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Bingo! calls out to all Cricket fans with its iconic cheer“Come on India Dikhado!”
MUMBAI: As the country is engaged in one of the biggest cricketing events of 2019, Bingo!,the snacks brand from ITC Ltd, announced release of “Come on India, Dikhado!” song, using the iconic cheer from the classic cricket anthem from the late 90’s. “Come on India!”cheer, which resonated with the sporting spirit of each Indian of that era, has been used in the latest anthem by Bingo! topack a punch of excitement among the modern day millennia. This song has gone on air on digital platforms from 14thJune,2019.
Link to the song: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4FelwZ3KJNQ
The song is composed by ShameerTandon and sung by Shaan while rapper BabuHaabi has rendered a contemporary feel to the song. Adil Shaikh, popular Bollywood director has directed the video,which captures the multitude of emotions and sentiments of the Indians who revere the game as a religion. The video also featuresviral star “Dabbu uncle” along with popular TVF web-series actors, Lleo, Badri, Jassi, Shivankit and ChoteMiyanArun which lendsa “Bingo!” touch to the video.
Commenting on the launch,Mr. Hemant Malik, Divisional Chief Executive, Foods Division,ITC Ltd. said,“At ITC, we look forward to be a part ofthe excitement and enthusiasm that Cricket enjoys in our country. With the Come on India Dikhadosong we aspired to create the nostalgia associated with the sport among every passionate cricket lover asthey cheer their team. We are positive that with the launch of this song Bingo! will create abuzzand an uproarkeeping up with thesporting excitement.”
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BLR Airport Launches ‘Connections’ Service to Ease Transit Travel
New initiative targets smoother transfers as Bengaluru hub traffic rises 30 per cent.
MUMBAI: Missed connections may be a traveller’s nightmare but Bengaluru is trying to make them a thing of the past. Kempegowda International Airport Bengaluru (BLR Airport) has rolled out ‘Connections by BLR’, a new transfer programme designed to take the friction out of connecting journeys. Built around three pillars ease, efficiency and experience,the initiative aims to simplify what is often the most stressful leg of air travel.
The move comes as transfer traffic at BLR Airport climbs sharply, up more than 30 per cent year-on-year. Transfers currently account for around 15 per cent of total passenger traffic and are projected to touch 20 per cent by 2026, signalling a clear shift in how the airport is positioning itself within airline networks.
At its core, the programme focuses on making navigation intuitive and downtime more comfortable. Dedicated transfer desks have been set up across terminals, supported by colour-coded wayfinding blue and yellow signage designed for quick recognition. Inter-terminal movement is being streamlined through complimentary shuttle services with predictable wait times, while designated transfer zones aim to reduce passenger confusion.
Beyond logistics, the airport is leaning into experience. Travellers in transit now have access to a wider choice of lounges, curated retail and food and beverage options, as well as sleeping pods for short stays. For longer layovers, transit hotels in both Terminal 1 and Terminal 2 offer boutique in-terminal accommodation, an increasingly sought-after feature as global travel patterns evolve.
The timing is strategic. BLR Airport now connects to 114 passenger destinations 80 domestic and 34 international with key routes spanning Delhi, Mumbai, Kolkata, Hyderabad and Pune domestically, and Singapore, London Heathrow, Dubai, Abu Dhabi and Kuala Lumpur internationally. Recent additions such as Hindon, Bidar and Silchar within India, alongside Dammam, Hanoi and Riyadh overseas, are further expanding its reach.
Infrastructure is also catching up with ambition. Developments including the West Cross Taxiway, Terminal 1 refurbishment and Terminal 2 expansion are laying the groundwork for higher capacity and smoother operations critical for any airport aiming to become a serious transfer hub.
Bangalore International Airport Limited chief operating officer Girish Nair framed the initiative as both a response to demand and a forward-looking play. He pointed to the growing depth of the airport’s network and the opportunity to build a more reliable transfer ecosystem that benefits both passengers and airline partners.
In an era where travel is as much about transitions as destinations, BLR Airport is betting that a seamless connection might just be the journey’s most important upgrade.
