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Tiger Electronics inks deal with Cartoon Network and Nickelodeon
MUMBAI: Continuing its leadership position in the tween electronics market, Hasbro Inc.’s Tiger Electronics has inked distribution deals with Cartoon Network and Nickelodeon to provide content for its new, portable Vugo Multimedia System.
This move is consistent with the Tiger Electronics strategy to replicate the latest technology trends for adults and deliver consumer electronics designed specifically for tweens featuring a library of the must-have content that they demand.
“Portable digital media players are all the rage right now and by partnering with Tiger Electronics Cartoon Network can offer its most popular shows to kids in a format that is perfect for them. The Vugo multi-media player allows us to put our content into the pockets of tweens everywhere. And, as a key content provider, Cartoon Network will provide a free Fosters Home for Imaginary Friends download that will be featured on the Vugo packaging,” said Cartoon Network Enterprises senior vice president John Friend.
“As the number-one entertainment brand for kids and the top rated television network for tweens, we’re excited to bring Nickelodeon’s leading properties to the launch of Vugo. In addition to reaching Nick fans on-air, on-line, and through new technologies including mobile telephone content, Vugo offers us a new path to serve tweens, wherever they may go,” said Nickelodeon & Viacom Consumer Products senior vice president entertainment products Stephen Youngwood.
Available this November, the portable Vugo Multimedia System gives tech-savvy tweens access to their favorite TV shows, music and photos all in one sleek and stylish multimedia system made just for them. Some of the hottest TV shows and premium programming will be available for purchase at www.VUGO.com. Kids can also put their own content onto the Vugo player.
“We are thrilled to have alliances with both Cartoon Network and Nickelodeon, as Tiger Electronics continues to deliver the kind of exciting, must-have entertainment that our tween audience loves,” said Hasbro’s US Toy Segment president Brian Goldner.
Cartoon Network content available for download includes: Fosters Home for Imaginary Friends, Dexter’s Laboratory, Courage the Cowardly Dog, Codename: Kids Next Door, Ed, Edd n Eddy and The Grim Adventures of Billy & Mandy.
Tween favorites from Nickelodeon available for download includes: SpongeBob SquarePants, Danny Phantom, Jimmy Neutron, Unfabulous, Rocket Power and Teenage Robot.
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Kamlesh Singh receives Haldi Ghati Award from MMCF
India Today Group editor honoured for three decades of journalism at Udaipur ceremony.
MUMBAI- Kamlesh Singh just turned a lifetime of sharp words into a shiny shield because when journalism wakes up a society, even the Maharana of Mewar wants to pin a medal on it.
The Maharana of Mewar Charitable Foundation (MMCF) conferred its prestigious Haldi Ghati Award on Kamlesh Singh, a senior editor at the India Today Group, during a ceremony in Udaipur on 15 March 2026. The national award, instituted in 1981-82, recognises “work of permanent value that initiates an awakening in society through the medium of journalism.”
Singh, who leads several editorial initiatives including Aaj Tak Radio, the Teen Taal community and The Lallantop, was presented the honour by Lakshyaraj Singh Mewar, Managing Trustee of MMCF. The citation highlighted his three decades of contributions to Indian media, innovations in digital journalism, mentoring young reporters, and his popular podcast persona “Tau” on Teen Taal, which fosters thoughtful public discourse.
The Haldi Ghati Award, named after the historic Battle of Haldighati symbolising valour and resilience, is one of four national awards given annually by MMCF. Past recipients include Tavleen Singh, Piyush Pandey and Raj Chengappa.
Other honourees this year included Padma Vibhushan Pt Hari Prasad Chaurasia, Vedamurti Devvrat Rekhe, Treeman of India Marimuthu Yoganathan, Vir Chakra Capt Rizwan Malik, and US-based researcher Molly Emma Aitken, who received the Colonel James Tod Award for contributions to understanding Mewar’s spirit and values.
In an era where headlines often shout louder than substance, the MMCF quietly reminded everyone that real journalism isn’t about noise, it’s about the quiet, persistent work that stirs society awake, one thoughtful story at a time.
