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Air India and KidZania forge a multi-year partnership
Mumbai: KidZania India, an internationally acclaimed name in the realm of educational entertainment, and Air India, India’s leading global airline, have entered a multi-year partnership to power the aviation academy offerings at KidZania’s theme parks in Delhi NCR and Mumbai, marking one of the most noteworthy partnerships in KidZania’s history.
The collaboration between Air India and KidZania entails the development of the latter’s aviation academy, where Air India will create immersive experiences to familiarise children with various aspects of the fascinating world of aviation, thus inspiring them to explore potential career opportunities in the field.
As part of the partnership, members of Air India’s frequent flyer program Flying Returns are already able to earn 7 Flying Returns points for every Rs 100 spent on tickets.
KidZania India the chief marketing officer Rahul Dhamdhere said: “At KidZania, our core mission is to provide children with practical skills within an enjoyable and immersive setting. The partnership with Air India seamlessly fits into this mission, enabling children to explore the fascinating world of aviation while fostering their inquisitiveness and imagination. We are thrilled to partner with the flag bearer of the aviation industry, Air India, and firmly believe that this partnership will introduce fresh avenues for learning and entertainment for our young visitors.”
Air India’s head of marketing, e-commerce, and Loyalty Sunil Suresh said: “The Indian aviation industry is currently the third largest and the fastest-growing in the world that presents huge potential for growth. As an industry leader and a responsible organisation, we aim to create meaningful experiences for children and inspire the upcoming generations of aviation professionals in what is perhaps the most exciting decade for India. Our endeavour perfectly aligns with KidZania’s innovative approach to educational entertainment, which makes this partnership special.”
KidZania has been a leader in delivering immersive and educational entertainment for children and families. Through its distinctive combination of role-playing activities, real-life experiences, and educational opportunities, KidZania has garnered the affection and engagement of both young learners and their parents.
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Dish TV shareholders approve three independent directors
99.49 per cent vote of confidence strengthens board as company expands into connected TV, e-commerce and OTT.
MUMBAI: Dish TV has just been served a near-perfect vote of confidence and the shareholders have dished it out in style. Shareholders of the DTH operator have approved the appointment of three new Independent Directors with an overwhelming 99.49 per cent approval. The three appointees are Mr Arun Kumar Kapoor, Ms Heena Naishadh Bhatt and Mr Ashok Anant Paranjpe.
The strong mandate reflects continued investor faith in the company’s strategy, disciplined execution and long-term value creation. It comes as Dish TV focuses on stabilising its core DTH business while actively scaling new verticals connected TV platform VZY, B2B e-commerce ShopZop, and OTT service Watcho to build a more diversified and resilient growth trajectory.
Dish TV India Limited, CEO & executive director Manoj Dhobhal said, “We are encouraged by the shareholders’ approval of the appointment of the Independent Directors and sincerely thank them for their continued trust and confidence. The Board is already benefiting from the Directors’ collective experience, which will further sharpen strategic focus and support disciplined execution.”
With a fresh, strengthened board in place, Dish TV is well positioned to navigate the evolving media landscape. In a sector where every percentage point matters, a 99.49 per cent thumbs-up is the kind of ringing endorsement that suggests the company’s recipe for the future is already tasting right.
