According to reliable sources within the event management and hospitality industries, NOVEX NOC songs are now highly sought after for corporate entertainment parties and marriage celebrations, including sangeets, bachelor parties, and cocktail parties. NOVEX’s extensive library, featuring renowned music labels like Yash Raj Music, Zee Music, and TIPS Music, has become a favorite among DJs at Corporate and Social events. A significant trend observed lately is that event managers and wedding planners prioritize obtaining the necessary NOVEX NOC before utilizing these popular tracks. This development marks a significant milestone in advancing India’s Musical Copyright Act, demonstrating robust support for the Bollywood music industry. The Novex Musical Copyright License for marriages is a pressing topic, especially with Indian weddings becoming increasingly lavish. Recently, the Indian government released a public notice putting their July 24, 2023, notice into abeyance, which stated musical copyright licenses weren’t required for wedding events. However, Novex successfully appealed this decision before the Punjab and Haryana High Court, leading to the government’s revised public notice. Social events, including: * Wedding-bachelor parties * Sangeets * Cocktail parties * Mehendi ceremonies Require careful scrutiny by NOVEX’s Copyright License team. To play copyrighted music, hotels and event management companies must obtain permission or a license from NOVEX. Playing copyrighted songs or music without Novex NOC is prohibited. In an interview with renowned Event and Film trade analyst Rajeev Chaudhari, Pratik Gandhi ( Legal Advisor of NOVEX COMMUNICATIONS P. LTD )shed light on the significance of Novex NOC for corporate and social events. Gandhi emphasized, “It is imperative for event organizers to obtain a Novex NOC when utilizing Novex-licensed music at their events. Gandhi stressed that obtaining Novex NOC is crucial for compliance with India’s Musical Copyright Act, demonstrating support for the Bollywood music industry. The interview highlighted the importance of Novex NOC for: * Corporate events * Social events (weddings, sangeets, bachelor parties, etc.) Event organizers must secure Novex NOC to legally play copyrighted music. Rajeev Chaudhari’s insightful conversation with Pratik Gandhi provides valuable guidance for the events industry. NOVEX Copyright Licensed Songs In High Demand At Corporate & Wedding...
Fund Recs, the Ireland-based leader in reconciliation and data transformation for the global funds industry, has announced an upcoming strategic visit to India from November 18th-21st. With stops in Mumbai, Kolkata and Bengaluru, the initiative focuses on strengthening ties with existing clients—including a key partnership with Apex Fund Services—and building brand awareness among potential partners within India’s rapidly expanding funds and asset management sector. Fund Recs has established a robust presence in India, increasingly targeting the Funds & Asset Management sector. Its clients in India include a diverse portfolio of financial institutions, such as Fund Administrators, Transfer Agents, Fund Managers, Investment Managers, Auditors, Depositories, and Alternative Investment Funds (AIFs). The executive team, including Chief Operating Officer Ciaran Walshe, Senior Sales Director Vickesh Shah, Head of Product Operations Simon Gillis and Client Solutions Supervisor Eoghan Carron, will engage in a series of high-level meetings and on-site client visits across the 3 cities. This visit reflects Fund Recs’ commitment to solidifying its footprint in India, where it already collaborates with industry leaders across their client base. Ciaran Walshe, COO of Fund Recs said, “With India emerging as a pivotal market for global fund administration, we see immense value in bringing our innovative solutions closer to our clients here. This visit will enable us to deepen partnerships, enhance localized support, and showcase how our software can drive operational efficiencies for the Indian funds industry.” A key focus of the visit will be reinforcing Fund Recs’ partnership with Apex Fund Services through dedicated on-site engagements at Apex’s offices in Kolkata and Bengaluru. This partnership underscores Fund Recs’ commitment to empowering fund managers in India with streamlined data management and automation solutions that drive operational excellence. “We are thrilled to directly engage with the Indian market and foster awareness around Fund Recs’ solutions in data transformation and reconciliation. Our technology is designed to optimize and automate back-end processes, reducing reconciliation time by up to 90%. This visit is a testament to our commitment to supporting the growth and innovation of India’s financial services.” stated Vickesh Shah, Senior Sales Director. The visit is supported by Enterprise Ireland, the Irish government agency dedicated to growing Irish businesses globally. Amit Raje, SVP, India and South Asia, Enterprise Ireland commented, “Fund Recs’ advanced solutions align well with India’s needs for innovation in fund management, making this expansion both timely and impactful.” With Enterprise Ireland’s vast network and industry insights, Fund Recs aims to establish a robust client support...
लोकनेता हंसु कुमार पांडेय को मिल रहा है जनता का जबरदस्त समर्थन मीरा भायंदर। लोकनेता, व्यवसायी और समाजसेवक हंसु कुमार पांडेय बेहद साफ सुथरे व्यक्तित्व वाले हैं। उनकी इसी साफ छवि के कारण जनता का जबरदस्त समर्थन उन्हें मिल रहा है। व्यापारी संघ, मारवाड़ी समाज, सभी उत्तर भारतीय संगठन, कोली समाज, उद्योगपतियों, मराठी, जैन, अलग अलग वर्ग के समाज के लोगों और मीरा भायंदर की जनता, लगभग हर वर्ग और समाज के लोगों का भरपूर समर्थन लोकनेता हंसु कुमार पांडेय को मिला रहा है। विधानसभा चुनाव 20 नवंबर को होने वाला है और सभी नेता वर्ग अपनी चुनावी रैलियों में व्यस्त हैं लेकिन नेता हंसु कुमार पांडेय की रैलियों की बात ही अलग नज़र आ रही है। जबरदस्त भीड़ के साथ लोगों का उत्साहपूर्ण समर्थन मिल रहा है। लोगों में बेहद उत्साह है इस बार एक ईमानदार और जमीन से जुड़ा व्यक्ति उनका आमदार (विधायक) बनेगा और वो व्यक्ति है हंसु कुमार पांडेय। सभी वर्ग, समाज और संप्रदाय के लोगों के साथ महिलाओं का भी विशेष समर्थन लोकनेता हंसु कुमार पांडेय को मिला रहा है। लगभग 15 वर्षों तक वे नगरसेवक के पद पर रहे और अपने क्षेत्र का पूरा विकास किया। उनके सफल कार्यों को देख जनता ने उन्हें विधानसभा का उम्मीदवार बनने का सलाह दिया ताकि जनता को योग्य विधायक मिल सके। मीरा भायंदर की जनता, समाजसेवक हंसु कुमार पांडेय को चुनाव जीतते हुए देखना चाहती है। इस बार हो रहे 145 विधानसभा क्षेत्र का चुनाव में लोकनेता हंसु कुमार पांडेय उम्मीदवार के रूप में खड़े हैं। इस बार वह स्वतंत्र रूप से विधानसभा चुनाव लड़ रहे हैं और उनका चुनाव चिन्ह बैटरी टॉर्च है। लोकनेता और समाजसेवक हंसु कुमार पांडेय ने कहा है कि वह मीरा भायंदर की जनता की उम्मीदों पर खरा उतरेंगे। उनका कहना है कि हम वादे नहीं इरादे लेकर आएंगे। मिलेगा आपका साथ तभी होगा मीरा भायंदर की जनता का विकास। लोकनेता हंसु कुमार ने मीरा भयंदर की जनता से अपील की है कि 20 नवंबर को होने वाले 145 विधानसभा चुनाव में बैटरी टॉर्च को वोट दें। लोकनेता हंसु कुमार पांडेय को मिल रहा है जनता का जबरदस्त...
In a landmark move to shape India’s media and entertainment landscape, Shri Jayant Chaudhary, Hon’ble Minister of State (Independent Charge), for Ministry of Skill Development and Entrepreneurship and Minister of State, Ministry of Education, along with Shri Atul Kumar Tiwari, Secretary, MSDE, held a pivotal meeting with the Governing Council of the Media and Entertainment Skills Council (MESC). This influential gathering brought together industry leaders, including Mohit Soni, CEO of MESC; Pooja Arora, COO of MESC; Amit Behl, renowned actor and Secretary of MESC; Dr. (Hon) Anusha Srinivasan Iyer, writer-director, veteran journalist, brand custodian and Founder — Naarad PR & Image Strategists and Make Earth Green Again MEGA Foundation; Padma Shri and Oscar-winner Dr. Resul Pookutty; Saameer Mody, founder of Pocket Films; Rajesh Turakhia, founder of Frameboxx 2.0; and Sushma Gaikwad, co-founder of Ice Global and Wizcraft MIME—all uniting under the progressive theme “Skill India to Build India” with a shared vision to position India as a global powerhouse for skilled media talent. Hon’ble Minister Jayant Chaudhary emphasized the council’s renewed mandate to address the growing demands and complexities of this vibrant sector, noting, “The Media and Entertainment Skill Council’s (MESC) Governing Council has been strengthened to recognize the vast opportunities and the increasing scale of skill development needed, not only within India but also on an international scale. As the Indian media industry expands and diversifies, this inclusive council, comprising some of the sector’s most influential figures, is committed to aligning its skill development initiatives with the demands of a rapidly evolving industry.” He underscored the importance of a collaborative approach with the Ministry of Skill Development and Entrepreneurship, the National Skill Development Corporation (NSDC), and industry partners, stressing that the Skill Council must collectively ensure that new entrants to the field are fully prepared to meet the challenges posed by a technologically advanced and highly competitive global market. Hon’ble Minister also highlighted the global opportunities within the media, broadcasting, and AVGC (Animation, Visual Effects, Gaming, and Comics) sectors, noting that with the rising global demand for skilled professionals, India has an unparalleled opportunity to establish itself as a major talent hub. He further acknowledged the government’s commitment to this vision through the AVGC policy, which aims to build capacity, foster an environment that encourages creative innovation, and significantly enhance the employability of India’s youth, propelling the country towards global recognition in this field. Shri Atul Kumar Tiwari, Secretary, MSDE, affirmed, “Our commitment at the Ministry is to...
Rajamouli joined a distinguished keynote panel among tech titans at Lumikai Insignia, India’s premier interactive media and gaming summit. Rajamouli shared, “Belief finds believers”, on fusion of Indian cultural authenticity with state-of-the-art technology in interactive storytelling. From early successes in ‘Eega’ to global successes ‘RRR’ and ‘Baahubali’, Rajamouli mapped his evolution as a filmmaker. Academy Award Winner SS Rajamouli was part of a keynote session at Lumikai Insignia, India’s premier interactive media and gaming summit. The acclaimed filmmaker shared the stage with global tech leaders including Cevat Yerli, Raja Koduri, and Abdullah Alorainy of Saudi Arabia’s Public Investment Fund (PIF).Reflecting on his journey from Magadheera to Baahubali and RRR, Rajamouli described his relentless pursuit of high-quality storytelling leveraging technology and talent to deliver on his creative vision. “Belief finds believers,” he remarked, “With faith that it can be done, we find people who help us achieve it”. With films like Magadheera and Eega, he pioneered using high-quality VFX and graphics to propel storytelling in a first-of-kind approach for Indian filmmaking. The success of Baahubali, followed by RRR have set quality standards and brought a new brand of larger-than-life Indian cinema to global markets garnering critical and commercial acclaim. Rajamouli mentioned how he keeps cultural authenticity and quality as focal points in his storytelling, knowing they are key to connecting Indian and global audiences. He noted, “When we created Baahubali or RRR, every bit was made for Indian viewers with an Indian psyche embedded within. And once audiences taste quality, they demand it. With access to incredible content on their mobile devices, they are expecting even better. Quality in entertainment is non-negotiable.” Additionally, the keynote panellists’ discussion centred on the significant opportunities within India’s interactive media and entertainment sector, particularly given the country’s young, digitally native demographic. The panel emphasized how this growing market presents unprecedented possibilities for innovation in interactive entertainment. The panel also spoke on the evolving role of AI, noting that AI tools’ development and sophistication is imminent. Commenting on the evolving audience palate for immersive entertainment, Salone Sehgal, Founding General Partner, Lumikai, said, “With a young, increasingly affluent audience and a consumer base exposed to global best, the need for entertainment that is high quality and culturally resonant has never been higher. Visionaries like SS Rajamouli have paved the way for fusing storytelling with technology successfully taking Indian films global. It was our privilege to learn from him at Lumikai Insignia. His unique insights fuelled founders...