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Clear Premium Water continues its association with Tennis Premier League Season 6
Mumbai: Clear Premium Water again takes centre stage as the powered-by sponsor for the Tennis Premier League (TPL) Season 6, a celebration of talent, competition, and the spirit of tennis. The much-awaited main matches will unfold from 3 to 8 December 2024, at the iconic Cricket Club of India in Mumbai.
It marks the second collaboration between Clear Premium Water and TPL, reinforcing their shared vision of elevating tennis as a premier sport across India. The season’s journey began with a star-studded players’ auction on 25 September 2024, at Sahara Star, Mumbai. Celebrities, athletes, and sports enthusiasts converged to set the tone for an exhilarating competition.
Clear Premium Water founder & CEO Nayan Shah expressed, “Our continued association with the Tennis Premier League for Season 6 marks not just a partnership, but a celebration of resilience and ambition. At Clear Premium Water, we champion the pursuit of excellence, and tennis mirrors this spirit with its blend of discipline and dynamism. I firmly believe that together, we are driving the transformation of tennis into a premier sport of choice while significantly amplifying its reach and fostering a deeper appreciation for the game.”
The sixth season promises unforgettable tennis moments, featuring eight dynamic teams: Bengal Wizards, Bengaluru SG Pipers, Punjab Patriots, Hyderabad Strikers, Gujarat Panthers, Yash Mumbai Eagles, Shrachi Delhi Rarh Tigers, and Chennai Smashers. Legendary ambassadors such as Leander Paes, Sania Mirza, Sonali Bendre, Taapsee Pannu, Rakul Preet Singh, and Mahesh Bhupathi bring star power and inspiration to the league.
Tennis Premier League co-founder Mrunal Jain said, “We are thrilled to have Clear Premium Water as our powered-by sponsor for the third consecutive season. Their unwavering support has played a pivotal role in elevating the Tennis Premier League, and we’re excited to build on this successful collaboration. With Clear’s commitment to excellence and our shared vision for growing tennis in India, we’re confident that Season 6 will be the most exciting and impactful yet.”
This year’s lineup boasts an impressive roster of tennis stars, including Indian legends Rohan Bopanna and Sumit Nagal, alongside global talent like US Open Doubles Champion Max Purcell, Hugo Gaston from France, and Elina Avanesyan from Armenia. Their pursuit of the coveted championship title is set to deliver edge-of-the-seat action for tennis enthusiasts.
This December, the Tennis Premier League Season 6, powered by Clear Premium Water, promises to blend sportsmanship, entertainment, and community impact, making it a landmark event in India’s sporting calendar.
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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.
