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Percept Art presents Joy of Giving
‘If the free society cannot help the many that are poor, it can never save the few who are rich.’ In a way Toybank attempts to prove this belief of John.F.Kennedy.
Percept ART enforces this vision by bringing together a unique art show that voices this belief of Toybank. The exhibition comprises of various art works that reflect this ‘balanced and ideal world’. The art works may not be a literal narration but have been supported by significant art works like The Mother Teresa by MF Husain and also art works by artists Gopal Sharma, Devaki Singh, Avantika Mathur, Heeral Trivedi and many more artists that complement this belief in various ways. All these artwork are subtle narrations of joy.
The exhibition opens on 27th September, 2013 at 7pm at the Percept Art Gallery and will continue for two weeks.
Music completes the world of joy and we have specially designed musical evenings by Kenny Media. Ravi Iyer and Vasudha Sharma playing on 4th October, 7pm onwards and Luke Kenny and Suchitra Pillai playing on 11th October, 7pm onwards at the Percept Art Gallery. Toybank has organized a photography contest, results of which will be announced on 11th October. The top 3 winners will get an opportunity to meet Atul Kasbekar on the same day.
Also is a fun filled art workshop for children on 2nd October, 4pm to 6pm.
As said by Jesal Thacker, Curator of Percept Art, “Art in some ways is synonymous to joy. Charity shows are often just a mix of artists but we would like to make that different for TOYBANK, with a curatorial synchronization. Artists usually depict their reality of the world and amongst many such depictions the artist is reflecting a different reality – surreal, visionary, idealistic. The subject, the forms, the entire narrative transports the viewer into another world. It is these artworks/artists that we have invited, thus enforcing on the vision of Toybank. Percept art aims to raise a minimum of Rs. 10 Lakhs for Toybank. “
Elaborated Harindra Singh, Vice Chairman and Managing Director, Percept Limited,“We are proud to have been associated with an organization like Toybank and glad that such an initiative was taken by Percept Art for the future of the future of the nation”.
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CNN-News18 launches weekend show Health Matters to decode health trends
New show aims to cut through viral wellness fads with expert-backed advice
MUMBAI: In an age where viral reels often double up as lifestyle advice, CNN-News18 is launching a weekend show aimed at separating health facts from fashionable myths.
Titled News18 Health Matters, the half-hour programme will premiere on 14 March 2026 and position itself as a reliable guide through the maze of wellness trends, internet remedies and quick-fix health advice that increasingly shape everyday decisions.
India is in the midst of a major health transition. Lifestyle diseases are striking earlier, stress and sleep deprivation have become routine, and health choices are often influenced by trending content rather than medical evidence. The new show leans into this reality with a simple premise: trending does not always mean true.
Anchored by Hem Kaur Saroya and Himani Chandna, the programme will air every Saturday at 8:30 am and 5:30 pm and on Sundays at 10:30 am. Episodes will also be available on the channel’s YouTube platform.
Each instalment will tackle everyday health concerns that are increasingly entering mainstream conversations. Topics range from the rise of heart attacks among people under 40 and the growing reliance on protein supplements, to the rush toward weight-loss drugs and the widespread overuse of painkillers. The show will also examine issues such as screen addiction, chronic sleep loss, stress-related disorders and the rising prevalence of thyroid conditions, diabetes and hypertension.
Speaking about the launch, Rahul Shivshankar said the show aims to bring clarity to a space crowded with misinformation.
“With Health Matters, CNN-News18 aims to cut through the noise and empower viewers with clear, expert-led conversations grounded in science and medical evidence. At a time when viral trends increasingly influence lifestyle choices, it is important to distinguish between what is trending and what is truly beneficial for long-term health,” he said.
Echoing the sentiment, Smriti Mehra said the programme reflects the channel’s commitment to responsible and relevant programming.
“With growing public interest in wellness and preventive health, Health Matters strengthens CNN-News18’s focus on issues that affect everyday life. In an increasingly crowded information space, credible and verified health conversations have never been more important,” she said.
With Health Matters, CNN-News18 is betting that viewers want more than bite-sized advice and viral fixes. The show promises something rarer in the age of algorithm-driven wellness tips: calm, credible conversations that help people make better health choices.
