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Nargis Dutt Foundation launches ‘Cancer is Curable’ campaign
MUMBAI: On World Cancer Day, Nargis Dutt Foundation hosted an event, launching a campaign to spread awareness and minimize the fear attached with ‘Cancer’. The event witnessed the presence of globally renowned oncologists like Dr. Shripad Banavali, Dr. Jyoti Bajpai, and Dr. Shylasree TS from Tata Memorial Hospital for a knowledge exchange laying emphasis on early diagnosis & timely treatment, at the Carter Road Amphitheatre, Bandra West.
The event saw some prominent personalities like young Ayan Hashmi and Bollywood celebrity Sonali Bendre coming together, to share their journey about courageously overcoming their battle with cancer. Shaimak Davar’s dance troupe VICTORY ARTS FOUNDATION along with Som Prem and Gracenotes’ musical performances created a scintillating experience for the guests.
Speaking at the event, the Trustee of the Nargis Dutt Foundation, Priya Dutt said, “We are tirelessly working to offer the best cancer care & diagnosis facilities to the less fortunate people. Our mission is to enrich their lives by imparting hope and courage to them and their families. I urge cancer patients and their families to stand strong.”
Nargis Dutt Foundation has been working passionately in the areas of Health and Education. From spreading cancer awareness and knowledge, to organizing free screening camps in rural regions of our country, NDF is financially and holistically supporting needy cancer patients with their treatment especially in Tata Memorial Hospital and also equipping rural hospitals with medical diagnostic equipments. Moreover, NDF has collaborated with Apollo Hospital, Tata Memorial, NM Medical & Asian Cancer Institute for excellence to offer cancer screening packages wherein the patients can register themselves to avail the service benefits. Besides this attractive insurance packages specific to cancer is available through LIC & HDFC Argo.
The vision and life of the founder Sunil Dutt and a strong visionary Late Smt. Nargis Dutt Ji and Nargis Dutt Foundation is to reach out to all those in need, irrespective of their caste, creed, and religion and work towards improving their quality life & enabling them with facilities to lead a comfortable life.
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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.
