MUMBAI: Reliance Home Video & Games has released Blu-ray and home video of Stephen Daldry?s Extremely Loud & Incredibly Close.

Adapted from the acclaimed bestseller by Jonathan Safran Foer, the film is a story that unfolds from inside the young mind of Oskar Schell, an inventive eleven year-old New Yorker whose discovery of a key in his deceased father?s belongings sets him off on an urgent search across the city for the lock it will open.

A year after his father died in the World Trade Center on what Oskar calls ?The Worst Day?, he is determined to keep his vital connection to the man who playfully cajoled him into confronting his wildest fears.

Now, as Oskar crosses the five New York boroughs in quest of the missing lock - encountering an eclectic assortment of people who are each survivors in their own way - he begins to uncover unseen links to the father he misses, to the mother who seems so far away from him and to the whole noisy, dangerous, discombobulating world around him.

The film has been directed by three-time Academy Award nominee Stephen Daldry from a screenplay written by Academy Award winner Eric Roth and based on acclaimed best-selling novel from author Jonathan Safran Foer.
The film, produced by Scott Rudin, stars Tom Hanks and Sandra Bullock along with newcomer Thomas Horn in the role of Oskar.

The film was nominated for an Academy Award for best picture while Max von Sydow was nominated for his second Academy Award for his moving silent performance as The Renter. The film also stars Viola Davis, John Goodman, Jeffrey Wright and Zoe Caldwell.

Extremely Loud & Incredibly Close is available on Blu-ray (Rs.1,299), DVD (Rs.599) and VCD (Rs.299).

MUMBAI: International news channels BBC World and CNN International continue to grow in the country. CNN International reaches more viewers globally than any other international news channel, with findings from both the latest Pan-Asia Pacific Cross-Media survey (PAX) and Europe?s Media and Marketing Survey (EMS) reinforcing the network?s undisputed leadership position. The Pax survey reveals that no international English news channel reaches more Indian viewers on a monthly basis than CNN International. In India, CNN International is more of a daily habit than BBC World News among Business Decision Makers and Top Management.

The latest Pax findings for the first to the fourth quarter of 2011 show that CNN International continues to be a leader in the Asia Pacific region among international news and business channels across all metrics:

Meanwhile as far as one of its arch rivals BBC World News is concerned an Ipsos Pax survey showed that in India, it is the top international English news channel and the news destination of both the young and upwardly mobile mid-level corporate managers. BBC World News was also shown to be the most watched international news channel for mid-level income earners, women, tech enthusiasts and those under the age of 30. The channel is also the most watched news channel amongst key audiences such as potential car buyers, international travellers and consumer durable owners.

The latest Pax survey also demonstrated the power of BBC?s integrated reach across its TV and digital platforms. BBC combined platforms reach out to more young people, mid management execs, women, potential car buyers and international fliers as compared to key competitors.

BBC World News commercial director Colin Lawrence said, ?BBC World News and BBC.com are strongly demonstrating impact to Indian audiences?not only top management but also those with their careers on the rise. Our platforms deliver a targeted route to these discerning viewers and it?s more and more clear that our style of impartial international news and business coverage is increasingly relevant to viewers and advertisers across the country.?

The latest Pax findings also highlighted CNN International?s ability to reach business leaders and travelers in the Asia Pacific region.

- More business travelers watch CNN International in a single week than BBC World News in a month

- Leisure travelers also have a stronger connection with CNN International, with 49% more leisure travelers watching CNN International each week than the next placed news/business channel - CNN International enjoys a clear audience advantage among key business targets, such as Business Decision Makers and Top Management (57% and 42% reach advantage respectively) over the next placed news/business channel CNN International executive VP Tony Maddox said, ?What we are seeing is that there continues to be a strong appetite for global news, and that people throughout the world are turning to CNN for that news ? and in great numbers. People want a depth of analysis and a genuine breadth of coverage, and we provided that throughout 2011 wherever the big stories were breaking, and continue to do so in 2012. Add in our commitment to global business news and our excellent sports and cultural programming and there is a clear, compelling proposition for viewers.?

CNN in Asia Pacific VP, News ad sales William Hsu said, ?Once again, CNN?s ability to reach this highly-desirable, upscale target audience is unmatched. There is simply no better platform for advertisers across the Asia Pacific region, and the caliber of our clients is testament to our ongoing best-in-class performance here and around the world.?

In addition to CNN International?s on-air positioning, the PAX survey shows that CNN International?s leadership also extends to its digital platforms.

- Each month CNN.com/CNNMoney.com reaches 51 per cent more users online than BBC.com, and more than twice as many (+113 per cent) Top Management

- 95 per cent more business decision Makers visit CNN.com/CNNMoney.com than the next largest international media site - CNN International?s multi-platform reach in Asia Pacific is unrivalled among news/business brands, with the network?s weekly combined TV and digital audiences 54% greater than that of the next largest news/business provider

In Europe, CNN International achieved a record score in the latest EMS 2012 research, achieving the best ever score for any news network in monthly reach, with 36.9 per cent (18 million viewers). Overall, CNN International is also the number one multi-platform news provider in Europe, with 47 per cent monthly combined reach across TV, mobile, and online.

MUMBAI: With the intent of massifying 3G and making it accessible to one and all, Idea Cellular hsd announced upto 70 per cent price reduction on its 3G services. Idea prepaid & postpaid customers will now pay 3p/10 KB of data, a reduction of 70% from the earlier levels of 10p/10KB. To cater to different consumer segments, Idea has launched its new pricing in sachet packs, regular packs and unlimited packs.

The new tariff plan aims to make internet usage within the reach of rural, mid town customers at home and will help first time users to experience the benefits of 3G. Idea?s objective is to drive mobile internet usage for the mass market.

Idea?s new sachet pack of Rs 10 will now offer 30 minutes of high speed internet surfing. Surfing the net on your 3G handsets is a now even more convenient than visiting a cyber caf? with this innovative price pack. Idea has also unveiled ?HERO-25? a new sachet pack which will give 100 MB data with 3 days validity at just Rs 25/-. Consumers, especially youngsters, will find these very lucrative to try and experience 3G services.

Idea Cellular CMO Sashi Shankar said, ?We have been a pioneer in 3G since inception and with these new prices; Idea has brought 3G within the reach of the masses. I am confident that new prices will generate a lot of trial and will drive off take. Our new sachet packs of Rs 10 & HERO-25 are aimed at youngsters who will access high speed internet on-the-go without worrying about the expense? .

For regular home and SoHo internet users, Idea now offers 1GB of data download at just Rs 250. Home internet users will find it very economical as it offers 21.1 Mbps vis a vis 2 Mbps speed of their wire line broadband. For professionals and corporate, Idea has unlimited plan priced at Rs 950/-.

The price changes are applicable for mobile phones and data card users.

Mumbai: We would like to bring to the attention of the general public that there is only one official website relating to the ?Programme? ?Satyamev Jayate? currently being telecast by Star India Private Limited (?Star India?) on its channels including Star Plus.

The only ?Official Website? for the ?Satyamev Jayate? is accessible through the URL: www.satyamevjayate.in, and is currently hosted and maintained by Star India. Any other website claiming to be associated with ?Satyamev Jayate? is doing so without the authorization of either Star India or Aamir Khan Productions Private Limited (i.e. ?AKPPL? which has produced ?Satyamev Jayate?).

Neither Star India nor AKPPL has given permission to any entity or person to set up, host, or operate any website associated with ?Satyamev Jayate? or to use any of the trade marks, logos, or trade names associated with the Programme, or owned by Star India, AKPPL or any of the sponsors/partners of the Programme.

It has come to our attention that various ?Fake Websites? have been set up in relation to the Programme ?Satyamev Jayate?, which may even have an identical look and feel as the Official Website. For example, a Fake Website accessible through the URL http://satyamevjayateindia.org/ imitates the appearance of the Official Website of ?Satyamev Jayate?, as does one available at satyamev-jayate.in.

Fake Websites such as http://satyamevjayateindia.org/ and satyamev-jayate.in may have been set up with malafide intentions such as to obtain money from members of the general public under the false pretence of being associated with the Programme ?Satyamev Jayate?.

As such, we caution all members of the public (1) not to have any dealings with any Fake Website including http://satyamevjayateindia.org/and satyamev-jayate.in, (2) not to rely on any information available at any Fake Website including http://satyamevjayateindia.org/ andsatyamev-jayate.in, and (3) not to deal with any person associated with any Fake Website, and/or (4) not to deal with any person claiming to be associated (whether directly or indirectly) with Star India or AKPPL or the Programme ?Satyamev Jayate? through any Fake Website or otherwise. Any member of the public who has any such dealings shall engage in them entirely at their own risk, and neither Star India nor AKPPL shall be responsible or liable for the same in any manner.

As stated earlier, the only Official Website of the Programme ?Satyamev Jayate? is accessible through the URL: www.satyamevjayate.in - members of the public are cautioned only to deal with the Official Website and not with any other Fake Website.

Mumbai: DMAi, the premier forum for integrated direct marketing in India, announced the appointment of Co-Chairpersons for its first of its kind global convention in Mumbai in August. Mr. Ajay Chandwani along with Ms. Winnifred Knight will function as Co-Chairpersons of the DMAI Convention and work with DMAi to ensure that this maiden event is a grand success. Their role will entail selection of content and speakers, overseeing strategic goals of DMAi, networking with industry thought leaders, as well as promotion for the convention.

Commenting on the selection, Mr. Sanjiv Swarup, Founder Director of DMAi says, ?We are very proud to have both Ajay and Winnifred as Co-Chairpersons of the convention, and are certain that they will bring a plethora of acclaim and stewardship to this entire event. Both are very well respected in their industries and bring an ocean of expertise, knowledge and revolutionary thinking to their ideas and execution. We are certain that the convention will reach renewed heights with their guidance and leadership.?

The global convention by Direct Marketing Association: India (DMAi) will be the first ever conclave that will feature global learning in strategic marketing with special focus on direct marketing including traditional, interactive and futuristic channels; with a participation from over 100 global and Indian companies.

On being appointed as Co-Chairman of the Convention, Mr. Ajay Chandwani says, ?I am honored to be bestowed with this new role and look forward to working with Winnifred, to ensure that this Convention reaches the great heights it truly deserves. As Co-Chairpersons of the DMAi Convention, our role will be to bring to life the knowledge and experience of top notch Indian and global speakers, who have a huge standing in their markets. These thought leaders will share their valuable insights and experience of brands handled by them. Further, my personal involvement over many years in brands and interaction with leading marketers will enable me to get access to thought leaders in Marketing, Creative and Media and get them motivated to share their knowledge. Our key objective is to make Direct marketing the next big thing that everyone is talking about.?

?My familiarity with the Awards Process will help in working with the maiden DMAi Awards event which will require the support Direct Marketing specialists, Clients who use Direct Marketing, Ad Agencies and Media Companies. The biggest challenge will lie in garnering sponsor and delegate support for the Convention.?

Commenting on her selection as Co-Chairman of the Convention, Ms. Winnifred Knight says, ?As a knowledge junkie and passionate traveler, Incredible India has been on my bucket list for many years, and this opportunity to be in the midst of business and pleasure is a dream come true. Needless to say the DMAi Team has made it easy to like and respect them for their professionalism and warmth. I?m delighted to be part of the program and content planning in advising on relevant topics and tracks, suggestions for international speakers and other specialists, networking opportunities and more. Together with Ajay?s extensive experience we look forward to present an awesome knowledge-sharing and Insightful Convention.?

The Convention to be hosted by DMAi at the Renaissance Convention Center Powai in Mumbai from 1st to 4th August, will be a 2 day event spread over 4 key tracks and several sessions and will include keynote presentations from leading practitioners from India and abroad, panel discussions of eminent professionals, expo centers for actual business, award presentations in the direct marketing industry and an opportunity to network with the cr?me de la cr?me of marketing practitioners. There will also be 2 days of Masterclasses in specialist functional areas.

Mumbai: Disney Junior, the learning-focused block for kids aged 2-7 on Disney Channel is celebrating the birthday of Goofy, one of the most loved clumsy characters by kids and adults alike on May 25. Fans can join the celebrations on Disney Junior starting with special episodes of ?Mickey Mouse Clubhouse? starring Goofy between 8 - 9 am from May 22 up until May 25. Special short-form program, ?Have a Laugh? will showcase classic, fun-filled Goofy moments for his fans all through the day.

In addition, Disney Channel will premiere the hilarious Extremely Goofy Movie which is filled with the antics of one of Disney?s most beloved dads at 6 pm on May 25. Join Goofy and his son, Max, in a hip and hilarious movie that kicks up outrageous fun on the road to higher education. It?s all extreme sports and a life of freedom as Max sets off for college -- but Goofy misses Max so much he literally falls down on the job. The laughs come fast and furious as he shows up, leisure suit and all, to finish college alongside Max and his friends. When Goofy meets the librarian, they hit it off and spark a stuck-in-the-seventies disco inferno that steals the show. But as Goofy tries to get closer to Max, both must go to the extreme to learn how to live their own lives ... together! From inspired high-energy music to the antics of one of Disney?s most beloved dads, AN EXTREMELY GOOFY MOVIE proves that two Goofs are better than one!

Here?s wishing the loveable and clumsy Goofy ?A Very Happy Birthday?. Join the celebrations between May 22 up until May 25 only on Disney Channel to rediscover a character that is truly adorable?gawrsh!