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Umapathy Amirtham takes charge as general manager – operations at O by Tamara Coimbatore
Mumbai: O by Tamara, a distinguished name synonymous with outstanding hospitality, is delighted to announce the appointment of Umapathy Amirtham as the general manager – operations for the recently launched O by Tamara Coimbatore. Bringing an impressive 27 years of hospitality expertise, Amirtham adds significant value to this pivotal role within the Tamara Leisure Experiences brand.
With a distinguished career history, Amirtham has occupied key positions in prestigious hospitality establishments, including The Leela, Hyatt International, and ITC Brands. His most recent position was as Hotel Manager at The Leela Gandhinagar, where he spearheaded operations with a focus on enhancing guest experiences, refining feedback processes, and overseeing rooms, food, and beverage services. Notably, he played a crucial role in managing extensive convention and banquet facilities, particularly for upscale conferences and weddings.
A seasoned professional, Amirtham has consistently demonstrated his dedication to implementing and upholding brand standards across diverse departments. His instrumental contributions have led to outstanding guest experiences, showcasing a keen understanding of the distinctive needs of travellers.
Tamara Leisure Experiences CEO & director Shruti Shibulal expressed enthusiasm about the appointment, stating, “We are delighted to welcome Umapathy to our team. His wealth of experience and passion perfectly align with our commitment to delivering outstanding hospitality and service from heart to our guests. We anticipate achieving new milestones together.”
Beyond his professional endeavours, Amirtham harbours a passion for photography and travel to exotic destinations, reflecting his commitment to exploration and enriching guest experiences.
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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.
