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aha and GluedIn unveil ‘Minis’ – A new frontier in short-form content
Mumbai: aha, India’s No.1 local OTT platform, proudly introduces “aha Minis,” a dedicated section within its mobile app catering to short videos. Aligned with global trends emphasizing the surge in “short-form content consumption” by the youth, this strategic move aims to diversify aha’s content portfolio, solidifying its position as the ultimate entertainment local destination,
“aha Minis” debuts with an extensive collection of captivating video content, featuring highlights, memes, mashups, and behind-the-scenes (BTS) glimpses. Anticipating a significant surge in user engagement, aha Minis provides a seamless and immersive viewing experience, easily accessible through a dedicated Minis category on the home navigation bar of aha’s mobile app.
In a groundbreaking collaboration, aha has partnered with GluedIn, a Singapore-based SaaS company specializing in technology for short videos, social features, and user-generated content within existing apps. This partnership has yielded a comprehensive roadmap, reflecting aha’s commitment to offering a diverse array of short-form videos and showcasing its dedication to sustainable and engaging content.
Commenting on the launch, Product& Analytics VP Dilip Chandra said, “Our strategic objective is to capture the attention of a younger demographic audience, and in pursuit of this goal, we are excited to introduce ‘Minis’ – a dedicated section within the aha app designed exclusively for short-form content. Through our collaboration with GluedIn, we have empowered ourselves to provide a dynamic and personalized experience for our users. With the launch of Minis, we are confident that it will swiftly evolve into a central hub for entertainment within the aha app, redefining the way our users engage with our platform.
Adding to the excitement, GluedIn CEO Puneet Johar said, “Collaborating with aha on Minis has been an exhilarating journey. Our shared vision for revolutionizing short-form content experiences through advanced technology is now a reality. The partnership represents a significant step forward in providing users with a seamless and engaging platform, and we are thrilled to contribute to aha’s success in this endeavour.”
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Beware: Fake war lockdown notice mimicking official government order circulates on WhatsApp
The spoof document mimics an official government order but opens to reveal a jester and the words “April Fool”
MUMBAI: It looked official. It had the Ashoka Emblem. It had the formal layout of a government circular. And it was called “War Lockdown Notice.” Thousands of WhatsApp users across India forwarded it in a panic — only to open it and find a cartoon jester waving cheerfully above the words “April Fool.”
The document, which circulated rapidly on Tuesday, was designed to look like a genuine government order, carrying enough official-looking detail to alarm recipients and prompt frantic resharing. The punchline was the entire point. The danger, however, is real.
Maharashtra chief minister Devendra Fadnavis has cautioned citizens that sharing fake messages and rumours carries serious consequences. In severe cases, it could result in police action or imprisonment.
The warning is timely. Viral hoaxes dressed up as official government communications have a long and damaging history in India, stoking panic, spreading misinformation and, in some cases, triggering real-world consequences. A forged document bearing the national emblem, however briefly intended as a joke, is no laughing matter in the eyes of the law.
April Fool’s Day or not, WhatsApp forwards deserve a hard look before the finger hits share. The jester on that document was not the only fool in the room.
