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CFA Institute appoints Ketchum Sampark as its PR and social media agency
NEW DELHI: CFA Institute, a global association for investment professionals, has appointed Ketchum Sampark as its PR & social media agency in India following a closely contested pitch.
The PR mandate for CFA Institute will be managed by Ketchum Sampark Mumbai office.
Ketchum Sampark will manage both traditional PR and Social Media communication programs in India for CFA Institute.
The mission of CFA Institute is to lead the investment profession globally by promoting the highest standards of ethics, education, and professional excellence for the ultimate benefit of society. The organisation is committed to working with members and the global investment community to achieve their mission through Ethical Champion, Global Community, Industry Knowledge, Professional Excellence and The Greater Good.
Confirming the appointment, Terry Lee, Director of Marketing and Communications, Asia Pacific, of CFA Institute said, “Ketchum Sampark’s expertise in the financial services sector and its creative ideas for a holistic communication approach for CFA Institute in India were the key differentiators in awarding the mandate. In addition to the professional programs CFA Institute has been offering, we recently launch various initiatives including the Future of Finance project and the new certification program Claritias® Investment Certificate, we look forward to working closely with the team promoting the CFA brand in India.”
Ajay Sharma, Managing Partner, Ketchum Sampark, said, “It is our proud privilege to work with CFA Institute in India. CFA Institute is the largest global association of investment professionals with more than 100,000 members in more than 130 countries. Ketchum Sampark will provide strategic counsel and work on outreach plans for CFA Institute with various stakeholders.”
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HP launches Smart Champs learning game show with JioStar for students
Sanya Malhotra hosts quiz series blending fun, learning and prizes
NEW DELHI: HP India has teamed up with JioStar to launch HP Smart Champs, a new learning-based game show designed to make education engaging for school students across the country.
Hosted by Sanya Malhotra, the 10-episode series brings together students from Grades 5 to 9, who compete in teams through quiz and puzzle-based challenges that test knowledge, logic and teamwork. The show will begin streaming on JioHotstar from April 11 and will premiere on Nick on April 18, with weekend episodes airing at 7 PM.
Powered by HP Smart Tank printers, the format integrates print-based learning into the gameplay, using worksheets, clues and visual problem-solving tools to encourage hands-on participation. The idea is to move students beyond rote memorisation and towards more applied, curiosity-led learning.
The competition promises high stakes, with winners set to receive a cash prize of Rs 10 lakh, while runners-up will take home Rs 5 lakh. Additional rewards include HP AI laptops, Smart Tank printers and accessories, while the winning school will be awarded an HP Smart Tech Lab.
Speaking about the initiative, HP India managing director Ipsita Dasgupta said, “At HP, we believe nurturing India’s youth is key to the country’s progress, and technology plays a foundational role in enabling this. With HP Smart Champs, we wanted to create something beyond traditional learning, a fun-filled platform where curiosity, creativity and critical thinking take centre stage.”
On the show’s reach, JioStar head entertainment sales Mahesh Shetty said, “HP Smart Champs reflects how children today learn through exploration and experience. With Nick and JioHotstar, we are creating a multi-screen approach that is both engaging and meaningful.”
Highlighting the role of print, HP India senior director print Satish Kumar said, “The show brings print-based learning to life in an engaging format, helping students develop deeper understanding through hands-on experiences.”
The journey to the finale began with participation from over 1,000 schools across 26 cities, narrowing down to 34 finalists who will compete in a studio showdown in Mumbai.
With its blend of entertainment, education and technology, HP Smart Champs is positioning itself as more than just a quiz show. It is a nationwide push to make learning interactive, accessible and, above all, a lot more fun.
