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Kareena shines in kids’ haircare’s starry new role
MUMBAI: Talk about a hair-raising debut. Kareena Kapoor Khan is now the face of a kids’ care revolution. KT Kids, India’s first dedicated children’s haircare brand, has roped in the Hindi cinema icon as its brand ambassador, blending her glamour and credibility with the playful charm of Spongebob Squarepants. The collaboration promises to make haircare both safe and fun, turning daily routines into moments children look forward to.
From shampoos and serums to protein creams, KT Kids’ Spongebob line delivers clinically tested, premium-quality solutions designed specifically for little ones. With age-specific ranges for boys and girls, the brand is already winning parents’ trust while adding a splash of colour and joy to everyday grooming.
“As a mother, I know how important safe and effective products are for kids,” said Kareena, adding that KT Kids’ range balances science with fun.
KT Kids founder Dhruv Sayani calls it a “bold leap,” combining science, trust and star power to set new standards in children’s haircare.
Looks like the kids’ aisle just got its most stylish upgrade yet.
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UP govt, HGS unit to skill one lakh youth in digital push
MoU targets jobs, training and future ready talent across state
MUMBAI: Government of Uttar Pradesh has joined hands with OneOTT Intertainment Limited, the broadband arm of Hinduja Global Solutions, to train one lakh youth, signalling a fresh push towards jobs in the digital economy.
The memorandum of understanding, signed with the Employment Department Uttar Pradesh, aims to bridge the gap between skills and industry needs while opening up employment pathways for young people across the state.
The agreement was formalised by principal secretary, labour and employment, M. K. Shanmugha Sundaram and whole-time director, Hinduja Global Solutions and MD and CEO, OneOTT Intertainment Limited, Vynsley Fernandes, in the presence of labour minister Anil Rajbhar.
Under the partnership, OneOTT Intertainment Limited will roll out training programmes, workshops and knowledge-sharing platforms designed to equip youth with skills aligned to a rapidly digitising economy. The initiative will also include research inputs, technical guidance and policy-level support to ensure effective execution.
Principal secretary, labour and employment, M. K. Shanmugha Sundaram, said, “This collaboration will help align skill development programmes with actual industry needs and prepare the youth of Uttar Pradesh for emerging opportunities in the digital services sector.”
Hinduja Global Solutions whole-time director, and OneOTT Intertainment Limited MD and CEO Vynsley Fernandes said, “India’s progress is closely linked to strengthening the capabilities of its young workforce. At HGS, we see skills evolving alongside technology, and partnerships like this help build a stronger digital ecosystem.”
The state government will facilitate coordination across departments and institutions, ensuring the programmes reach the right audiences and deliver measurable outcomes.
As digital infrastructure expands and technology reshapes job markets, initiatives like this are positioning skill development not just as training, but as a gateway to opportunity for the next generation.
