhta strives to preserve all forms of expressions that have the potential to strengthen the core of our society. Guftugu, through its impactful conversations has inspired a generation of people in the course of 10 years. I am elated to share that very soon Irfan would continue his good efforts through our communication platforms.”
Unlike other celebrity talk shows that are scripted and where questions are pre-decided, Guftugu`s conversations were built at an unhurried pace which emerged as Irfan`s signature style. Many people including noted Bollywood celebrities have revered Guftugu as a film school in itself due to the simplicity and honesty of learning and inspiration imparted on the show. As Guftugu goes off air on Rajya Sabha TV, Rekhta Foundation has stepped forward to let the decade old show go on.
“Rekhta has cultivated a legacy of intellectual audience through its constant efforts in the field of art and culture over the years. Today, there is no better platform than this for programs such as Guftugu. Since the show went off air, many people have messaged me and expressed their love for Guftugu. Their support, and the fact that there is much left to do excites me to return on the show. “, said Irfan, commenting on the occasion.
The show would be run with the same vigour by Rekhta Foundation without any change in the quintessential nature of the program. Rekhta Foundation is yet to announce the date of launch of the show.
About Rekhta Foundation
A not-for-profit, social impact organization, Rekhta Foundation is devoted towards the preservation & promotion of languages and literature of the Indian subcontinent. The Rekhta ecosphere includes Content Repository: (Rekhta.org – Single largest language and literature repository in the world). Preservation: (Rekhta E-Books – Digitizing rare & old Hindustani literature); Education: (aamozish.com – A free e-learning platform for Urdu script); Publishing: (Rekhta Books – A platform to publish established, young and upcoming poets); Promotions: (Rekhta Events – Celebrating the language, literature, art & Culture through Jashn-e-Rekhta, Rang-e-Rekhta, Shaam-e-Rekhta and Raabta). Sufi Repository: (Sufinama.org – A website dedicated to Sufi-bhakti tradition).
The Foundation’s latest endeavour is Hindwi.org which aims to be a Rekhta.org equivalent for Hindi literature
Hyatt Centric MG Road Bangalore Has Achieved GBAC STAR™ Facility Accreditation
Hyatt Centric MG Road Bangalore has announced that it has achieved Global Biorisk Advisory Council® (GBAC) STAR™ accreditation, the gold standard for prepared facilities. Under the guidance of GBAC, a Division of ISSA, the worldwide cleaning industry association, Hyatt Centric MG Road Bangalore has implemented the most stringent protocols for cleaning, disinfection and infectious disease prevention in its facilities.
As the cleaning industry’s only outbreak prevention, response and recovery accreditation, GBAC STAR™ helps organizations establish protocols and procedures, offers expert-led training and assesses a facility’s readiness for biorisk situations. The program verifies that Hyatt Centric MG Road Bangalore implements best practices to prepare for, respond to and recover from outbreaks and pandemics.
“GBAC STAR accreditation empowers facility owners and managers to assure workers, customers and key stakeholders that they have proven systems in place to maintain clean and healthy environments,” said GBAC Executive Director Patricia Olinger. “By taking this important step to pursue GBAC STAR, Hyatt Centric MG Road Bangalore has received third-party validation that it follows strict protocols for biorisk situations, thereby demonstrating its preparedness and commitment to operating safely.”
To achieve GBAC STAR™ accreditation, Hyatt Centric MG Road Bangalore was required to demonstrate compliance with the program’s 20 core elements, which range from standard operating procedures and risk assessment strategies to personal protective equipment and emergency preparedness and response measures. Learn more about GBAC STAR accreditation at www.gbac.org.
New Epoch Prepares for Launch
Astronaut’s visionary work slated as forward-thinking publication company’s first book
Discover how one man’s incredible journey carries a profoundly important message for all of humanity in the upcoming autobiographical allegory, Floating in Darkness: A Journey of Evolution, by Ron Garan.
As an Air Force fighter pilot, veteran of the first Persian Gulf War, and NASA astronaut, Garan has seen and experienced things only a select few ever will. Garan has experienced life through an array of settings and circumstances – from the fury of war, to the serene world beneath the ocean’s surface, and the stunningly beautiful, yet perilous realm of Earth orbit.
Throughout his outward journey through all these experiences and events, Ron found himself on an equally amazing and challenging journey through inner space, as he reflected upon the human condition, how we treat one another, the planet we all share, and the very nature and meaning of our existence.
The conclusion he reached is simple, yet world-shaking in its implications: We must evolve to a new, more compassionate, and higher consciousness – rooted in the truth that we are, as a human race, truly one. And it is only together that can we ensure our peace and prosperity, and the wellbeing of the Earth and all life on it.
Floating in Darkness: A Journey of Evolution, set for publication in May, is the first book to be published under New Epoch Publishing, a joint venture between Ron Garan and Something Or Other Publishing (soopllc.com), the mission of New Epoch Publishing is to create and introduce content that will help nudge the trajectory of our world toward a positive and restorative future. New Epoch will feature works by some of today’s most forward-thinking authors.
On this project, New Epoch and SOOP are partnering with Dundurn Press, one of Canada’s largest and most-respected publishers of adult and children’s fiction and non-fiction. Dundurn will provide distribution in Canada, as well as to bookstores in the US.
New Epoch will also soon publish Garan’s Railroad to the Moon, his first children’s book, which encapsulates his message in a format which budding readers can understand and enjoy.
For more information, contact SOOP’s Director of Premium Programs, Christian Lee, (313) 506-9034, christian@soopllc.com
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Mr.Ravinder Singh Deswal received an award for appreciation for COVID-19
National Leader BJP Ravinder Singh Deswal has received an appreciation award for COVID-19 Corona Warriors from All India Anti Corruption Organisation and Indian Human Right Commission.
Mr Ravinder Singh Deswal said “It will be a proud movement for my team to receive an appreciation from renowned organisations. I will always ready to provide any kind of help needed for society“.
About Ravinder Singh Deswal
Started working in 2004 actively for Bhartiya Janta Party during assemble elections. He is always with the Bhartiya Janta Party (BJP). A great admirer and follower of Shri Atal Bihari Vajpayee Ji and Shri Narendra Bhai Modi ji. In Bhartiya Janta Yuva Morcha he has been played an important role in the membership drive of Bhartiya Janta Party. He has been appointed as vice President Haryana in 2016 and served and fulfilled the responsibilities given by the party
DotCom Magazine Interview of Kapil Rampal
Kapil Rampal is the Managing Director of Ivory Education Pvt. Ltd. Kapil is a thought leader, influencer, visionary, and successful entrepreneur. Kapil provides the leadership and energy that has inspired the creation of Ivory Education Pvt. Ltd.. Kapil Rampal joins other leading Bestselling Authors, International Speakers & CEO’s and Founders taking part in our Leader Roundtable Interview Series. The DotCom Magazine editorial team is delighted to have Kapil join us for our Leader Roundtable Interview.
Let’s start by telling us about your business.
Ivory Education is one of the market leaders in online education and corporate training. It works with leading institutes, universities and others for online education.
Q: Please tell us how you make sure your customers will become raving fans of your company?
We are extremely dedicated to our work and do everything to be there for our customers. Most of our customers keep coming to us again and again for more courses. We are their constant companion in their career.
Q: Please tell us the one thing that separates your business from the competition?
Our competition is from larger players like Coursera, Udemy, Unacademy and others that are well-funded and splurge a lot of money in sales. We invest more in customer engagement and excellent service.
Q: And to finish this section, Please tell us what is the one major key to your company’s success?
We love our customers. 🙂
Q: For our readers just starting to build a company, what advice can you give entrepreneurs just starting out with a new venture?
Starting a company is very easy and is becoming easier day-by-day. However, a business doesn’t run just on a big idea only but it runs on systems and processes. You need to be focused on achieving the bottomline and topline, while ensuring that your cashflow remains positive.
Q: For entrepreneurs seeking to build a business as successful as yours, what big piece of advice can you give them when times get a little challenging?
Challenging times are great for every entrepreneur. It brings out the best in them. There is no time for lethargy. You can relax and perish. To survive, you need to give in your best. If you survive this now then you will be sure to excel in your business in normal times.