Santy’s message focused heavily on the need to prioritise Indian artists and creators. He stated that an artist being talented does not necessarily mean they are a good person, while also arguing that Indians should understand the importance of supporting their own entertainment industry. According to his message, audiences can appreciate international talent, but opportunities for Indian singers, rappers, musicians, actors and emerging creators should not be overlooked. His comments have triggered conversations on social media, with users expressing different opinions about his stance.

The rapper’s latest statement also comes at a time when the relationship between Indian and Pakistani artists remains a sensitive subject. Atif Aslam has a substantial fan base in India and has previously worked extensively in the Indian music industry. Santy, however, appears to believe that the current circumstances should encourage Indian audiences and industry professionals to give greater attention to homegrown talent. His post essentially puts forward the argument that appreciation of music can continue, while professional opportunities in India should primarily benefit Indian artists.

Santy Sharma’s Previous Controversies

Santy Sharma has previously remained in the spotlight for his outspoken statements and social-media activities. He attracted controversy over his remarks and content related to the Cockroach Janata Party (CJP), which generated significant discussion online. He later announced a press conference in Mumbai to address the controversy and present his position. Santy has also been vocal about the Hindi-Marathi language debate, after sharing content related to an incident at Mumbai’s Lokmanya Tilak Terminus. More recently, his public campaign calling for reservation reforms under the banner “Arakshan Hatao – August Kranti” also generated attention and criticism on social media. His latest comments about Atif Aslam have therefore become another episode in the rapper’s growing list of outspoken public statements.

  Interested in pursuing a career in the limelight world, His disciplined bearing, quiet self-assurance, and athletic ramp walk stood out throughout the evening, while his humility and warmth off-stage won him admiration from fellow contestants as well. It was this rare combination of strength and sincerity that made his performance one of the true highlights of the evening.

Son of Mr. Anirudh Pandey, who works with the Postal Department, and Late Mrs. Anju Pandey, Krish is a student at Central Hindu School. He impressed the distinguished judges  Imran Khan, Stefy Patel,  Haris Naik and Deeptesh Das with his confident personality, sharp communication skills, and commanding stage presence.

Expressing his happiness, Krish thanked Rampguru Sambita Bose for believing in young talent and providing a platform where teenagers can grow beyond their dreams. He said becoming a finalist is a memorable milestone and that he eagerly awaits the nine-day grooming programme and the grand finale.

Before the finale, every finalist will undergo a rigorous nine-day residential training programme at a luxury venue, under the mentorship of Rampguru Sambita Bose and leading experts from the modelling and fashion industry. The programme focuses on personality development, communication, confidence building, etiquette, and professional grooming.

 Rampguru Sambita Bose said that sincere hard work never goes unpaid and unrecognised. The right platform offers the right opportunity, and Alee Club is one of the most trusted platforms that has shaped the careers of hundreds of contestants in the last 28 years.

Hosted in a luxurious five-star environment, the finale promises unmatched glamour, with flawless makeup and hairstyling delivered in collaboration with Lakme India by Aptech, renowned for its expertise in professional beauty and styling. The evening will also see the presence of celebrated names from the world of Bollywood and fashion, adding an extra sparkle to the occasion. The stirring journey of all finalists, including Krish Pandey, will also be featured in a reality web series on The Silver Screen YouTube Channel.

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Ayush, son of Mr. Pardeep Kumar, who works in the M.C.D. Department, and Mrs. Rimmi, studies at Guru Har Krishna Public School. He captivated the judges with his elegant runway walk, confident body language, articulate communication, and vibrant personality. His natural charm and composed performance reflected the confidence that Alee Club seeks in every finalist.

Sharing his excitement, Ayush thanked Show Director Sambita Bose for offering teenagers a platform that celebrates intelligence, confidence, and personality. He said the journey has transformed his outlook and that he is thrilled to participate in the prestigious nine-day grooming session before the grand finale. Mr. Pardeep Kumar expressed pride in Ayush’s achievement, saying the Alee Club journey has augmented his confidence, communication, and stage presence. He thanked Alee Club for providing such a valuable platform for teenagers.

The residential nine-day training programme at a lavish and world-class five-star venue will prepare every finalist through sessions on personality enhancement, communication, etiquette, stage presence, fitness, media interaction, and confidence-building under the guidance of Rampguru Sambita Bose and industry professionals.

The grand finale will feature glamorous production, expert makeup and hairstyling by Lakmé India by Aptech, and the presence of distinguished personalities from Bollywood, fashion, and the entertainment industry. Viewers can also witness the finalists' inspiring journey on The Silver Screen YouTube Channel.

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Johnson, son of Mr. Hira Bahadur Jirel and Mrs. Muna Sundash, is a class 12^th student at Laureate Public School. His mother is engaged in business, while his father has been a strong source of encouragement throughout his journey. Throughout the competition, Johnson demonstrated confidence, intelligence, poise, and a strong stage presence. His expressive personality, communication skills, and composed demeanor impressed the esteemed panel of judges, making him one of the standout performers of the event.

Sharing his happiness, Johnson expressed heartfelt gratitude to the organizers of Alee Club, saying that the platform has encouraged him to dream bigger, develop his confidence, and believe in his abilities. He is eagerly looking forward to the upcoming residential training programme, where he hopes to refine his personality and learn from industry experts before the grand finale.

As part of the finalists' journey, Johnson will benefit from the expertise of Lumiere by Sambita Bose, Model Prepares, and Lakmé India by Aptech, whose involvement adds professional value to the grooming and preparation process. The collaboration brings together expertise in personality development, modelling and grooming, as well as professional makeup and hairstyling, helping the young finalists prepare confidently for the grand finale.

Every finalist will now participate in Alee Club's signature nine-day grooming programme, covering personality development, public speaking, confidence enhancement, stage presentation, etiquette, fitness, and media interaction under expert guidance. The association with Lumiere by Sambita Bose and Model Prepares will further support the contestants in refining their presentation and overall personality, while Lakmé India by Aptech, as the official makeup and hair styling partner, will contribute to their professional look and stage readiness.

The grand finale will unfold amidst the luxury of a five-star venue, enhanced by professional makeup and hairstyling, and the presence of renowned celebrities from the entertainment and fashion world along with several distinguished guests. The finalists' inspiring journey will also be featured across Alee Club's official media platforms.

Johnson's family and school have expressed immense pride in his achievement, calling it a proud moment not only for him but also for Konnagar and West Bengal. As he prepares for the next stage of the competition, well-wishers have poured in messages of encouragement and support for the young achiever.

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• www.aleeclub.net.
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• the Silver Screen YouTube channel.

Daughter of Mr. Bhupender Singh, a businessman, and Mrs. Chanchal Kumari, a businesswoman, Saijal is a student of Lord's Convent Public School. Throughout the competition, she delivered a memorable performance, showcasing a graceful runway walk, confident demeanor, articulate communication skills, and impressive stage presence. Her appearances reflected elegance, determination, and the qualities of a promising young role model.

Speaking after her selection, Saijal expressed her gratitude to Rampguru Sambita Bose for creating a platform where young talents receive professional guidance, encouragement, and opportunities to grow. She shared her excitement about being selected as a finalist and looks forward to the upcoming grooming sessions and grand finale.

As part of the journey, all finalists will undergo an intensive nine-day residential training programme in Delhi, where experts from the fashion and entertainment industry will mentor them in personality development, communication, confidence, etiquette, fitness, and stage presentation under the leadership of Rampguru Sambita Bose.

The grand finale promises an unforgettable celebration featuring a luxurious five-star ambience and world-class makeup and hairstyling by Lakmé Academy powered by Aptech. The event will also bring together Bollywood stars, renowned fashion personalities, entertainment industry icons, and distinguished guests, adding glamour and prestige to the occasion.

The complete journey of the finalists will also be showcased on The Silver Screen YouTube Channel, allowing audiences to follow their transformation, training, and exciting journey toward the grand finale.

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• www.aleeclub.net.
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• the Silver Screen YouTube channel.

Conscious Mind Solutions is the exclusive partner of the Vienna Test System in India, bringing this advanced psychological assessment technology to professionals, institutions, and organizations across the country.

The Vienna Test System supports a wide range of applications, including cognitive assessment, attention and concentration testing, reaction time measurement, memory and perception evaluation, motor skills assessment, occupational assessment, educational evaluation, sports psychology, rehabilitation, and research.

One of the organization's key areas of expertise is psychological and psychometric assessment.

Conscious Mind Solutions provides access to advanced assessment solutions, including the Vienna Test System (VTS), an internationally recognized computer-based psychological assessment system used for objective measurement of cognitive, motor and psychological abilities.

The organization also works extensively in the field of biofeedback and neurofeedback, helping professionals understand and utilize physiological and neurophysiological data as part of structured training and performance-oriented interventions. Its portfolio includes technologies and solutions for biofeedback, neurofeedback, heart rate variability, skin conductance and other physiological parameters.

In addition to technology-based solutions, Conscious Mind Solutions provides counselling and psychological support services, along with sports psychology and performance solutions designed to help individuals and athletes develop greater self-awareness, emotional regulation, focus and performance consistency.

The organization has also been actively involved in professional training and knowledge development, conducting workshops, training programmes and educational initiatives related to biofeedback, neurofeedback, psychological assessment and performance enhancement. These initiatives are aimed at strengthening the practical knowledge and capabilities of professionals working in psychology, healthcare, education and sports.

Conscious Mind Solutions is also an authorized partner of Pearson in the SAARC region, supporting access to internationally recognized psychological assessment solutions and resources.

As mental health, psychological wellbeing and human performance receive increasing attention across India, the organization aims to contribute to the development of a more scientifically informed and technology-enabled approach to psychological assessment and performance enhancement.

Through its combination of psychological expertise, assessment technologies, professional training and counselling services, Conscious Mind Solutions continues to work toward making evidence-based psychological and performance solutions more accessible to professionals and institutions across the country.

About Conscious Mind Solutions

Conscious Mind Solutions Pvt. Ltd. is an India-based organization working across psychological assessment, counselling, psychometric testing, sports psychology, biofeedback, neurofeedback and mental performance solutions. The organization collaborates with professionals and institutions to provide psychological technologies, assessments, training and related services.

Website: consciousmind.co.in

NEW DELHI, JUNE 25, 2026 - Avorix Realty, one of India's fastest-growing residential real estate platforms, today announced the official launch of the Avorix Realty mobile application on both the Apple App Store and Google Play Store. The app is available to download entirely free of charge and brings the full power of the Avorix Realty platform to the fingertips of millions of aspiring homebuyers, property sellers, and real estate investors across the country.

With this launch, Avorix Realty takes a decisive step toward making property search and transactions simpler, smarter, and more accessible for every Indian, whether they are looking for their first home in Greater Noida, listing a 3 BHK in Bangalore, or scouting for investment opportunities in Pune.

One App. Every Property Need. Zero Cost.

The Avorix Realty app is built around three core actions that define the modern property journey: browse, buy, and list.

Users can now search thousands of verified residential and commercial listings across India's top property markets including Delhi NCR, Noida, Greater Noida, Gurgaon, Pune, Bangalore, Mumbai, Hyderabad, and beyond. Advanced filters allow buyers to narrow their search by location, budget, configuration (1 BHK, 2 BHK, 3 BHK, and above), possession status, and amenities, saving hours of research time.

For property owners and sellers, the app offers a seamless listing experience. Anyone can post a residential or commercial property in minutes directly from their mobile phone, with no agent intermediary required and no listing fee charged at any stage.

The app also integrates Avorix Realty's suite of free financial tools, including an EMI calculator, a home loan eligibility checker, a stamp duty calculator covering all 28 states, a rental yield calculator, and a rent versus buy comparison tool, giving users a complete financial picture alongside every property they explore.

Built for the Indian Buyer. Designed for the Indian Market.

India sees over 3.2 crore property searches on Google every month. Yet for most buyers, translating that search into a confident purchase decision remains a complex, often frustrating process clouded by unverified listings, opaque pricing, and an overreliance on brokers.

The Avorix Realty app addresses these pain points head on. Every listing on the platform is reviewed for accuracy, and the app surfaces locality intelligence, price trend data, RERA registration details, and builder track records alongside each property, giving users the context they need to make informed, independent decisions.

The platform also covers the policy and regulatory landscape that shapes Indian real estate, including RERA updates, RBI repo rate decisions, PMAY scheme eligibility, and capital gains tax rules for property sales. This editorial depth, now available natively within the app, positions Avorix Realty not just as a listings portal but as a trusted advisor in the homebuying journey.

Download the App Today

The Avorix Realty app is live now and available as a free download on both major platforms:

Google Play Store (Android): https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.avorixrealty.app

Apple App Store (iOS): Search "Avorix Realty" on the App Store or scan the QR code available at www.avorixrealty.com

There are no subscription fees, no hidden charges, and no premium tiers. Every feature is available to every user, free of charge, from day one.

What You Can Do on the Avorix Realty App

For Buyers and Renters Browse thousands of verified property listings across residential and commercial categories. Use smart filters to shortlist homes that match your exact budget, preferred locality, and lifestyle requirements. Access EMI calculators, home loan eligibility tools, and stamp duty calculators instantly. Contact sellers and builders directly through the app.

For Sellers and Landlords List your property in minutes with photos, floor plans, and pricing details. Reach a large, intent-driven audience of genuine buyers and tenants. Manage your listings and track enquiries from a simple, intuitive dashboard.

For Investors Track price trends and rental yields across key micro-markets. Access locality reports and RERA data. Use the rent versus buy comparison tool to evaluate investment decisions with clarity.

About Avorix Realty

Avorix Realty is a technology-driven Property Intelligence Platform that empowers homebuyers with detailed property insights, legal and RERA information, builder intelligence, location analysis, investment indicators, and financial planning tools. Through innovative initiatives like #PropertyKaDNA, Avorix Realty is redefining how Indians discover, evaluate, and invest in real estate.

For more information, visit www.avorixrealty.com

Until something happens. The lawyers for a potential client say they can only work with you under the name of a registered company. Your investor insists on having stock options, not a partnership interest. A disagreement with a vendor forces you to realize that your personal bank account is one lawsuit away from being in jeopardy. All of a sudden, what used to be your advantage has become an impediment—or worse. This is where company registration can provide the legal structure, credibility, and separation needed to support business growth and investment.

It’s all about timing. Get too eager to incorporate too soon, and you’re spending money on audit fees, board meetings, ROC filings, when your business still runs off two people. But wait too long, and you may find yourself signing agreements as an individual, putting your personal property at risk of business liabilities, or losing a business opportunity.

What Does "Converting to a Private Limited Company" Mean?

Converting to a Private Limited Company means restructuring an existing proprietorship, partnership firm, or LLP into a company registered under the Companies Act, 2013, giving the business a separate legal identity, limited liability for its owners, and the ability to issue shares.

Importantly, the legal mechanics differ by starting structure:

●       Proprietorship - Pvt Ltd: Indian law offers no direct statutory route to convert a proprietorship into a private limited company, the proprietor incorporates a new private limited company and then transfers the running business into it under a business transfer agreement, usually structured as a slump sale.

●       Partnership Firm - Pvt Ltd: Governed by Section 366 of the Companies Act, 2013. Assets vest in the new company by operation of law.

●       LLP - Pvt Ltd: Governed by Section 366 of the Companies Act, 2013, read with the Companies (Authorised to Register) Rules, 2014.

Did You Know? According to MCA data, there was a 37% increase in LLP-to Private Limited Company Registration conversions between 2023 and 2025, and in 2024-25 alone, over 8,500 LLPs converted, led by the technology, manufacturing, and professional services sectors.

Why the Structure You Start With Isn't the One You Should Keep

A proprietorship or partnership is built for speed and simplicity, not for scale. As the business grows, three structural limitations start to bite:

●       Unlimited personal liability, if the business fails to pay a vendor, a landlord, or the tax department, creditors can go after the proprietor's or partners' personal bank accounts, property, vehicles, and investments.

●       No equity fundraising, an LLP cannot issue equity shares, which restricts external fundraising, while a Private Limited Company can issue equity shares, preference shares, convertible instruments, and ESOPs, making it the preferred structure for venture capital, angel investors, and private equity firms.

●       Limited credibility with large counterparties, a sizable majority of corporate buyers, including public sector tenders, procurement portals, and enterprise programs, require the counterparty to be a company or an LLP.

When Should You Convert? The Key Signals

1. You're Raising or About to Raise External Funding

Investors, angel, VC, or private equity, almost always want equity, not a partnership share or LLP interest. A Private Limited Company is the only structure among the three that lets you issue CCPS, CCDs, and ESOPs cleanly.

2. Your Turnover Has Crossed a Meaningful Threshold

Three signals typically indicate the time has arrived: turnover has crossed the GST registration threshold and keeps climbing, outside funding is being discussed, and customers now insist on a company as the contracting party. Conversely, a sole consultant or small business that is below the GST limit and has no employees, loans, or business customers should generally not convert, since audits and annual returns will not deliver commercial benefit at that stage.

3. You're Signing Contracts With Corporates, Enterprises, or Government Bodies

If your clients' procurement or legal teams are asking "who's the contracting entity," and a proprietorship or partnership answer is creating friction, that's a direct commercial signal to convert.

4. Your Personal Liability Exposure Has Grown

Once you're taking on business loans, signing leases, hiring employees, or carrying inventory and vendor credit, your personal assets are increasingly exposed. The transition typically becomes necessary once the business is being funded, has hired multiple employees, has won client contracts, and has financial commitments that put the owner's personal assets at risk.

5. Your Compliance Cost Is Now Worth the Trade-Off

Yes, a Private Limited Company brings mandatory audits, board meetings, and ROC filings. But once turnover and risk exposure cross a certain point, that cost is outweighed by tax efficiency, funding access, and legal protection, see the comparison below.

Private Limited Company vs Your Current Structure: Side-by-Side

Tax Impact of Converting: What the Numbers Actually Show

This is where founders often assume "lower tax rate" automatically means "convert now." It's more nuanced than that.

Corporate tax comparison (FY 2025-26):

●       Domestic companies pay 30% (or 25% if turnover is under ₹400 crore) under the normal regime, but can opt for a flat 22% under Section 115BAA, an effective rate of 25.17% after 10% surcharge and 4% cess, with no exemptions or deductions and no MAT applicability.

●       The Finance Minister has confirmed Section 115BAA will continue beyond 31 March 2026, removing earlier sunset concerns and making it a permanent option for new and existing companies.

●       If your business earns more than ₹15 lakh annually, a Private Limited Company under Section 115BAA generally pays less tax on profit (25.17%) than a partnership firm or LLP (31.2%).

double taxation on distribution:

At certain profit levels, a partnership or LLP can come out ahead once you factor in that profit distributed to partners is often tax-free, whereas a company's after-tax profit paid out as dividends is taxed again in the hands of shareholders at their applicable slab rate. This means the "right" answer depends on whether profits are being retained and reinvested (where the company's lower rate helps) or regularly withdrawn by owners (where the partnership/LLP route can be more tax-efficient).

A conversion-specific tax benefit: A private limited company converted from a partnership firm is entitled to carry forward the firm's unabsorbed business losses and depreciation to the new entity, subject to conditions under normal income tax provisions, a meaningful benefit for firms that have invested heavily in early years. Because assets vest in the company by operation of law under Section 366, rather than through a separate sale deed, no stamp duty is payable on the transfer of assets at conversion, a direct cost saving compared to selling the business to a newly incorporated company.

How to Convert: The Process

Converting a Partnership Firm or LLP into a Private Limited Company

1. Obtain partner/member consent for conversion, typically by resolution
2. Check name availability and reserve a name via the MCA portal (RUN or SPICe+ Part A)
3. File incorporation documents under Section 366 along with the Companies (Authorised to Register) Rules, 2014
4. Publish statutory notice in newspapers and obtain no-objection from creditors, where required
5. File the conversion application with the Registrar of Companies (ROC) along with the firm's/LLP's financial statements and consent
6. Receive the Certificate of Incorporation, after which the company obtains a new PAN, TAN, and CIN
7. Transfer licenses, contracts, and registrations (GST, bank accounts, IP, employee contracts) to the new company
8. Update statutory registers, issue share certificates, and formally close out the old entity's filings

Converting a Proprietorship into a Private Limited Company

Since there's no direct statutory conversion route, the proprietor must:

1. Incorporate a new Private Limited Company through the standard SPICe+ process
2. Execute a Business Transfer Agreement (BTA), usually structured as a slump sale, transferring assets, liabilities, employees, and contracts to the new company
3. Novate existing contracts and licenses in the company's name
4. Re-register with GST, EPFO/ESIC, and other regulators under the new entity
5. Close or convert the proprietorship's registrations once the transfer is complete

Common Mistakes Founders Make While Timing the Conversion

●       Converting too early, taking on audit, board meeting, and ROC compliance costs before there's a commercial reason to

●       Waiting until after signing a large contract or loan personally, when converting earlier would have shifted the liability to the company

●       Assuming the lower company tax rate always means lower personal tax, ignoring the impact of dividend taxation on withdrawn profits

●       Not accounting for stamp duty and capital gains implications in an improperly structured conversion (especially LLP to Pvt Ltd, where poor structuring can trigger capital gains tax)

●       Failing to novate contracts, licenses, and GST registration promptly after conversion, creating a compliance gap between entities

Case Study: A three-partner consulting firm generating steady revenue delayed converting to a Private Limited Company for two years after their first institutional client asked for a "corporate counterparty." They lost that contract to a competitor already incorporated. By the time they converted, under Section 366, they had to redo client onboarding, renegotiate a signed lease, and re-register for GST, all of which could have been avoided by converting before, not after, the client conversation.

Conclusion

There's no single turnover figure or funding round that universally signals "convert now." The decision comes down to a combination of factors, how exposed your personal assets are, whether investors or large clients are asking for a corporate counterparty, and whether your current tax and compliance trade-off still makes sense at your scale. Converting early adds cost without benefit; converting late risks personal liability, lost deals, and a rushed, more expensive transition. The right move is to track the signals, funding conversations, contract requirements, turnover growth, and liability exposure, and convert on your terms, not under pressure.

Consult Zolvit's legal experts to assess whether, and when, converting to a Private Limited Company is right for your business.

Why Choose Zolvit

●       Expert lawyers and Company Secretaries who assess your specific conversion route, proprietorship, partnership, or LLP

●       CA support for tax modelling, so you know the actual take-home impact of converting, not just the headline tax rate

●       Fast processing of Section 366 conversions and business transfer documentation

●       Affordable, transparent pricing with no hidden fees

●       End-to-end conversion management, from incorporation to license novation to post-conversion compliance

●       Dedicated support to help you avoid the common timing mistakes founders make

Thinking about converting your business structure?

 Talk to a Zolvit expert for a free assessment of your conversion timing and route.

FAQs

1. Can a sole proprietorship be directly converted into a Private Limited Company?

NO. Indian law has no direct statutory conversion route for proprietorships. The proprietor must incorporate a new Private Limited Company and transfer the business into it through a business transfer agreement, typically structured as a slump sale.

2. Should a small consultant with no employees convert to a Private Limited Company?

NO, generally not. If turnover is below the GST threshold and there are no employees, loans, or corporate clients, the added audit and compliance burden of a company will likely not deliver a proportionate commercial benefit.

3. Is stamp duty payable when converting a partnership firm or LLP to a Private Limited Company?

 NO. Because assets vest in the company by operation of law under Section 366 of the Companies Act, 2013, rather than through a separate sale deed, no stamp duty applies on the transfer of assets during conversion.

4. Can a Private Limited Company carry forward the losses of the partnership firm it converted from?

YES. Subject to conditions under the Income Tax Act, unabsorbed business losses and depreciation of the original partnership firm can be carried forward to the converted company, following normal set-off and carry-forward rules.

5. Does converting to a Private Limited Company always reduce tax liability?

 NOT always. While the effective 25.17% company tax rate under Section 115BAA is lower than the roughly 31.2% rate for partnerships and LLPs, dividends paid out to shareholders are taxed again at their slab rate, so businesses that regularly withdraw profits may not see a net tax benefit.

6. Can existing LLP partners become directors and shareholders after conversion to a Private Limited Company?

YES. Existing LLP partners typically become both shareholders and directors of the new Private Limited Company after conversion, and the process can be structured to be tax-neutral if the applicable Income Tax Act conditions are satisfied.

7. Is a mandatory statutory audit required immediately after converting to a Private Limited Company?

 YES. Once converted, the company must appoint a statutory auditor and undergo an annual audit regardless of turnover or profitability, unlike a proprietorship or smaller LLP, which may be exempt below certain thresholds.

Vinay Kumar Nevatia still remembers when a professional headshot meant a studio, a half-day, and a fee to match. As an AI photographer and visual storyteller, he now makes studio-quality portraits without a physical shoot, and he says AI photography is quietly changing what a good portrait costs and how fast people can get one. A profile photo is not a small thing, either: by LinkedIn’s own numbers, a good one can earn many times more profile views and connection requests. For many people it has turned a once-a-decade expense into something they can refresh whenever a role or a look changes. Here is how he sees the shift, and where the human eye still matters.

Quick answer: AI photography creates studio-quality headshots and portraits by learning from a person’s real photos, then generating polished images in new outfits, settings, and lighting. It saves professionals a studio afternoon and suits LinkedIn headshots, founder and team portraits, and small-brand product shots, though weddings and live events still need a camera. The tool is fast; the human eye still decides whether an image looks like you.

What does AI photography actually do?

It extends the camera rather than replacing it. Nevatia explains that AI headshot tools learn from a set of a person’s real photos, then generate polished images in different settings, outfits, and lighting. For a working professional who needs a sharp LinkedIn headshot but cannot spare a studio afternoon, that is a real saving in both time and money. The camera still matters; the model simply handles the repetitive part faster.

Where does the human eye still win?

In judgement. The technology is powerful, but Nevatia is clear that choosing the right expression, catching when a result looks subtly off, and matching the mood to the person are still creative decisions. He treats generative AI as a very capable assistant, not the photographer. The visual storytelling, he says, is the part a model cannot do for you. A trained eye also knows when to stop, which is often the harder skill when the software will happily keep polishing.

How do you get a natural-looking AI portrait?

Start with good inputs. The most common mistake is expecting magic from poor source photos. Nevatia asks clients for clear, varied images in good light, because the output can only be as good as what it learns from. He also keeps the retouching believable, resisting the urge to smooth a face into plastic. A portrait should still look like a real person on their best day, not a rendered one. When a result drifts too far, he regenerates it rather than shipping an image that only half resembles the client.

How do you keep AI portraits honest and trustworthy?

By being open about what is AI-assisted. As these images spread, Nevatia believes photographers owe their clients that honesty. For a headshot or a brand portrait, transparency is what protects trust. He avoids anything that would misrepresent a person, keeping the work on the side of flattering rather than fabricating, and never pushing a likeness beyond what someone would recognise as themselves.

Who is AI photography best for?

Not every job, but more than you might think. Weddings and live events still need a camera in the room. For professionals refreshing a profile, founders who need consistent team portraits, and small brands on a budget, Nevatia sees AI photography as a practical option that did not exist a few years ago.

Product sellers benefit too, since AI product photography can turn a handful of sample shots into a full catalogue of clean, consistent images. Anyone curious about the approach can see the range of work by Vinay Kumar Nevatia.

How much does an AI headshot cost compared with a studio shoot?

Usually a fraction, and far faster. A traditional studio sitting can mean a half-day and a fee to match, while an AI headshot package is typically a set of source photos in and a gallery of finished images out, often within a day. Nevatia is candid that the saving is real but not infinite: good results still need his time in prompting, selection, and finishing. What you are really paying for is the eye that picks the keeper from a hundred near-misses.

What are the limits of AI photography today?

It still struggles with the awkward specifics. Nevatia points out that fine detail like intricate jewellery, precise brand logos, hands, and busy group shots can confuse the model, and heavily patterned clothing sometimes renders oddly. Reflective surfaces and genuine action are hard too. For those, a real camera shoot is still the safer choice, which is why he treats AI as one tool in the kit rather than a replacement for the whole craft.

Frequently asked questions

How many source photos do I need for good AI headshots?

Usually ten to twenty clear, recent photos from different angles and in good light. Variety matters more than volume; a spread of expressions and backgrounds gives the AI headshot model far more to learn from than twenty near-identical selfies.

Will an AI portrait still look like me, or too perfect?

That is a choice, not a limitation. Nevatia keeps retouching light so the result reads as you on a good day, not a stranger. If a portrait looks plastic, it has usually been over-smoothed, which is a setting to dial back rather than an unavoidable AI look.

Can AI photography keep a consistent look across a whole team?

Yes, and it is one of its real strengths. Because the process is repeatable, a founder can give a dozen colleagues consistent team portraits in the same style, lighting, and background, which is hard to arrange when everyone books a studio separately.

Can I use an AI headshot on LinkedIn or an official ID?

For LinkedIn and most work profiles, yes, as long as it honestly reflects how you look. Official documents such as passports and government IDs usually require an unedited photo taken to strict rules, so an AI portrait is not appropriate there.

Does an AI headshot work for a whole product catalogue?

For simple, consistent products, often yes. AI product photography can place the same item on clean, matching backgrounds across a range, which helps a small brand look coherent without a studio. Complex or highly reflective products still photograph better with a camera.

His closing thought balances the hype. AI photography has made good portraits faster and cheaper, but the eye behind the tool still decides whether an image feels like you.

Certificate ID: CBA/SRS/2026/018

The recognition celebrates a literary project that goes beyond being a conventional poetry collection. The Voices of Ryanites: Celebrating the UAE brings together the creativity, imagination, emotions, and perspectives of young students from Ryan International School, Masdar City, Abu Dhabi, creating a meaningful poetic celebration of the United Arab Emirates.

At its heart, the anthology is a celebration of young writers and their voices. It provides students with an opportunity to express their thoughts, explore their creativity, develop confidence, and share their perspectives through poetry. This combination of literature, education, cultural appreciation, and student expression makes the anthology particularly deserving of the Sahitya Ratna Samman Award 2026.

The Voices of Ryanites: Celebrating the UAE

The Voices of Ryanites: Celebrating the UAE is a multicultural student poetry anthology featuring the creative contributions of talented students of Ryan International School, Masdar City, Abu Dhabi.

Through their poems, young writers reflect upon the culture, values, heritage, identity, and vision of the UAE. Each contribution carries the individual thoughts and imagination of a young poet, while the complete anthology creates a larger picture of how students experience and appreciate the country around them.

The book demonstrates that poetry is not simply about learning literary techniques. It is also about observing the world, expressing emotions, celebrating one's surroundings, sharing ideas, and finding one's own voice.

For the students whose poems appear in the anthology, seeing their words become part of a published collection is an achievement to be proud of. Their contributions represent creativity, effort, courage, and a willingness to express themselves.

Giving Young Writers a Platform

One of the most significant strengths of The Voices of Ryanites: Celebrating the UAE is that young students are at the centre of the literary project.

Every poem represents a young person's perspective. Together, the poems create a diverse collection of ideas and emotions shaped by students from different nationalities and cultural backgrounds.

For young readers, particularly students in middle school, the anthology offers an inspiring message: their voices matter.

Writing gives students an opportunity to communicate thoughts that may sometimes be difficult to express in everyday conversation. Poetry allows them to experiment with language, imagination, emotions, rhythm, and ideas.

The anthology therefore becomes more than a book. It becomes a record of student creativity, confidence, imagination, and literary growth.

Celebrating the UAE Through Poetry

The UAE is at the heart of this collection. Rather than presenting the country only through facts and historical information, the anthology allows students to express what the UAE means to them through poetry.

The poems celebrate the country's culture, heritage, values, unity, progress, and vision. The multicultural nature of the collection makes this especially meaningful, as students from diverse backgrounds come together through literature to celebrate the country they share.

The anthology demonstrates how poetry can become a bridge between cultures. Each student brings an individual perspective, yet all the voices come together in one collection.

Dr. S. Vishnupriya: An Educator Encouraging Young Voices

Dr. S. Vishnupriya is a passionate educator specialising in English Language and Literature. She is committed to fostering academic excellence and creative expression among young learners and currently teaches English at Ryan International School, Masdar City, Abu Dhabi.

Guided by a firm belief in student centred success, she works to pave paths to victory for her students both inside and outside the classroom.

Her dedication to cultivating the next generation of thinkers and writers culminated in her role as the compiler of The Voices of Ryanites: Celebrating the UAE. By bringing together young voices from diverse nationalities and cultural backgrounds, she helped create a poetic tribute to the UAE, its rich heritage, and its visionary leadership.

Her contribution is significant because compiling a student anthology involves more than collecting poems. It requires recognising young talent, encouraging participation, creating opportunities for expression, and helping students understand that their writing deserves to be read and appreciated.

A Proud Literary Achievement for Ryan International School

The anthology is also a significant achievement for Ryan International School, Masdar City, Abu Dhabi, which is committed to providing quality education that nurtures creativity, leadership, values, and academic excellence.

By encouraging students to participate in a published poetry anthology, the school has created an opportunity for young learners to explore literature beyond the traditional classroom environment.

The project reflects the importance of providing students with opportunities to discover and develop their talents in academics, arts, sports, and literary activities.

The school's educational vision is part of the wider mission of the Ryan International Group of Institutions, under the leadership of Chairman Dr. A. F. Pinto, Managing Director Dr. Grace Pinto, and CEO Mr. Ryan Pinto, who continue to promote holistic and value based education.

Under the guidance of Principal Ms. Pradnya Chachad, the school continues to foster a joyful and inspiring learning environment where students are encouraged to dream, explore their talents, and pursue excellence.

Why the Anthology Was Selected

The Voices of Ryanites: Celebrating the UAE was selected for the Sahitya Ratna Samman Award 2026 in the Excellence in Poetry category because of its distinctive combination of literary creativity, student participation, cultural appreciation, and educational value.

The anthology creates a genuine platform for young poets, giving students the opportunity to become published contributors.

It celebrates multiculturalism, bringing together young voices from diverse backgrounds.

It connects poetry with cultural appreciation, allowing students to express their admiration for the UAE and its heritage.

Most importantly, it promotes confidence, creativity, and self expression among young learners.

The recognition therefore honours not only the work of Dr. S. Vishnupriya as the compiler but also the creativity and efforts of the students whose poems make the anthology meaningful.

A Moment of Pride for the Young Poets

For the student contributors, this recognition represents a special literary milestone.

A poem can preserve a thought, a feeling, a memory, or a dream. When those words become part of a published anthology, they become a lasting record of a young person's creative journey.

The recognition of The Voices of Ryanites: Celebrating the UAE sends an encouraging message to students everywhere that they do not have to wait until adulthood to become writers. Young voices can create meaningful literature when they are given encouragement and an opportunity to be heard.

The anthology is therefore something that students, teachers, parents, and the entire school community can take pride in.

About Cherry Book Awards

Cherry Book Awards is a global literary recognition platform dedicated to celebrating authors, poets, educators, writers, and creative personalities whose work contributes meaningfully to literature and society.

Through recognitions such as the Sahitya Ratna Samman Award, Cherry Book Awards celebrates literary excellence across diverse categories while encouraging emerging voices and recognising meaningful contributions to the world of books and writing.

The Sahitya Ratna Samman Award 2026 continues this mission by recognising distinctive literary contributions and bringing deserving voices to wider attention.

Celebrating Young Voices Through Literature

The recognition of Dr. S. Vishnupriya with the Sahitya Ratna Samman Award 2026 for Excellence in Poetry is ultimately a celebration of teachers who inspire, students who write, schools that encourage creativity, and communities that believe in the power of education and literature.

The Voices of Ryanites: Celebrating the UAE stands as a beautiful example of what can happen when young minds are given the opportunity to express themselves.

Through its pages, students have shared their thoughts, dreams, emotions, and appreciation for the UAE. Through the dedication of Dr. S. Vishnupriya and the support of Ryan International School, Masdar City, those individual voices have come together to create one collective literary expression.

The Sahitya Ratna Samman Award 2026 recognises Dr. S. Vishnupriya for bringing this meaningful anthology to life while celebrating the young poets whose creativity gives the book its true heart.

It is a book of young voices, a celebration of the UAE, and a reminder that every great writer begins with the courage to put their thoughts into words.

At a young age, Ayaan has built a growing presence across social media, fashion, luxury lifestyle, entertainment, and entrepreneurship. His personal brand focuses on ambition, success, lifestyle, and creating content that connects with a growing audience.

Ayaan is also a co-owner of JustMerchantThings, a fragrance and lifestyle brand. Through the brand, he has been involved in building its identity, marketing, content, and digital presence.

In addition, Ayaan is a co-owner of JMT Digital Media, a UAE-based digital media and social-media marketing company. The company works across social media marketing, digital advertising, influencer and celebrity management, personal branding, content creation, and online growth.

Known for his luxury-focused image, fashion, high-end lifestyle content, and entrepreneurial mindset, Ayaan is working to establish himself as more than a social media creator. His ambition is to build a recognizable name across entertainment, business, and digital media.

Ayaan's stated net worth is approximately $1.4 million, associated with his personal brand and business ventures.

With his presence on Instagram and YouTube under @i.ayaanmerchant, Ayaan continues to build his audience and expand his involvement in business, media, and entertainment, with the long-term goal of becoming one of the most recognizable young personalities in the digital space.

With a growing collection of Eau de Parfum fragrances, Merchant offers scents designed for both men and women, with its range spanning different fragrance personalities and occasions. The brand’s collection includes Ayaan, Deep Sea, Leather Blend, Oud, Pink Ambre, Royale and Arabian Rose.

The philosophy behind Merchant is simple: fragrance should not merely smell good — it should become part of the way a person presents themselves.

At the centre of the brand's journey is Ameer Merchant, the founder behind Just Merchant Things. His vision is focused on creating a fragrance brand that combines the visual appeal of luxury with products that can be enjoyed by a wider audience.

Rather than treating perfume simply as another beauty product, Just Merchant Things is built around the idea that fragrance can influence confidence, presence and personal expression. Under Ameer Merchant's direction, the brand has developed a distinctive identity around the phrase “Smell Luxury,” reflecting its ambition to make the experience of luxury fragrance more approachable.

Merchant's fragrance portfolio reflects different moods and personalities. From the rich and distinctive character of Merchant Oud to the sophisticated profile of Leather Blend, the collection is designed to give customers different ways to express themselves through scent.

The brand also features fragrances such as Pink Ambre, combining citrus and fruity elements with woody notes, while Arabian Rose brings together floral and warm notes including saffron, jasmine, amber wood, rose and cedar.

The identity of Just Merchant Things extends beyond the bottle. Its branding, packaging and presentation are designed to communicate sophistication, while its collection gives customers the freedom to find a scent that matches their own personality.

As the fragrance market continues to evolve, Just Merchant Things is positioning itself as a modern fragrance brand with ambitions to create its own space within the luxury fragrance landscape.

With Ameer Merchant leading the vision, Just Merchant Things represents an emerging chapter in the world of fragrance — one centred around identity, individuality and accessible luxury.

Because luxury is not always about how much something costs.

Sometimes, luxury is simply the way you make people feel.

Just Merchant Things — Smell Luxury.

By bringing design, decor, entertainment, guest management, and production together, the company creates seamless, cinematic wedding experiences without the usual chaos.

Their approach has earned them The Couple’s Choice Award three years in a row, in 2023, 2024, and 2025.

With a growing presence across Rajasthan, Maharashtra, and Madhya Pradesh, M Square Productions is creating weddings that feel less like events and more like Bollywood stories.

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Yash was the only contestant from Pune selected for the semi-finals and went on to win the MHT Men’s Color & Cut 2026 category with his creative haircut, modern colour transformation and exceptional technical skills.

A three-time national-level winner in 2023, 2024 and 2025, Yash has now added an international title to his achievements. The competition was judged by leading industry experts including Aalim Hakim, Sam James, Vipul Chudasama, Melroy Dickson and Binaifer Pardiwalla.

Founded by Yash in 2017, Flying Scissor Unisex Salon & Academy has trained hundreds of aspiring hairstylists and continues to promote professional excellence in India’s hair and beauty industry.

“This achievement belongs to everyone who believed in me. I will continue to take Indian hairstyling to greater heights on the global stage,” said Yash Lohor.

The prestigious honour was presented on behalf of the All India Global Seishinkai Shito-Ryu Karate Do Federation by Hanshi Premjit Sen, President of the Federation, and Tournament Chairman Mr. Umashankar Ghosh Dastidar, during a special ceremony at the championship.

The Honorary Black Belt was conferred in recognition of Samik Bhattacharya’s encouragement of sports, youth development and martial arts. In the Seishinkai tradition, a Black Belt signifies far more than technical proficiency—it represents discipline, dignity, character, responsibility, perseverance and service.

The presentation became one of the defining moments of the three-day championship, which brought together thousands of karate athletes, coaches, referees, officials and supporters at Netaji Indoor Stadium.

Bhattacharya expressed his appreciation for the scale of the championship and the enthusiasm of the young karatekas.

“I am truly overwhelmed to witness such a magnificent karate championship in Kolkata. Seeing thousands of young karatekas performing with such discipline, dedication and passion is an unforgettable experience. This championship reflects the tremendous potential of martial arts in shaping our youth.”

He also praised Hanshi Premjit Sen for his contribution to the development of karate.

“I wholeheartedly appreciate the relentless efforts of Hanshi Premjit Sen, whose vision, dedication and tireless work have elevated karate in West Bengal and India to remarkable heights. His contribution is inspiring a new generation of champions.”

Minister Dr. Indranil Khan Joins Hanshi Premjit Sen on the Tatami

Another memorable moment came when Dr. Indranil Khan, Hon’ble Minister, Government of West Bengal, stepped onto the tatami and enthusiastically performed karate techniques alongside Hanshi Premjit Sen.

His participation drew loud applause from the athletes and spectators and reflected the growing support for martial arts and youth sports in the state.

“It is a matter of immense pride to witness such a grand international sporting event in West Bengal. The scale of participation, the exceptional organisation and the enthusiasm of thousands of young karatekas clearly demonstrate the growing strength of karate in our state,” Dr. Khan said.

He also praised Hanshi Premjit Sen’s contribution to the sport.

“Hanshi Premjit Sen’s unwavering devotion, selfless service and relentless commitment towards the development of karate deserve the highest appreciation. His leadership has created a world-class platform for young athletes and has significantly enhanced Bengal’s reputation on the international sporting map.”

International Participation and New Benchmarks

Organised by the Karate Do Association of Bengal under the leadership of Hanshi Premjit Sen, the 10th Indian Challenger’s Cup featured participation from India and international delegations from Nepal, Sri Lanka, Malaysia, Indonesia, the United Arab Emirates and South Africa.

The championship featured 23 international-standard tatami, more than 350 qualified referees and judges, an elevated competition arena, live entertainment and ₹5 lakh in cash awards.

The organisers said the championship brought together more than 6,000 participants, including athletes, coaches, referees, judges, officials and supporters, making it one of the largest international karate events organised in India.

Tournament Chairman Umashankar Ghosh Dastidar Credits Hanshi Pr…

For Shoumyadeep Ghosh, the most significant shift in his entrepreneurial journey was never about money or title. It was about how he learned to think. In the early days, his question was simple: how can I make this work? With experience, it evolved into how can I make this work consistently, and eventually, how can I build a system that continues running even when I am not personally involved in every decision. That progression, he says, marks the real transformation — from solving problems one at a time to building systems, culture and customer experience that prevent problems from recurring.

What people often miss about his journey, he explains, is everything that happens behind the visible milestones — the showroom, the designation, the achievements. What they don't see are the years of uncertainty, operational pressure and continuous learning that produced those outcomes. Entrepreneurship looks glamorous from the outside; from the inside, it is mostly responsibility, patience and decision-making. The public sees the result. The entrepreneur lives the process — and that is where the real learning happens.

On risk, uncertainty and emotional discipline

Ghosh doesn't chase risk for excitement. Before any significant decision, he weighs the upside against the downside, tests his assumptions, and asks what the organisation can control and absorb if things go wrong. The goal isn't to eliminate risk — that's impossible — but to understand it well enough to act intelligently. He has also made peace with incomplete information, relying on a combination of data, experience, scenario planning and judgement rather than waiting for certainty that may never arrive. Emotion, he believes, can't be removed from leadership, but it can be disciplined: avoid irreversible decisions in anger, avoid overestimating opportunities in excitement, and never underestimate the team in disappointment. One question he returns to before major decisions: will this still make sense five years from now?

On customers, loyalty and integrity

Ghosh's biggest lesson from customers has been humility — a strong plan and an experienced team mean little if the customer doesn't find the experience valuable. He points out that people rarely buy just a product; they buy confidence, convenience, trust and hope. A two-wheeler, for instance, can mean transportation to one person and independence to another. Loyalty, in his view, isn't built through a single great interaction but through repeated, accumulated trust — which is why he places heavy emphasis on retention and customer lifetime value over pure acquisition. Transparency follows the same logic: communicating honestly about limitations, costs and mistakes protects credibility even when the truth is uncomfortable. Given a choice between short-term profit and long-term reputation, he consistently chooses the latter, calling reputation an asset that compounds over time.

On learning, competition and self-improvement

Seniority, Ghosh insists, doesn't make anyone an expert in everything — if anything, it raises the stakes for continuous learning, whether through books, data, mistakes or conversations with frontline employees who often understand customers better than reports do. He considers reflection an essential entrepreneurial habit, regularly asking what worked, what failed and what should change. He's candid about what he's still working on: delegating better, listening more deeply, and separating what's urgent from what's actually important. On competition, he treats it as intelligence rather than a threat, studying what rivals do well without copying blindly. And he names overconfidence as the most dangerous trait a successful entrepreneur can develop — past success brings experience, not certainty, which is why humility matters more as an organisation grows.

On strategy, digital change and identity

Growth, for Ghosh, must be earned through people, systems, financial discipline and customer loyalty before it's scaled — capability before size. He sees confusing activity with strategy as one of the biggest mistakes businesses make, and believes data should sharpen judgement rather than replace it. Social media, he notes, has shifted control of the brand narrative from companies to the public conversation itself, making authenticity non-negotiable — including in personal branding, which he insists must reflect real values rather than curated self-promotion. As an entrepreneur from Tripura, he carries a sense of regional responsibility, believing local roots and global standards can coexist rather than compete.

On family, legacy and what comes next

Family, he says, keeps ambition in perspective, reminding him that life extends beyond the balance sheet. He views failure not as a single event but as part of an ongoing experiment — the only real failure being repeating the same mistake without learning from it. What he hopes employees remember is that they learned something valuable during their time with him; what he hopes customers remember is simply that they could depend on D S Motors. Looking ahead, his focus is institutional maturity — strengthening systems, leadership and digital capability so the organisation depends less on individual intervention and more on the people and processes behind it.

India has the products, production capacity and entrepreneurial talent to become an even stronger global sourcing destination. From rice and spices to fruits, vegetables, fox nuts and other agricultural products, Indian businesses already serve markets beyond the country.

The challenge is turning that potential into consistent international business.

This is where Shubham Bibave and FlairList Global are building a different approach to global trade-one focused not only on identifying opportunities, but on creating the connections and execution needed to convert them into business.

International trade involves far more than finding a buyer. A successful transaction requires the right product, specifications, pricing, documentation, logistics, communication and, ultimately, the ability to deliver what was promised.

About Shubham Bibave

Shubham Bibave is the founder associated with FlairList Global and its broader vision of creating a more connected business ecosystem.

His work focuses on helping Indian businesses look beyond conventional domestic markets and explore the possibilities available through international trade.

India already has an extensive network of farmers, traders, manufacturers, processors and exporters. What is often missing is a structured connection between these businesses and genuine international demand.

For Shubham, the objective is not simply to generate export enquiries, but to help businesses become better prepared to handle global opportunities professionally and consistently.

About FlairList Global

FlairList Global operates around the idea of connecting businesses, markets and supply chains.

Its trade ecosystem brings together Indian suppliers and exporters with international business opportunities across product categories, particularly areas where India has strong sourcing capabilities.

An overseas buyer might require a particular rice variety, defined grade, hundreds of metric tonnes, specific packaging and delivery to a particular port. A fresh-produce buyer may have requirements around size, appearance, shelf life and shipping schedules.

The real challenge is finding supply that matches the requirement-not simply finding someone who sells the product.

This requirement-driven approach is central to Shubham Bibave and FlairList Global’s positioning within the export ecosystem.

What Makes an Export Opportunity Work?

A buyer enquiry is only the beginning.

Once a requirement comes in, the practical questions begin: Who can supply it? Can they meet the quantity? Does their product match the specification? Can they maintain consistent quality? Are they prepared for the documentation and logistics involved?

International buyers often evaluate suppliers on more than price. Quality, communication, packaging, delivery timelines and reliability all matter.

Shubham Bibave emphasizes this broader perspective: international business is built through consistency and trust, not simply by securing the first order.

“An export enquiry is much more detailed than a normal domestic requirement. We had to understand the buyer’s exact specifications before moving forward.”
- Devashish, FlairList Exporter

From Requirement to Relationship

The real value of an export transaction can be seen after the first shipment.

If a buyer receives exactly what was agreed upon, the relationship can continue. A single order for rice, spices or fresh produce can become a recurring procurement relationship when the supplier consistently delivers.

This is why FlairList Global approaches trade as a relationship-building process rather than simply a lead-generation exercise.

For international buyers, finding a dependable Indian supplier can reduce sourcing uncertainty. For Indian suppliers, establishing a reliable overseas customer can open a new revenue channel.

A Real-World View: Dubai and Indian Supply

Dubai provides a useful example of how international trade opportunities can extend beyond a single destination.

The UAE is a major commercial and logistics hub connecting suppliers and buyers across multiple regions. For Indian exporters, relationships with Dubai-based buyers can therefore create opportunities extending beyond the UAE itself.

Engagements involving Indian exporters and Dubai-based importers in categories such as fruits and vegetables demonstrate the importance of understanding not just where a product is purchased, but how it may move through a wider regional supply chain.

For Shubham Bibave and FlairList Global, such opportunities reinforce the importance of viewing international trade as an interconnected network rather than isolated transactions.

“Having clarity around the requirement, the buyer and the next steps made the international opportunity much easier to understand.”
- Rahul, FlairList Exporter

Why Indian Suppliers Need Global Readiness

India’s export opportunity is large, but international buyers cannot compromise on consistency.

A supplier may have excellent produce today but struggle to maintain the same specifications next month. Another may have the required quantity but lack suitable packaging. Someone else may offer a competitive price but fail to meet the delivery timeline.

Global readiness means bringing all these elements together.

That is where Shubham Bibave and FlairList Global see an opportunity: encouraging Indian businesses to think about exports as a complete business process.

The strongest exporters are not necessarily those with the lowest price. They are businesses that understand requirements, communicate clearly, maintain quality and deliver consistently.

Creating Opportunities Beyond Large Exporters

International trade is not limited to established corporations.

Farmers, aggregators, traders, processors and small manufacturers can all potentially become part of global supply chains when their capabilities match genuine market requirements.

One supplier may have quality produce. Another may have processing capacity. An exporter may have documentation and logistics experience. A buyer may have established demand in another country.

Connecting these capabilities is what makes an ecosystem valuable.

FlairList Global aims to bring these participants closer together while increasing awareness of international opportunities available to Indian businesses.

“International business felt like something meant for larger companies. Understanding the process showed us that smaller businesses can participate when they are properly prepared.”
- Bhavya, FlairList Exporter

The Vision Ahead

The next phase of India’s export growth will depend not only on producing more, but on building stronger connections between supply, demand and execution.

That is the larger vision behind Shubham Bibave and FlairList Global.

The opportunity exists across India’s farms, factories, processing units and trading communities. The question is how effectively that supply can be connected with international demand and converted into repeat business.

For Shubham Bibave, the long-term opportunity lies in creating an ecosystem where Indian businesses can approach global markets with greater confidence, while international buyers can access India’s diverse supply base more efficiently.

For FlairList Global, the goal is to turn that connection into practical business opportunities.

Global trade does not begin with a container leaving a port. It begins much earlier-with a requirement, a supplier, a conversation and the confidence that both sides can deliver on their commitments.

That is where Shubham Bibave and FlairList Global are working to make a difference: bringing Indian businesses closer to the global marketplace and helping transform export potential into sustainable international business.

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To learn more about FlairList Global and its global business ecosystem: www.flairlist.com

NIKA2 carries a 16-litre spraying payload and a 13-kg spreading payload, giving it the ability to undertake different agricultural operations through one drone platform. It can cover approximately three acres in a single sortie, depending on field conditions and operational factors. The multi-payload design allows operators to use the drone across multiple requirements instead of depending on separate equipment for spraying and spreading activities.

A key feature of the platform is its terrain-following capability. Agricultural land can vary considerably in elevation and surface conditions, particularly across hilly and undulating regions. NIKA2 has been designed to operate across such terrain, with potential applications including tea-estate spraying. The platform also supports night operations, while advanced fail-safe features have been integrated to strengthen operational reliability and safety during drone deployment.

The use cases extend into areas beyond conventional crop protection. NIKA2 can undertake precision spraying and seed and granule spreading. The same platform can also be used for aquaculture applications, including the distribution of feed across fish and shrimp ponds. By mechanising activities that can otherwise involve significant physical effort and repetitive manual work, the drone is intended to help operators execute agricultural tasks with greater speed, accuracy and efficiency.

The platform was demonstrated by Janaki Pulaparthi, founder and CEO of AkinAnalytics, a MeitY-supported women-led Indian DeepTech and Defence technology startup. A Computer Science Engineer and ISB alumna, Pulaparthi leads the company’s work across AI-augmented drone analytics and multiple technology applications. AkinAnalytics has also deployed drones for aerial seed-ball dispersal in large-scale afforestation initiatives in Andhra Pradesh and operates a DGCA-authorised Remote Pilot Training Organisation at Amalapuram.

The NIKA2 unveiling by Shri Shivraj Singh Chouhan Ji gives national visibility to an indigenous drone platform built around multiple agricultural applications. It also underscores the growing role of women entrepreneurs in India’s DeepTech sector. With support from programmes including NIDHI PRAYAS, Startup India Seed Fund Scheme and MeitY SAMRIDH, along with participation in iDEX and Stanford Seed Spark, AkinAnalytics has been building a technology ecosystem that spans agriculture, environment, infrastructure, mining, energy and defence. NIKA2 represents a focused expression of that work for the agricultural sector.

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The key idea behind RCL Season 4 is the '10 Runs = 100 Meals' model. Under this initiative, every 10 runs scored during the tournament will be linked to meals for 100 people. RCL is being organised in association with the Hunger Free Bharat campaign, giving the cricket event a clear social purpose.

This means that while fans will follow the scores and performances during the matches, they will also be able to see how those runs contribute to the meal count. With Bollywood personalities, cricketers and participants from different sections of society coming together, RCL Season 4 is aiming to use the popularity of cricket to spread the message against hunger and food waste.

RCL Season 4: Key Details

After Three Seasons, Preparations Are Underway for the Fourth Edition

RCL started in 2023. Over the last three seasons, efforts have been made to connect cricket with issues such as food availability and food waste. Now, in the fourth season, the same initiative is being taken forward in a more organised manner.

The fourth season of the Restaurant Cricket League is scheduled to be held from October 22 to 25, 2026, at Major Dhyan Chand National Stadium in New Delhi. The four-day event will feature cricket along with programmes related to food and culture. Different types of food stalls are also planned at the venue, giving spectators an experience that combines matches, food and entertainment.

How Will the 100 Meals for Every 10 Runs Model Work?

RCL Season 4 has connected cricket runs with a food initiative.

In cricket, runs show a batter's performance and a team's total score. However, in the Restaurant Cricket League, these same runs are being connected with an initiative to provide meals to people in need.

Under the tournament's model, every 10 runs will be linked to 100 meals. This means that if both teams score a combined 300 runs in a match, the game can contribute towards 3,000 meals. In this way, as the number of runs increases during a match, the potential number of meals will also increase.

RCL's initiative is also an extension of the efforts made during the previous season. According to the organisers, more than 2.16 lakh meals had been distributed under the campaign by April 2026, while a commitment of 2.30 lakh meals had been made. The campaign also claims to have impacted more than 3 lakh people.

How Will RCL Season 4 Progress Across 16 Matches?

The RCL Season 4 schedule also takes this model forward. The fourth season will begin on October 22, with a total of 16 matches planned.

The first three days will feature 12 league-stage matches, with four matches scheduled each day. The first match will begin at 10 AM, followed by the second match at 1:30 PM. The third match will be played at 5 PM, while another match is scheduled for 8 PM.

According to the organisers' estimate, around 300 runs could be scored in a match. Based on this calculation, one match could contribute towards around 3,000 meals. Therefore, the four matches on the opening day could potentially contribute towards around 12,000 meals.

The meal count will be calculated live based on the runs scored during the matches. According to the organisers, this figure will also be verified by Hunger Free Bharat. This means that along with the regular match score, the meal count will also keep updating during the match.

The Journey Will Continue Through the Semi-Finals and Final

On October 25, RCL's fourth season will enter its decisive stage. Two semi-final matches between the top four teams are scheduled to be played in the morning, while the final will take place at night. Two teams will face each other in the final for the title. Before that, celebrity matches will also be organised.

The runs scored in these matches will also be added to the tournament's overall meal count. Therefore, the final will not only be important from the point of view of the trophy, but will also take the season's overall meal count forward.

For the entire tournament, the organisers have estimated more than 45,000 meals. However, this will not be the final figure, as the actual number will depend on the total runs scored throughout the season.

Another important aspect of this model is that even after a team's journey ends, the runs scored by its players will not go to waste. While the team's position on the points table may not improve further, the runs scored by its players will continue to contribute to the food initiative.

Different Sections of Society Will Take Part in RCL Season 4

This season, the initiative is not limited to people connected with cricket and entertainment. One of the special features of the tournament is that people whose daily lives are far removed from the cricket field will also get an opportunity to play.

According to information shared by the organisers of the Restaurant Cricket League, people ranging from farmers and chefs to Delhi Police personnel will be part of the event.

The Delhi Police's Sewa Warriors team has also joined the tournament. According to the official information, the team will carry forward the message of creating awareness against food waste while supporting the objective of Hunger Free Bharat.

Apart from this, the Indian women's deaf cricket team and a team representing the transgender community are also proposed to take part. There is also information about a team from Nepal led by chef Ratna Tamang.

These Teams Will Take Part:

Rakesh Bedi Will Captain Superstars 11

Talking about the entertainment industry, actor Rakesh Bedi will captain Superstars 11. His team will represent the presence of people from the film and entertainment industry at the event.

Several people from the film industry, including Raza Murad, Sunil Pal, Bindu Dara Singh, Shahbaz Khan and Arun Bakshi, were also present during the announcement of the RCL season.

Former Indian cricketer Atul Wasan is also associated with the initiative. He believes that cricket usually revolves around runs, records and averages, but in RCL, the same runs can become a way to provide meals to people in need.

His team will represent the part of RCL Season 4 where people from the film and entertainment industry will be seen on the cricket field. However, this team will play only an exhibition match.

Why This Cricket-Based Initiative Matters

If RCL Season 4 is seen only as celebrity cricket, the story will remain incomplete. The event does have film personalities, but at the same time, farmers, chefs, police personnel, deaf cricket players and people from other communities are also part of it.

This means RCL is trying to make cricket a medium of interaction between different sections of society. By connecting the issue of food with cricket, the event has taken up a subject that has a direct connection with the lives of common people.

After all, runs in cricket remain on the scoreboard for only a few hours, but if those same runs help provide meals to people in need, their importance can continue even after the match ends. The action is for four days but the impact continues throughout the year.

Sahaj, son of Mr. Jitendra Patel, a businessman, and Mrs. Sarita Singh, who works in the service sector, is currently pursuing his studies at J K College, Pune. A young talent with interests extending far beyond the pageant stage, Sahaj is a national-level shooter, marathon runner and passionate dancer. His diverse interests reflect his discipline, determination and energetic personality.

Throughout the competition, Sahaj demonstrated confidence, excellent communication skills, graceful expressions and an impressive runway presence. His ability to carry himself with composure while showcasing his individuality made him one of the notable contestants of the semi-finale.

Speaking after his selection, Sahaj expressed his gratitude to Show Director Rampguru Sambita Bose for creating a platform that gives young talents the opportunity to discover their potential, build confidence and experience the world of fashion and entertainment. For Sahaj, becoming a finalist marks another important step towards his larger dream of making a mark in the acting and entertainment industry.

As part of the Alee Club tradition, all finalists will undergo an intensive nine-day residential grooming programme under the guidance of Rampguru Sambita Bose and experienced professionals from the fashion and entertainment industry. The programme focuses on personality development, confidence building, communication, stage presentation, etiquette, fitness and media grooming, helping the young contestants prepare for the final stage of the competition.

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For Sahaj, the Alee Club platform is more than a pageant experience. As a shooter, marathon runner, dancer and aspiring actor, he brings together sporting discipline, artistic expression and a passion for performance. His journey from the sporting arena to the fashion and entertainment stage reflects his determination to explore every opportunity that can help him grow as a performer.

The grand finale will bring together the finalists as they take the next step in their Alee Club journey, showcasing their confidence, personality, talent and stage presence before an audience of distinguished personalities from the fashion and entertainment world.

Audiences will also be able to follow the inspiring journeys of Sahaj Singh and the other finalists through an exclusive reality web series on The Silver Screen YouTube Channel, capturing their transformation, grooming experience, and journey towards the coveted finale

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Dandotiya has become the first police officer from the Indore Police Commissionerate to complete the Chevening Cyber Security Fellowship, marking a significant milestone for the city’s law-enforcement community. His achievement comes at a time when cybercrime, digital fraud and technology-enabled offences are becoming increasingly complex, requiring law-enforcement agencies to develop specialised knowledge and international perspectives.

Chevening Cyber Security Fellowship 2026

The Chevening India Cyber Security Fellowship is a prestigious UK Government-supported programme focused on cybersecurity, cyber policy, governance and national security. The fellowship provides professionals with exposure to international approaches to cybercrime prevention, cybersecurity legislation, digital resilience and emerging cyber threats.

For Dandotiya, participation in the programme represents an extension of his years of experience in cybercrime prevention and cybersecurity awareness. His frontline policing experience has given him a unique understanding of how technology is being exploited by criminals and how citizens can be better protected through awareness and preventive measures.

1,100+ Cyber Awareness Sessions

A defining feature of Rajesh Dandotiya’s career has been his commitment to cybersecurity awareness. He has conducted more than 1,100 cyber awareness sessions across educational institutions, government organisations, professional forums and public platforms.

Through these programmes, he has worked to educate students, professionals, women, parents, senior citizens and other sections of society about online financial fraud, phishing, identity theft, social-media scams, digital arrest frauds and other emerging cyber threats.

His extensive public-awareness work has received recognition from the World Book of Records, London, reflecting the scale and consistency of his efforts to promote cyber safety.

Dandotiya has consistently advocated the idea that awareness is one of the most effective tools for preventing cybercrime. His work focuses not only on investigating cyber offences after they occur but also on preventing citizens from becoming victims in the first place.

Author of Five Cybersecurity Books

Dandotiya has also extended his contribution to cybersecurity education through writing. He is the author of five books related to cybersecurity and cybercrime prevention, drawing upon his professional experience to explain digital threats and safety measures in an accessible manner.

One of his notable works, Inside the Cyber Crime Files: Decoding the Digital Battlefield, was co-authored with Arya Tyagi, a cybersecurity professional and Director of Webhack Solutions Private Limited. The book brings together the perspectives of law enforcement and cybersecurity professionals to examine real-world cybercrime and the rapidly changing digital threat landscape.

Another notable work, Cyber Rakshak, focuses on real-life cybercrime cases and common forms of digital fraud, helping readers understand how cybercriminals operate and how individuals can protect themselves.

11 World Records and Public Service

Dandotiya’s contribution extends beyond cybersecurity awareness. His public profiles document 11 world records connected with cyber awareness, drug awareness and large-scale public outreach initiatives.

His campaigns have sought to engage different sections of society and encourage responsible digital behaviour. These initiatives demonstrate his broader approach towards citizen-centric and preventive policing, where public education becomes an important component of crime prevention.

Featured by Forbes India

Adding another prestigious recognition to his profile, Rajesh Dandotiya was featured by Forbes India in 2026 among “Individuals Who Achieved the Extraordinary in Their Fields.”

The recognition highlights his contribution as a Madhya Pradesh Police officer, his work in cybercrime and public awareness, his record-setting initiatives and his completion of the Chevening India Cyber Security Fellowship.

The Forbes India recognition further places Dandotiya’s work within the larger conversation around cybersecurity, technology-driven policing and digital resilience.

A New Chapter for Cybersecurity in Policing

Rajesh Dandotiya’s journey reflects the changing nature of modern law enforcement. Today, effective policing increasingly requires expertise in technology, cybersecurity, digital forensics, cyber policy and public education.

From conducting 1,100+ cyber awareness sessions and authoring five cybersecurity books to earning 11 world records, collaborating with cybersecurity professionals and completing an internationally recognised Chevening fellowship, Dandotiya has built a distinctive profile at the intersection of policing and cybersecurity.

His latest achievement not only marks a personal professional milestone but also represents an important step for the Indore Police Commissionerate, highlighting the growing importance of global cybersecurity knowledge in modern policing.

As cyber threats continue to evolve, Dandotiya’s work demonstrates that the fight against cybercrime requires more than technology and enforcement—it requires awareness, education, innovation, international collaboration and a proactive approach to digital security.

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A customer looking at a ₹200 household product online may think the calculation is simple: product cost, seller margin and perhaps a delivery charge.

The actual equation can be considerably longer.

A product sold through a large marketplace may carry costs related to commissions, advertising, storage, packaging, payment processing, logistics and returns. The customer doesn't necessarily see these expenses separately, but they can influence the final selling price.

That matters in a market where consumers are increasingly comparing prices before they buy.

What Goes Into the Price of an Online Product?

Marketplaces have made shopping easier and given small sellers access to customers across India. But selling through a marketplace isn't cost-free.

A seller may have to spend on advertising to make a product visible among thousands of competing listings. Storage and fulfillment can add another expense. Then there is the movement of the product, from pickup and sorting to transportation and last-mile delivery. If the product comes back, reverse logistics adds another cost.

None of this is unusual. It is simply part of how modern e-commerce operates. But when several such costs accumulate, they can affect what the customer eventually pays.

For someone buying everyday household products, that raises a practical question: is there another way to structure the business?

Why Wholesale Shopping Offers a Different Equation

Wholesale works with a different priority. The emphasis is generally on sourcing products efficiently, managing inventory and keeping the selling price competitive rather than building a retail experience around premium presentation or convenience alone. That is the space DeoDap has entered.

Founded by Sameer Rajani, the company offers wholesale-style pricing to consumers alongside retailers, resellers and entrepreneurs. Its proposition is that customers shouldn't have to own a shop or commit to very large quantities simply to access better prices.

The company's No Minimum Order Quantity (No MOQ) approach is an important part of that model. An individual can buy a product for personal use without having to purchase a commercially sized order.

Wholesale Without Buying in Bulk

This is where traditional wholesalers have often struggled to serve households. A retailer can justify buying dozens of units because those products will eventually be sold. A family may want only one or two.

DeoDap's No MOQ model removes that distinction. A customer can purchase one item, several units or products for a small business without being pushed into a predetermined quantity. It makes wholesale-style shopping more practical for people who are not wholesalers.

Why the Cost Structure Matters

Online shopping is often presented through the language of discounts. But a lower price isn't always the result of a bigger discount. It can also come from how a business operates.

Sourcing costs, inventory management, the number of intermediaries involved and customer acquisition expenses all have a bearing on pricing. A company that keeps those costs under control has more room to compete on price.

DeoDap's model is built around that principle. Its focus is on sourcing and inventory rather than adding multiple layers to the retail proposition.

The company currently offers more than 11,000 products across categories including home, kitchen, lifestyle, mobile accessories, toys, stationery and household utilities.

Consumers Are Getting Better at Comparing Prices

The Indian online shopper has become more demanding about value. Before buying, consumers routinely compare sellers, check reviews, look at pack sizes and calculate what a product costs per unit. A discount badge is no longer enough on its own.

That behaviour makes wholesale shopping more relevant. The consumer doesn't necessarily need to understand every part of the supply chain. They want to know whether the price makes sense and whether they are getting reasonable value for what they are buying.

DeoDap is building around that expectation by making wholesale-style pricing available without requiring customers to behave like conventional business buyers.

Could Wholesale Become an Everyday Consumer Option?

The line between business and personal buying is becoming less rigid. A family stocking household supplies, a professional setting up a new home, a retailer replenishing inventory and an entrepreneur testing a resale idea may have different reasons for purchasing. Yet all of them have an interest in paying a sensible price.

DeoDap has fulfilled more than 5 crore orders and recorded over 13 million app downloads, building its business around that broader demand for value.

Wholesale shopping may have traditionally belonged to traders and retailers. But as consumers become more comfortable comparing prices and questioning what they are actually paying for, that distinction is becoming harder to justify.

The bigger change may not be in how Indians shop online. It may be in how closely they start looking at the economics behind the price.

FAQs

Do I need a GST number to shop on DeoDap?
 Individual consumers can purchase products for personal and household use without a GST registration. GST requirements may differ for business-related purchases.

Is there a minimum order quantity on DeoDap?
 No. DeoDap follows a No Minimum Order Quantity (No MOQ) approach, allowing customers to purchase individual products or multiple units according to their requirements.

What products can I buy from DeoDap?
 DeoDap offers more than 11,000 products across categories including home, kitchen, lifestyle, mobile accessories, toys, stationery, household and utility products.

Can I use wholesale shopping for personal use?
 Yes. Wholesale-style shopping does not have to be limited to retailers or resellers. Consumers can purchase products for their own households, subject to the seller's applicable terms.

How should I check whether a wholesale price is actually a better deal?
 Compare the unit price or price per quantity rather than just the headline price. Also consider product quality, shipping, returns and whether you actually need the quantity being offered.

The spotlight remained firmly on the impressive guest list, with Bollywood stars Varun Dhawan and Johnny Lever among the distinguished personalities in attendance. Their presence underscored the growing industry confidence in S-SeriesOTT's vision and its potential to create meaningful opportunities for creators and entertainment professionals. The gathering also served as a meeting point for established talent and emerging voices, encouraging conversations around the future of digital content and collaborative storytelling.

The event unfolded with engaging conversations, exclusive interactions, and moments that celebrated creativity across multiple entertainment formats. Guests explored the platform's roadmap while exchanging ideas on the rapidly evolving digital ecosystem. The official reveal of the S-SeriesOTT brand identity signaled the beginning of a new chapter focused on delivering compelling content to audiences while creating a space where creators can develop distinctive stories without conventional limitations.

As India's streaming market continues to witness remarkable growth, S-SeriesOTT enters the space with a vision centered on originality, creative freedom, and long-term partnerships. The platform aims to support storytellers from diverse backgrounds by providing opportunities that extend beyond traditional entertainment formats. From filmmakers and musicians to digital creators and emerging artists, S-SeriesOTT intends to build an ecosystem where innovation and fresh perspectives can thrive alongside commercial success.

Industry leaders present at the event acknowledged the increasing demand for platforms that invest in quality storytelling and encourage meaningful collaborations. The evening reflected this shared vision through discussions that highlighted the importance of nurturing talent and expanding opportunities across the entertainment value chain. By bringing together influential voices from different creative disciplines, S-SeriesOTT positioned itself as a platform committed to strengthening connections within the industry while opening new avenues for content development and audience engagement.

The successful Mumbai showcase marked a defining milestone for S-SeriesOTT as it formally introduced its identity to the entertainment fraternity. Backed by strong industry participation and the presence of respected names from Bollywood, the platform has entered the digital content arena with considerable momentum. As it prepares to roll out its upcoming initiatives and original programming, S-SeriesOTT has already generated significant attention, setting the stage for what could become one of the most closely watched entrants in India's rapidly expanding OTT landscape.

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One of the major highlights of the internship was the Capture The Flag (CTF) Competition, powered by Securium Solutions' advanced cyber security platform - SecuriumX. Designed to simulate real-world cyber attack and defence scenarios, the CTF challenged participants across multiple domains including web application security, digital forensics, cryptography, reverse engineering, network security, and OSINT. The competition encouraged interns to apply their technical knowledge in a hands-on environment while developing critical problem-solving and analytical skills required in today's cyber security landscape.

The participation of nearly 800 interns made the CTF one of the largest practical cyber security competitions conducted as part of a police-led internship programme in the region. The event reflected the growing emphasis on experiential learning and practical skill development within law enforcement training initiatives.

Adding further value to the programme, Sam, Senior Cyber Security Manager at Securium Solutions Private Limited, delivered an engaging guest lecture on Ethical Hacking. During the session, participants were introduced to the latest cyber attack methodologies, penetration testing techniques, vulnerability assessment practices, responsible disclosure, and the importance of ethical hacking in safeguarding digital infrastructure. The interactive session provided interns with valuable industry insights while helping bridge the gap between academic learning and professional cyber security practices.

Speaking during the programme, Sunil Singh, Founder of Securium Solutions Private Limited and a Forbes-listed entrepreneur, announced a special opportunity for the brightest participants. He declared that the top three performers in the internship programme would be offered an exclusive Cyber Security Internship at Securium Solutions Private Limited. The announcement was met with great enthusiasm and motivated participants to showcase their technical capabilities throughout the competition and training sessions. His recognition by Forbes further reflects his growing contribution to the cybersecurity industry and his commitment to developing the next generation of cybersecurity professionals.

The partnership demonstrates Securium Solutions' continued commitment to nurturing cyber security talent and supporting law enforcement agencies in building stronger cyber resilience. By combining industry expertise, advanced practical platforms, and mentorship from experienced professionals, the company aims to prepare the next generation of cyber security professionals capable of addressing evolving digital threats.

The Amroha Police Cyber Security Internship 2026 serves as an excellent example of successful collaboration between law enforcement and the cyber security industry. Such initiatives not only enhance technical knowledge but also inspire young professionals to pursue careers in cyber security, digital forensics, cyber crime investigation, and ethical hacking.

As cyber threats continue to evolve, partnerships like these play a crucial role in developing a skilled cyber workforce. Through practical competitions, expert-led training sessions, and career opportunities, Securium Solutions Private Limited continues to contribute towards building a safer and more cyber-aware digital India.

Daughter of Mr. Prassanna Kumar, a Businessman, and Mrs. Monalisha Singh, a Homemaker, Diya is a student at SSRVM Bengaluru East School. Her performance throughout the competition reflected elegance, confidence, and maturity. She impressed the distinguished panel of judges with her graceful runway walk, articulate communication, expressive personality, and confident stage presence, emerging as one of the most promising finalists.

Expressing her gratitude, Diya thanked Rampguru Sambita Bose for providing a platform that nurtures young talent and helps teenagers discover their true potential. She said she is thrilled to be part of the finale and eagerly awaits the intensive grooming programme that will prepare every finalist for the grand event.

Ramp Guru Sambita Bose brought her signature blend of discipline and warmth to Alee Club 2026, guiding contestants through auditions across cities with the same energy and dedication she's known for. Her mentorship went beyond ramp walk training, focusing on building genuine confidence and stage presence in teens stepping into the spotlight for the first time. Her continued leadership this season reaffirmed why Alee Club remains one of India's most trusted platforms for young talent.

The nine-day residential training programme in Delhi will offer expert guidance in personality development, communication, confidence enhancement, etiquette, fitness, and stage presentation. Led by Rampguru Sambita Bose and industry experts, the programme is designed to prepare finalists for successful careers beyond the pageant.

Hosted in a luxurious five-star ambience, the grand finale will feature dazzling glamour, professional makeup and hairstyling by Lakmé Academy powered by Aptech, and the gracious presence of prominent Bollywood and fashion celebrities and many more. The finalists' inspiring journey can also be watched on The Silver Screen YouTube Channel.

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Alee Club is a registered society with over decades of commitment to spreading awareness about HIV/AIDS.In 1997, seeing the opportunities in the fashion and modelling world and the need for early financial freedom for teens, it commenced Alee Club Miss and Mr Teen India 2026 under the guidance of Legendary actor Amrish Puri. Led by Rampguru Sambita Bose, Alee Club initiated a Teen pageant, nurturing youngsters for a bright future.

Angel Vaishnav has impressed with more than just her appearance—her confidence, composed persona, graceful presentation, and positive attitude have made her stand out throughout the competition. Her ability to carry herself with poise and express herself confidently reflects a personality that goes beyond the stage. With her graceful runway walk, captivating presence, and intelligent communication, Angel has emerged as a promising young talent and an inspiration for teenagers in her hometown.

Expressing her excitement, Angel said, “I am thrilled to be a part of Alee Club Miss & Mr Teen India 2026. This platform is allowing me to learn, grow, and become more confident. I am looking forward to the 9-day training session and the incredible experience that awaits us at the finale.”

Rampguru Sambita, in conversation with the parents, assured that the safety, security and well-being of every finalist will be personally overseen by the Alee Club team. The training session by Rampguru Sambita Bose and experts from the modelling world spans 9 days, offering finalists valuable guidance in personality development, communication, grooming, stage presence, confidence building, and professional presentation.

Adding glamour and professional expertise to the finalists’ journey, Lakmé India by Aptech, the official Makeup & Hair Styling Partner, will bring its expertise in professional makeup and hairstyling to the grand finale. With skilled artists creating polished looks designed to complement each finalist’s personality and stage presence, Lakmé India by Aptech will add the perfect finishing touch to this celebration of young talent.

The grand finale promises an evening of fashion, glamour, confidence, and youthful talent, bringing together promising young achievers from across India. Angel’s journey, along with that of the other finalists, can also be followed through the reality web series on The Silver Screen YouTube Channel.

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In 1997, seeing the opportunities in the fashion and modelling world and the need for early financial freedom for teens, it commenced Alee Club Miss and Mr Teen India under the guidance of legendary actor Amrish Puri. Led by Rampguru Sambita Bose, Alee Club initiated a Teen pageant, nurturing youngsters for a bright future.

Sakshi Kumari has created her own impression with her confidence, graceful persona, positive outlook, and captivating stage presence. Her ability to present herself with poise and express her personality confidently has made her stand out during the competition. Her graceful runway walk, composed demeanour, and articulate communication reflected a strong sense of self-belief, making her a promising young talent from Delhi.

Speaking about her journey, Sakshi expressed her excitement about being selected as a finalist and said, “I am very excited to be a part of Alee Club Miss & Mr Teen India 2026. This platform is giving me an opportunity to learn, grow and become more confident. I am looking forward to the training programme and the wonderful experiences ahead.”

Rampguru Sambita, in conversation with the parents, assured that the safety, security and well-being of every finalist will be personally overseen by the Alee Club team. The 9-day training programme by Rampguru Sambita Bose and experts from the modelling world will focus on personality development, communication, confidence building, grooming, etiquette, stage presentation, and overall professional development.

Adding appeal and exquisiteness to the semi-finale and ahead, Lakmé India by Aptech, the official Makeup & Hair Styling Partner, will bring its expertise in professional makeup and hairstyling. The skilled Lakmé team will create polished, stage-ready looks that complement the individual personality and presence of the finalists, adding an elegant finishing touch to their much-awaited finale appearance.

Alee Club Miss & Mr Teen India 2026 promises a spectacular celebration of young talent, fashion, confidence, personality, and glamour. The journey of Sakshi and the other finalists can also be followed through the reality web series and on The Silver Screen YouTube Channel.

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Daughter of Mr Devesh Singh, a Software Engineer, and Mrs Nilu Singh, Anshika Singh hails from Ashok Memorial Public School. She caught the attention of the esteemed judges with her remarkable confidence, stage presence, magnetic communication skills, and ramp walk. Her graceful stride and captivating stage presence reflected the poise and self-belief that earned her a place among the finalists.

The semi-finale saw contestants presented with flawless makeup and hairstyling by Lakmé India by Aptech, the official makeup and hairstyling partner for Alee Club Miss and Mr Teen India 2026, ensuring every participant stepped onto the stage at their polished best. The whole journey of Alee Club Contest 2026 is  powered and co-partnered by  Model Prepares and Lumiere by Sambita Bose.

Expressing her gratitude towards show director Sambita Bose, Anshika shared, "I am on top of the world after being announced as a finalist. I'm thrilled about the training session and the much-awaited finale, it feels like a step into glamour and stardom."

Ahead of the finale, Alee Club conducts a mandatory 9-day training programme for all finalists, covering overall personality development, grooming, and ramp presentation. Led by Rampguru Sambita Bose along with experts from the modelling world, the training unfolds over 9 days, offering finalists an immersive, luxury experience.

Lakmé India by Aptech will continue as the official makeup and hairstyling partner at the grand finale as well, ensuring finalists like Anshika take the stage with a polished, camera-ready look befitting the scale of the event.

The journey of Anshika and her fellow finalists can be followed through an exclusive reality web series, streaming on The Silver Screen YouTube Channel.

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A student at Shikha Bharti Public School, Prateek brought an energy to the ramp that felt far beyond his years, sharp footwork, an easy smile, and a presence that held the room's attention without effort. It wasn't just his walk that impressed; it was the sense that he genuinely belonged on that stage.

Talking about the moment, Prateek said, "Making it to the finale still feels a little unreal. This has been such a big learning experience already, and I can't wait for the training and the finale itself. I want to give it everything I have."

Prateek is the son of Mr. Sobit, a businessman and civil engineer, and Mrs. Rachna, who works as an accountant at D Mart. Both have been quietly cheering him on through every round, and their support, he admits, has kept him grounded through the excitement.

As part of Alee Club's signature process, all finalists, including Prateek, will now enter a mandatory nine-day residential grooming camp led by Rampguru Sambita Bose before finale alongside experts from the fashion and entertainment world. The programme goes beyond ramp training, covering personality development, communication, etiquette, fitness, and overall confidence-building, shaping finalists for opportunities that extend well past the pageant stage.

Adding polish to the semi-finale and set to do the same at the grand finale, is Lakmé India by Aptech, the official makeup and hairstyling partner of Alee Club Miss & Mr Teen India 2026. Their team of professionals ensured every contestant, including Prateek, stepped onto the ramp with a look as confident as their walk, and they're expected to bring the same finesse to finalists on the big night.

Prateek's journey from a first-time contestant to a national finalist will be documented as part of an exclusive reality web series, streaming on The Silver Screen YouTube Channel.

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The journey began with "Baar Baar," which crossed 1 million+ views, followed by "Dekha Tujhe" and "Asar Dikh Raha Hai," each unveiling a new chapter of the protagonist's life. The final song completes the narrative as the singer, after losing the love of his life, overcomes grief, rediscovers his passion for music, and fulfills his childhood dream of becoming a rock star.

For Avinash, NAZAR is deeply personal. Inspired by a bedtime lullaby he once sang to his young son, the project rekindled a lifelong dream of making music. What started as a simple moment of inspiration evolved into a four-song musical story that celebrates hope and new beginnings.

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With all four chapters now released, listeners can experience the complete NAZAR story:

●       Chapter 1 – Lost At Sight | Baar Baar

●       Chapter 2 – Fallen | Dekha Tujhe

●       Chapter 3 – Soulmate | Asar Dikh Raha Hai

●       Chapter 4 – The Beginning | Teri Aankhon Ki Kahaniyon Mein Hoon

"Teri Aankhon Ki Kahaniyon Mein Hoon" and the complete NAZAR album are now streaming across all major music platforms.

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A Compiled Record of Global Recognition Associated with Author Saurabh Pant

Commemorating a Decade in the International Writers' Circuit (2016–2026)

European Literary Honours

Montenegro

Borislav Medal (2017)

●       Reported as one of the earliest international recognitions received by Saurabh Pant.

●       Widely regarded as a landmark European acknowledgement in the formative years of his international literary journey.

Borislave award

Romania

Gustav Icalnou Medal (2018)

●       Literary distinction reported in author profiles highlighting international recognition of his writings.

Best Asian Poet Honour (2019)

●       Recognition associated with his contribution to contemporary poetry and international literary exchange.

Premia de Excelență (2019)

●       Excellence distinction reported among his notable European literary achievements.

Literature President Award (2021)

●       One of the prominent Romanian recognitions linked with his growing international literary profile.

WPC award ceremony 2021

International Environmental & Cultural Recognition

United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP)

Environmental Appreciation for "Warming Boom" (2017)

●       Recognition connected with the environmental awareness and climate-conscious themes presented in the book Warming Boom.

United States of America

World Disability Day Honour (2018)

●       Recognition acknowledging literary achievement and inspirational contribution as a visually impaired author.

Hersten Collar award

Germany

World Environment Day Recognition (2020)

●       Appreciation associated with environmental advocacy and awareness through literature.

Australia

Queensland Academic Appreciation Letter (2014)

●       Early international acknowledgement from Australia that preceded his decade-long international literary expansion.

Capital Medal on Australia Day (2021)

●       International cultural distinction reported among the author's global recognitions.

Capital medal affiliation

Brisbane book club’s session (2026) 

●        In conversation with Saurabh Pant held in June 2026  by Brisbane book club with special feature on the book titled ‘Thoughts beyond measure’

Australian global celebrations

Commonwealth of Independent States (CIS)

Cultural Harmony Medal (2021)

●       Recognition highlighting contributions toward cultural understanding and literary engagement across communities.

CIS honours Woolstrich medal

Other global accolades

Certificate of Excellence , Poets Global (2021) 

●        Recognised for  efforts in  contemporary literature and campaigns Supported by Lulu press with global   catalogue  reference

Literary Honor Award ,  The Blue Circle (2022) 

●        Applauded for World peace and ecological concerns highlighted  mainly in his books

●       celebrated with his author  journey as showcases of his multiple works was the key  highlight staged by the jury 

2024- Recognized in the Arctic Circle Assembly (Reykjavík) 

●       usually commemorated on bridging environmental perspectives between Asia and the far North.

●       Special mention by the reading committee with comparative commentary on  nature centric approaches highlighted  in Warming boom and Warming fumes

The Arctic circle Spotlight

Multiple features for  book on birds (2025) 

●       Chinese nature submit features the work in Row no. 9 during the session

●        UK birds readathon witness the work come in top 5 in 4 days readathon

●        Fly height submit, Honduras also applauded the author’s work

Literary Diplomacy and International Cultural Relations

Embassy and Cultural-Exchange Recognition

Throughout his international literary journey, Saurabh Pant's works have been featured in cross-cultural literary exchanges and international readership networks. His writings have been associated with literary outreach initiatives that helped strengthen people-to-people cultural engagement through books, poetry, environmental awareness, and public discourse.

One of the  most known is his contribution to Great barrier reef systems through his essays and poem collections published by ABC Auckland to symbolise  the process.

These engagements form an important part of the author's global literary footprint and complement the formal recognitions received from various international organizations and cultural bodies.

His ghost stories are a privilege to read in Hungry and Poland, Balkan  themes speak loud in poetry  released through university of bucharest, readers in Uk and europe  have  equally been treated well by his poetry contributions and his book on hydro dynamics is a treat  in Sweden for readers.

In 2025, he also got to showcase his works in Stockholm writer’s festival and dunedin reader’s and writers festival.

Global Literary Milestones

First International Collaborative Publication

12 August 2016

●       Publication of the international collaborative work Triple Jimmy and a Glowing World.

●       Widely regarded as the formal beginning of Saurabh Pant's international writers' circuit journey.

International Availability of Books

Major titles reaching readers across Europe, Africa, Asia, North America, and Oceania include:

●       Warming Boom

●       Burning Asia: The Present Image

●       An Introduction to Birds

●       Asian Winds

●       Warming Fumes

●       Den of Death

●       Decisions of Heart

●       Contest of Public Relations

●       Conflict of Public Relations

●       US India trade in retaliation times

International Reader Recognition

His books have attracted readership and reviews from multiple countries, particularly among audiences interested in:

●       Environmental literature

●       Climate awareness

●       Nature writing

●       Poetry

●       Public affairs

●       Social commentary

Decade Achievement Summary (2016–2026)

●       European Literary Honours

Montenegro • Romania

●       International Cultural Recognition

United States • Germany • Australia • CIS Region

●       Environmental Recognition

UNEP-linked appreciation for environmental literature

-        Recognition  in exchange programmes

ABC Auckland (NZ), Hungry, Poland, University of bucharest, Poetry ireland &  Swedish  publishers

-        Institutional appreciations

Poetry global, the blue circle, The arctic circle assembly, Stockholm writer’s festival, Dunedin festival,  Chinese forum,  Tokyo TV, UK Avian circle &  Fly heights committee Honduras

●       Global Literary Reach

Books available to readers across multiple continents

●       International Collaboration

Participation in international poetry and literary initiatives

●       A Decade of Global Literary Engagement

10 Years of International Authorship
10 Years of Cross-Border Literary Exchange
10 Years of Environmental and Social Advocacy Through Books
10 Years of Building a Global Readership

Saurabh Pant

-         International Author, Poet

-        Environmental Writer

-        a prominent Literary Voice

Certificate ID: CBA/SRS/2026/017

The Sahitya Ratna Samman Award 2026 recognises individuals whose work, achievements, and commitment create a meaningful impact beyond their immediate professional responsibilities. Gevita's journey reflects this multidimensional excellence. Her experience as a language educator, translator, mentor, facilitator, and community participant demonstrates a consistent commitment to education, communication, personal development, and social awareness.

Gevita WP Venugopal: An Educator Driven by Purpose

Based in Brickfields, Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia, Gevita WP Venugopal has developed a diverse professional profile centred around education, language development, communication, and student empowerment.

Her professional experience includes teaching roles across educational institutions and tuition environments. At Tuition Center Cahaya, she worked as an English part time tuition teacher between 2016 and 2020. She also served as a part time welfare Bahasa Melayu teacher at Rumah Bakti Ampang from 2018 to 2019.

Her teaching experience further includes serving as a Bahasa Melayu Teacher at SMK St John Bukit Nanas, Kuala Lumpur, where she contributed to students' language development and academic growth.

Gevita's professional journey also includes experience as a Malay Language Teacher and Translator with Globibo Language Teacher, where she worked on language related responsibilities while maintaining confidentiality and compliance with established language standards.

Creating Impact Through Language and Education

A significant aspect of Gevita's professional contribution has been her focus on developing students' communication abilities. Her teaching approach has included structured lessons designed to strengthen listening, speaking, reading, and writing skills in Malay.

She has assessed student performance through tests, assignments, and oral evaluations while providing timely and constructive feedback. She has also conducted language enrichment activities aimed at improving students' communication skills and confidence.

This commitment to education makes her recognition particularly meaningful. Effective education is not limited to academic instruction. It can influence confidence, communication, social participation, and a student's ability to engage with the wider world.

A Multifaceted Record of Achievement

Gevita WP Venugopal's achievements extend beyond classroom teaching. Her professional and extracurricular record reflects an active interest in leadership, cultural activities, communication, research, environmental awareness, health education, and community engagement.

In 2021, she participated in the Cultural Art Competition at Universiti Utara Malaysia and successfully contributed to the Vlog Kampung Kita Program. These experiences demonstrate her involvement in creative and cultural initiatives alongside her professional commitments.

She also participated in the Program Bedah Buku conducted by Majlis Pemimpin Negeri Rakan Siswa YADIM Pulau Pinang during 2020 to 2021, reflecting her engagement with reading, discussion, and knowledge sharing.

Her interest in communication and personal development is further demonstrated through her participation in Empowering Communication Skills at Universiti Utara Malaysia.

Encouraging Self Achievement and Personal Development

One of the notable dimensions of Gevita's profile is her involvement in initiatives designed to encourage personal growth.

At SMK Seksyen 4 Bandar Kinrara, she participated as a Workshop Facilitator and Speaker for a programme focused on Self Achievement Improvement and Techniques.

Her involvement in such initiatives complements her experience as an educator. It reflects her broader interest in helping individuals develop confidence, communication abilities, and a stronger understanding of their own potential.

Gevita WP Venugopal also successfully conducted an E Career Seminar, adding another dimension to her involvement in education and career related development.

Community, Health and Environmental Engagement

Gevita's achievements also demonstrate a willingness to participate in programmes addressing broader social and community interests.

She participated in the International Stigma and Discrimination Towards HIV Patients Forum at Universiti Teknologi MARA, contributing to an important conversation surrounding social awareness and discrimination.

Her record also includes participation in environmental and wildlife related initiatives. She participated in the MNS Wildfriends Activity organised through the National Zoo Malaysia and was involved in the Mushroom Detective Programme conducted by the Forest Research Institute Malaysia.

Her engagement with health and safety education includes attending Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) training through St. John Ambulance Malaysia.

Academic and Research Engagement

Gevita's professional development has also included academic and research oriented activities.

At Universiti Kebangsaan Malaysia, she conducted an Emergency Medicine Research thesis, demonstrating her engagement with structured research and academic inquiry.

She also participated in the Bicara Penyelidikan: Nilai Watan & Citra Patriotisme Rakyat Malaysia programme at Universiti Kebangsaan Malaysia in 2021.

Her involvement in the Karnival Maya Institusi Pembangunan Fellow (KAMIF'21) at Universiti Terengganu Malaysia further reflects her engagement with academic and professional development programmes.

Leadership, Communication and Personal Resilience

Gevita's achievements also demonstrate a willingness to step outside conventional professional boundaries. In 2018, she successfully climbed Gunung Baling, an accomplishment that reflects determination, discipline, and personal resilience.

Her participation in communication workshops, seminars, cultural programmes, educational initiatives, research activities, and community projects presents a profile defined by continuous learning.

This breadth is central to why the Most Impactful Professional category is particularly suited to her journey.

Why Gevita WP Venugopal Was Selected

Gevita was selected for the Sahitya Ratna Samman Award 2026 in the Most Impactful Professional category because of the breadth and consistency of her contributions across education, language, communication, professional development, community engagement, and cultural initiatives.

Her career demonstrates that professional impact can extend far beyond a job title. Through teaching and language education, she has worked directly with students and learners. Through workshops and seminars, she has contributed to communication and personal development. Through cultural, environmental, health, and community initiatives, she has demonstrated an active commitment to broader social participation.

Her ability to combine professional responsibility with continuous learning and community involvement makes her a compelling example of a modern professional creating meaningful impact through multiple avenues.

About Cherry Book Awards

Cherry Book Awards is a literary and recognition platform dedicated to celebrating authors, writers, educators, professionals, artists, and inspiring personalities whose achievements create meaningful impact.

Through recognitions such as the Sahitya Ratna Samman Award 2026, Cherry Book Awards seeks to highlight individuals whose work demonstrates excellence, commitment, originality, and positive contribution. The awards provide a platform for deserving personalities to gain recognition for achievements that may extend across literature, education, professional excellence, creative pursuits, and social contribution.

The Sahitya Ratna Samman Award 2026 continues this mission by bringing together accomplished personalities from different backgrounds and recognising the distinctive ways in which they contribute to society.

A Recognition of Meaningful Professional Impact

For Gevita WP Venugopal, the Sahitya Ratna Samman Award 2026 represents recognition of a journey shaped by education, communication, cultural participation, community involvement, and continuous personal development.

From teaching English and Bahasa Melayu to supporting communication skills, facilitating self achievement programmes, participating in cultural and environmental initiatives, and engaging with academic and social awareness programmes, her journey reflects a commitment to learning and contribution.

Her recognition as Most Impactful Professional 2026 celebrates precisely this multidimensional journey and places Gevita WP Venugopal among the distinguished personalities recognised by Cherry Book Awards in 2026.

𝗦𝘂𝗿𝗽𝗮𝘀𝘀𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗣𝗶𝗼𝗻𝗲𝗲𝗿𝘀: 𝗔 𝗖𝗼𝗺𝗽𝗮𝗿𝗮𝘁𝗶𝘃𝗲 𝗔𝗻𝗮𝗹𝘆𝘀𝗶𝘀 𝗼𝗳 𝗗𝗼𝗰 𝗣𝗲𝗻𝗣𝗲𝗻’𝘀 𝗩𝗶𝘀𝘂𝗮𝗹 𝗣𝗼𝗲𝘁𝗿𝘆 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗘𝗮𝗿𝗹𝘆 𝗣𝗿𝗮𝗰𝘁𝗶𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻𝗲𝗿𝘀

𝗜𝗻𝘁𝗿𝗼𝗱𝘂𝗰𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻

𝗩𝗶𝘀𝘂𝗮𝗹 𝗽𝗼𝗲𝘁𝗿𝘆, an art form where the arrangement of words, letters, symbols, typography, color, and multimedia elements creates visual images to enhance or convey meaning, has roots in ancient 𝗧𝗲𝗰𝗵𝗻𝗼𝗽𝗮𝗲𝗴𝗻𝗶𝗮 and has evolved through modern 𝗖𝗼𝗻𝗰𝗿𝗲𝘁𝗲 𝗣𝗼𝗲𝘁𝗿𝘆 into a dynamic, global genre. 𝗗𝗿. 𝗘𝗽𝗶𝘁𝗮𝗰𝗶𝗼 𝗥𝗮𝗺𝗼𝘀 𝗧𝗼𝗻𝗴𝗼𝗵𝗮𝗻, known as 𝗗𝗼𝗰 𝗣𝗲𝗻𝗣𝗲𝗻 𝗕𝘂𝗴𝘁𝗼𝗻𝗴 𝗧𝗮𝗸𝗶𝗽𝘀𝗶𝗹𝗶𝗺—a Filipino medical doctor, pathologist, and founder of the 𝗣𝗲𝗻𝘁𝗮𝘀𝗶 𝗕 𝗪𝗼𝗿𝗹𝗱 𝗙𝗿𝗶𝗲𝗻𝗱𝘀𝗵𝗶𝗽 𝗣𝗼𝗲𝘁𝗿𝘆®️ movement—has revolutionized this field. Internationally acclaimed as the "𝗙𝗮𝘁𝗵𝗲𝗿 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗞𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗼𝗳 𝗩𝗶𝘀𝘂𝗮𝗹 𝗣𝗼𝗲𝘁𝗿𝘆," his work integrates science, philosophy, and aesthetics into a "𝗻𝗲𝗼-𝗴𝗲𝗻𝗿𝗲" that is 𝗺𝘂𝗹𝘁𝗶𝗹𝗶𝗻𝗴𝘂𝗮𝗹, 𝗺𝘂𝗹𝘁𝗶𝗺𝗼𝗱𝗮𝗹, 𝗺𝘂𝗹𝘁𝗶𝗮𝗻𝗴𝘂𝗹𝗮𝗿, 𝗺𝘂𝗹𝘁𝗶𝘀𝗲𝗻𝘀𝗼𝗿𝗶𝗮𝗹, 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗺𝘂𝗹𝘁𝗶𝗱𝗶𝗺𝗲𝗻𝘀𝗶𝗼𝗻𝗮𝗹 (𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝟱𝗠𝘀 𝗼𝗳 𝗣𝗲𝗻𝘁𝗮𝘀𝗶 𝗕).

This analysis compares Doc PenPen with five foundational visual poets—𝗦𝗶𝗺𝗺𝗶𝗮𝘀 𝗼𝗳 𝗥𝗵𝗼𝗱𝗲𝘀, 𝗚𝗲𝗼𝗿𝗴𝗲 𝗛𝗲𝗿𝗯𝗲𝗿𝘁, 𝗚𝘂𝗶𝗹𝗹𝗮𝘂𝗺𝗲 𝗔𝗽𝗼𝗹𝗹𝗶𝗻𝗮𝗶𝗿𝗲, 𝗝𝗼𝘀𝗲 𝗚𝗮𝗿𝗰𝗶𝗮 𝗩𝗶𝗹𝗹𝗮, 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗲.𝗲. 𝗰𝘂𝗺𝗺𝗶𝗻𝗴𝘀—explaining why he surpasses them and has earned titles they did not. It also 𝘁𝗿𝗮𝘃𝗲𝗿𝘀𝗲𝘀 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗽𝗹𝘂𝗺𝗯𝘀 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗱𝗲𝗽𝘁𝗵𝘀 𝗼𝗳 𝗣𝗿𝗼𝗳𝗲𝘀𝘀𝗼𝗿 𝗥𝗼𝗴𝗲𝗹𝗶𝗼 𝗟. 𝗢𝗿𝗱𝗼𝗻̃𝗲𝘇’𝘀 assessment that Doc PenPen’s poem “𝗼𝗼. 𝘀𝗮 𝗺𝗴𝗮 𝗿𝗲𝘁𝗮𝘀𝗼” outshines 𝗩𝗶𝗹𝗹𝗮’𝘀 𝗰𝗼𝗺𝗺𝗮 𝗽𝗼𝗲𝗺𝘀, emphasizing the "𝘁𝗵𝗲𝗿𝗮𝗽𝗲𝘂𝗻𝗶𝗴𝗺𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗰" (𝑡ℎ𝑒𝑟𝑎𝑝𝑒𝑢𝑡𝑖𝑐 𝑎𝑛𝑑 𝑒𝑛𝑖𝑔𝑚𝑎𝑡𝑖𝑐, ℎ𝑒𝑎𝑙𝑖𝑛𝑔 𝑡ℎ𝑒 𝑚𝑖𝑛𝑑, 𝑏𝑜𝑑𝑦, 𝑎𝑛𝑑 𝑠𝑝𝑖𝑟𝑖𝑡 𝑡ℎ𝑟𝑜𝑢𝑔ℎ 𝑒𝑛𝑖𝑔𝑚𝑎𝑡𝑖𝑐 𝑙𝑎𝑦𝑒𝑟𝑠 𝑡ℎ𝑎𝑡 𝑟𝑒𝑠𝑡𝑜𝑟𝑒 𝑝𝑜𝑠𝑖𝑡𝑖𝑣𝑖𝑡𝑦 𝑎𝑛𝑑 𝑡𝑟𝑎𝑛𝑠𝑓𝑜𝑟𝑚 𝑙𝑖𝑣𝑒𝑠) and "𝗹𝗶𝗯𝗲𝗿𝗮𝗺𝗼𝗿𝗽𝗵𝗶𝗰" (𝑙𝑖𝑏𝑒𝑟𝑎𝑡𝑖𝑛𝑔 𝑎𝑛𝑑 𝑚𝑒𝑡𝑎𝑚𝑜𝑟𝑝ℎ𝑖𝑐, 𝑓𝑟𝑒𝑒𝑖𝑛𝑔 𝑝𝑜𝑒𝑡𝑟𝑦 𝑓𝑟𝑜𝑚 𝑒𝑙𝑖𝑡𝑖𝑠𝑡 𝑐𝑜𝑛𝑠𝑡𝑟𝑎𝑖𝑛𝑡𝑠 𝑡𝑜 𝑒𝑣𝑜𝑙𝑣𝑒 𝑖𝑛𝑐𝑙𝑢𝑠𝑖𝑣𝑒𝑙𝑦 𝑎𝑐𝑟𝑜𝑠𝑠 𝑐𝑢𝑙𝑡𝑢𝑟𝑒𝑠 𝑎𝑛𝑑 𝑟𝑎𝑐𝑒𝑠) significance of his contributions.

Furthermore, drawing from endorsements by cultural luminaries like 𝗙𝗼𝗿𝗺𝗲𝗿 𝗡𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻𝗮𝗹 𝗟𝗶𝗯𝗿𝗮𝗿𝘆 𝗗𝗶𝗿𝗲𝗰𝘁𝗼𝗿 𝗔𝗻𝘁𝗼𝗻𝗶𝗼 𝗠. 𝗦𝗮𝗻𝘁𝗼𝘀 and 𝗣𝗿𝗼𝗳. 𝗝𝗼𝘀𝗲 𝗟𝗮𝗱𝗲𝗿𝗮𝘀 𝗦𝗮𝗻𝘁𝗼𝘀, this essay builds a case for why Doc PenPen’s nomination as a 𝗡𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻𝗮𝗹 𝗔𝗿𝘁𝗶𝘀𝘁 𝗳𝗼𝗿 𝗟𝗶𝘁𝗲𝗿𝗮𝘁𝘂𝗿𝗲 is "𝗹𝗼𝗻𝗴 𝗼𝘃𝗲𝗿𝗱𝘂𝗲," adding credibility through his 𝗴𝗹𝗼𝗯𝗮𝗹 𝗶𝗺𝗽𝗮𝗰𝘁, 𝗰𝗵𝗮𝗿𝗶𝘁𝗮𝗯𝗹𝗲 𝘄𝗼𝗿𝗸𝘀, and 𝘁𝗿𝗮𝗻𝘀𝗳𝗼𝗿𝗺𝗮𝘁𝗶𝘃𝗲 𝗽𝗼𝘄𝗲𝗿.

𝗗𝗼𝗰 𝗣𝗲𝗻𝗣𝗲𝗻'𝘀 𝗞𝗲𝘆 𝗖𝗼𝗻𝘁𝗿𝗶𝗯𝘂𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻𝘀 𝘁𝗼 𝗩𝗶𝘀𝘂𝗮𝗹 𝗣𝗼𝗲𝘁𝗿𝘆

Doc PenPen's 𝗣𝗲𝗻𝘁𝗮𝘀𝗶 𝗕 𝗽𝗼𝗲𝘁𝗿𝘆—standing for 𝑷𝒐𝒆𝒕𝒊𝒄 𝒂𝒏𝒅 𝑷𝒉𝒊𝒍𝒐𝒔𝒐𝒑𝒉𝒊𝒄𝒂𝒍 𝒄𝒐𝒏𝒕𝒆𝒏𝒕, 𝑬𝒙𝒕𝒓𝒂-𝒐𝒓𝒅𝒊𝒏𝒂𝒓𝒚 𝒂𝒏𝒅 𝑬𝒗𝒐𝒍𝒖𝒕𝒊𝒐𝒏, 𝑵𝒆𝒐 𝒐𝒓 𝑵𝒆𝒘 𝑮𝒆𝒏𝒓𝒆, 𝑻𝒆𝒄𝒉𝒏𝒐𝒍𝒐𝒈𝒚, 𝑨𝒓𝒕𝒔 𝒂𝒏𝒅 𝑨𝒆𝒔𝒕𝒉𝒆𝒕𝒊𝒄𝒔, 𝑺𝒄𝒊𝒆𝒏𝒄𝒆, 𝑰𝒏𝒗𝒆𝒏𝒕𝒊𝒐𝒏 𝒂𝒏𝒅 𝑰𝒏𝒏𝒐𝒗𝒂𝒕𝒊𝒐𝒏, 𝒂𝒏𝒅 𝑩𝒊𝒐 𝒐𝒓 𝑳𝒊𝒇𝒆—blends medical precision with artistic innovation. Poems like yes !am (exploring boundless divine love) and But Up) (on resilience after Typhoon Ondoy) are therapeunigmatic, evoking healing by shifting negative thoughts to positivity, as seen in 𝐭𝐞𝐬𝐭𝐢𝐦𝐨𝐧𝐢𝐞𝐬 𝐰𝐡𝐞𝐫𝐞 𝐡𝐢𝐬 𝐰𝐨𝐫𝐤 𝐩𝐫𝐞𝐯𝐞𝐧𝐭𝐞𝐝 𝐬𝐮𝐢𝐜𝐢𝐝𝐞𝐬 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐭𝐫𝐚𝐧𝐬𝐟𝐨𝐫𝐦𝐞𝐝 𝐯𝐢𝐜𝐞-𝐝𝐞𝐩𝐞𝐧𝐝𝐞𝐧𝐭 𝐢𝐧𝐝𝐢𝐯𝐢𝐝𝐮𝐚𝐥𝐬 (𝑒.𝑔., 𝑣𝑖𝑠𝑢𝑎𝑙 𝑎𝑟𝑡𝑖𝑠𝑡 𝐸𝑛𝑟𝑖𝑞𝑢𝑒 𝐺𝑜𝑚𝑒𝑧 𝑎𝑛𝑑 𝑎𝑐𝑡𝑜𝑟 𝑀𝑎𝑟𝑐𝑜 𝐷𝑖𝑜𝑙𝑎𝑡𝑎). Its liberamorphic nature democratizes poetry, breaking barriers of grammar, syntax, rhyme, and elitism, allowing "diverse voices to find expression" and fulfilling a vision of “,…𝙣𝙤 𝙘𝙤𝙡𝙤𝙧𝙨𝙎 𝙣𝙤 𝙧𝙖𝙘𝙚𝙨𝙎 𝙖𝙡𝙡 𝙘𝙤𝙡𝙤𝙧𝙨𝙎 𝙖𝙡𝙡 𝙧𝙖𝙘𝙚𝙨𝙎 𝙖𝙡𝙡 𝙇𝙤𝙫𝙚𝙨𝙎 𝙀𝙢𝙗𝙧𝙖𝙘𝙚𝙨𝙎,…..”

• 𝗚𝗹𝗼𝗯𝗮𝗹 𝗥𝗲𝗮𝗰𝗵 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗖𝗵𝗮𝗿𝗶𝘁𝘆: He founded one of the world's largest poetry groups, 𝗿𝗮𝗹𝗹𝘆𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗽𝗼𝗲𝘁𝘀 𝗳𝗿𝗼𝗺 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗣𝗵𝗶𝗹𝗶𝗽𝗽𝗶𝗻𝗲𝘀 𝘁𝗼 𝗔𝗻𝘁𝗮𝗿𝗰𝘁𝗶𝗰𝗮. His three-volume Pentasi B anthologies were donated to libraries in over eight countries (e.g., National Library of China in 2019, University of British Columbia in 2012), with one set auctioned for $30,000 in the U.S. (2012) to fund education for underprivileged students.

• 𝗛𝗲𝗮𝗹𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗨𝗻𝗶𝘁𝘆: Rooted in humanistic transcendentalism, his poetry promotes global harmony, aligning with prophecies like William Shakespeare's and Jose Rizal's visions for Philippine literary prominence, positioning the country as the “𝐏𝐨𝐞𝐭𝐫𝐲 𝐇𝐞𝐚𝐫𝐭 𝐨𝐟 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐖𝐨𝐫𝐥𝐝.”

𝗪𝗵𝘆 𝗛𝗲 𝗶𝘀 𝗥𝗲𝗰𝗼𝗴𝗻𝗶𝘇𝗲𝗱 𝗮𝘀 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗙𝗮𝘁𝗵𝗲𝗿 𝗼𝗳 𝗩𝗶𝘀𝘂𝗮𝗹 𝗣𝗼𝗲𝘁𝗿𝘆 𝗶𝗻 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝟮𝟭𝘀𝘁 𝗖𝗲𝗻𝘁𝘂𝗿𝘆

Doc PenPen's titles—"Father and King of Visual Poetry," "Driisya Kavita Chakravarty" (India), "Shijue Shige zhi Fu" (China), "Görsel Şiir Babası" (Turkey), "Il Padre Della Poesia Visuale" (Italy), and "Anyuinsem Agya" (Ghana)—were conferred by international poets and institutions from 2011 onward:

• 𝟐𝟎𝟏𝟏: "Father of Philippine Visual Poetry" in the Philippines;

• 𝟐𝟎𝟏𝟐: "Father of Visual Poetry" in British Columbia, Canada;

• 𝟐𝟎𝟏𝟑: "Father of Visual Poetry" by the National Library of the Philippines;

• 𝟐𝟎𝟏𝟒: Görsel Şiir Babası in Turkey;

• 𝟐𝟎𝟏𝟓: Recognized as "Father of Visual Poetry" at Enverga University, Lucena City, Quezon, Philippines;

• 𝟐𝟎𝟏𝟔: "Anyuinsem Agya" in Ghana;

• 𝟐𝟎𝟏𝟔: "Il Padre Della Poesia Visuale" in Italy;

• 𝟐𝟎𝟏𝟕: "Driisya Kavita Chakravarty" (King of Visual Poetry) in India;

• 𝟐𝟎𝟏𝟖: "King of Kings of Visionary Poetry" by International Humanity Conference, Ghana, Africa;

• 𝟐𝟎𝟏𝟗: Recognized as "Padre de la Poesía Visual" during its Recognition and Honors Program in Mexico;

• 𝟐𝟎𝟏𝟗: "Shijue Shige zhi Fu" Sophy Chen World Poetry Award presented by Gao Jianbin, Director of the International School for Foreign Languages at the Xi’an Hotel in China;

• 𝟐𝟎𝟐𝟎: Literary Excellence at Par With Global Standards, India;

• 𝟐𝟎𝟐𝟏: Literary Luminaries Award from School of Arts and Poetry;

• 𝟐𝟎𝟐𝟐: "Robert Burns International Literary Prize" (Scotland - USA);

• 𝟐𝟎𝟐𝟑: "Honorary Diploma For Contribution to World Culture" Russia, Nizhny Novgorod;

• 𝟐𝟎𝟐𝟑: Father of Visual Poetry - Iconic Pinoy Mahalika, Dubai;

• 𝟐𝟎𝟐𝟒: Master Epitacio Tongohan Recognition for Society Literacy and Humanity, Puerto Rico;

• 𝟐𝟎𝟐𝟒: Asia's Most Esteemed and Most Beloved Visual Poet of The Year, Philippines;

• 𝟐𝟎𝟐𝟒: Tanay Municipal Council (Sangguniang Bayan) Resolution Number 43, nominating Doc PenPen to the Order of National Artists for Literature (Poetry) and conferring on him the title Father and King of Visual Poetry, Philippines;

and from Europe, North Africa, Central Asia, and South America — including Kosovo, Uzbekistan, Tunisia, Morocco, Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan, Bolivia, and Puerto Rico, among others.

These honors stem from his role in defining visual poetry as a living, interactive force, unlike the static forms of his predecessors. His therapeunigmatic and liberamorphic innovations empower audiences, making poetry a tool for personal and societal transformation.

𝗕𝗘𝗬𝗢𝗡𝗗 𝗧𝗛𝗘 𝗖𝗔𝗡𝗢𝗡: 𝗧𝗛𝗘 𝗪𝗜𝗦𝗗𝗢𝗠 𝗢𝗙 𝗗𝗥. 𝗟𝗜𝗟𝗬 𝗥𝗢𝗦𝗘 𝗧𝗢𝗣𝗘 𝗢𝗡 𝗗𝗢𝗖 𝗣𝗘𝗡𝗣𝗘𝗡, 𝗙𝗔𝗧𝗛𝗘𝗥 𝗢𝗙 𝗩𝗜𝗦𝗨𝗔𝗟 𝗣𝗢𝗘𝗧𝗥𝗬

𝗗𝗿. 𝗟𝗶𝗹𝘆 𝗥𝗼𝘀𝗲 𝗧𝗼𝗽𝗲, a respected scholar of Comparative Literature and professor at the University of the Philippines, delivered a pivotal critique at the 𝟮𝟬𝟭𝟯 𝗣𝗲𝗻𝘁𝗮𝘀𝗶 𝗕 𝗛𝗶𝘀𝘁𝗼𝗿𝗶𝗰𝗮𝗹 𝗙𝗼𝗿𝘂𝗺, sponsored by the 𝗡𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻𝗮𝗹 𝗟𝗶𝗯𝗿𝗮𝗿𝘆 and the 𝗡𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻𝗮𝗹 𝗠𝘂𝘀𝗲𝘂𝗺 𝗼𝗳 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗣𝗵𝗶𝗹𝗶𝗽𝗽𝗶𝗻𝗲𝘀, under the leadership of former Director 𝗔𝘁𝘁𝘆. 𝗔𝗻𝘁𝗼𝗻𝗶𝗼 𝗠. 𝗦𝗮𝗻𝘁𝗼𝘀. Her words directly confronted the dominance of the literary 𝗖𝗔𝗡𝗢𝗡 and elevated the people’s voice in honoring poets like 𝗗𝗼𝗰 𝗣𝗲𝗻𝗣𝗲𝗻.

She began by exposing the nature of the Canon:

“…𝑺𝒂 𝒂𝒕𝒊𝒏𝒈 𝒌𝒖𝒍𝒕𝒖𝒓𝒂 𝒌𝒂𝒔𝒊, 𝒔𝒂 𝒌𝒖𝒍𝒕𝒖𝒓𝒂 𝒏𝒈 𝑷𝒂𝒏𝒊𝒕𝒊𝒌𝒂𝒏, 𝒎𝒆𝒓𝒐𝒏 𝒕𝒂𝒚𝒐𝒏𝒈 𝒕𝒊𝒏𝒂𝒕𝒂𝒘𝒂𝒈 𝒏𝒂 𝑪𝑨𝑵𝑶𝑵. ‘𝒀𝒖𝒏𝒈 𝑪𝑨𝑵𝑶𝑵 𝒔𝒊𝒍𝒂 𝒚𝒖𝒏𝒈 𝒏𝒂𝒈𝒕𝒂𝒕𝒂𝒌𝒅𝒂 𝒌𝒖𝒏𝒈 𝒔𝒊𝒏𝒐 𝒂𝒏𝒈 𝒊𝒎𝒑𝒐𝒓𝒕𝒂𝒏𝒕𝒆 𝒂𝒕 𝒌𝒖𝒏𝒈 𝒔𝒊𝒏𝒐 𝒂𝒏𝒈 𝒉𝒊𝒏𝒅𝒊. 𝑵𝒈𝒂𝒚𝒐𝒏, 𝒂𝒏𝒈 𝒑𝒓𝒐𝒃𝒍𝒆𝒎𝒂 𝒔𝒂 𝑪𝑨𝑵𝑶𝑵, 𝒉𝒊𝒏𝒅𝒊 𝒏𝒊𝒍𝒂 𝒌𝒊𝒏𝒐𝒌𝒐𝒏𝒔𝒖𝒍𝒕𝒂 𝒚𝒖𝒏𝒈 𝒎𝒂𝒔𝒂—𝒚𝒖𝒏𝒈 𝒎𝒈𝒂 𝒃𝒖𝒎𝒂𝒃𝒂𝒔𝒂. 𝑲𝒖𝒏𝒈 𝒔𝒊𝒏𝒐 𝒚𝒖𝒏𝒈 𝒈𝒖𝒔𝒕𝒐 𝒏𝒊𝒍𝒂, 𝒌𝒖𝒏𝒈 𝒔𝒊𝒏𝒐 𝒔𝒊𝒍𝒂, 𝒌𝒖𝒏𝒈 𝒔𝒊𝒏𝒐 𝒚𝒖𝒏𝒈 𝒏𝒂𝒑𝒂𝒈𝒅𝒆𝒔𝒊𝒔𝒚𝒖𝒏𝒂𝒏 𝒏𝒊𝒍𝒂 𝒏𝒂 𝒎𝒂𝒈𝒂𝒍𝒊𝒏𝒈, ‘𝒚𝒖𝒏 𝒏𝒂 ‘𝒚𝒖𝒏.”

(“…Now, the problem with the CANON is that they do not consult the masses, the readers. Whoever they want, whoever they are, whoever they have decided is excellent, that’s it.”)

Dr. Tope stressed that the CANON decides value without consulting the true lifeblood of literature: the readers. Against this exclusionary system, she pointed to the alternative offered by Pentasi B:

“𝑨𝒏𝒈 𝒌𝒂𝒈𝒂𝒏𝒅𝒂𝒉𝒂𝒏 𝒔𝒂 𝑷𝑬𝑵𝑻𝑨𝑺𝑰 𝑩 𝒂𝒚 𝒘𝒂𝒍𝒂 𝒅𝒊𝒕𝒐 ‘𝒚𝒖𝒏𝒈 𝑪𝒂𝒏𝒐𝒏 … 𝑯𝒊𝒏𝒅𝒊 𝒊𝒕𝒐 𝒂𝒏𝒈 𝑪𝒂𝒏𝒐𝒏. 𝑯𝒊𝒏𝒅𝒊 𝑪𝒂𝒏𝒐𝒏 𝒂𝒏𝒈 𝒎𝒂𝒈𝒕𝒂𝒕𝒂𝒌𝒅𝒂 𝒅𝒖𝒏 𝒔𝒂 𝒕𝒆𝒓𝒎 [𝑭𝒂𝒕𝒉𝒆𝒓 𝒐𝒇 𝑽𝒊𝒔𝒖𝒂𝒍 𝑷𝒐𝒆𝒕𝒓𝒚] 𝒏𝒂 ‘𝒚𝒖𝒏 𝒌𝒂𝒚 𝑫𝒐𝒄 𝑷𝒆𝒏𝑷𝒆𝒏. 𝑨𝒏𝒈 𝒎𝒂𝒈𝒕𝒂𝒕𝒂𝒌𝒅𝒂 𝒏𝒖𝒏, 𝒌𝒂𝒚𝒐. 𝑲𝒂𝒚𝒐!”

For Dr. Tope, Doc PenPen’s recognition does not—and should not—depend on Palanca Awards, NCCA, or CCP. It arises from the people who read and experience his work.

“𝑲𝒖𝒏𝒈 𝒔𝒂 𝒊𝒏𝒚𝒐 𝒂𝒚 𝒏𝒂𝒈𝒂𝒈𝒂𝒏𝒅𝒂𝒉𝒂𝒏 𝒌𝒂𝒚𝒐 𝒔𝒂 𝒔𝒊𝒏𝒖𝒔𝒖𝒍𝒂𝒕 𝒏𝒊𝒚𝒂, 𝒂𝒕 𝒕𝒂𝒍𝒂𝒈𝒂 𝒏𝒂𝒎𝒂𝒏𝒈 𝒔𝒊𝒚𝒂 𝒂𝒏𝒈 𝒖𝒏𝒂𝒏𝒈 𝒈𝒖𝒎𝒂𝒈𝒂𝒘𝒂 𝒏𝒊𝒕𝒐𝒏𝒈 𝒌𝒖𝒏𝒈 𝒂𝒏𝒖𝒎𝒂𝒏 𝒚𝒖𝒏𝒈 𝒈𝒊𝒏𝒂𝒈𝒂𝒘𝒂 𝒏𝒊𝒚𝒂… 𝒉𝒊𝒏𝒅𝒊 𝒕𝒂𝒚𝒐 𝒌𝒂𝒊𝒍𝒂𝒏𝒈𝒂𝒏𝒈 𝒎𝒂𝒈𝒉𝒊𝒏𝒕𝒂𝒚 𝒏𝒈 𝒃𝒂𝒔𝒃𝒂𝒔 𝒏𝒈 𝒎𝒈𝒂 𝒂𝒖𝒕𝒉𝒐𝒓𝒊𝒕𝒊𝒆𝒔, 𝒊𝒌𝒂 𝒏𝒈𝒂, 𝒐 𝒚𝒖𝒏𝒈 𝒎𝒈𝒂 𝒎𝒂𝒏𝒖𝒏𝒖𝒍𝒂 𝒏𝒂 𝒏𝒂𝒔𝒂 𝑪𝒂𝒏𝒐𝒏. 𝑯𝒊𝒏𝒅𝒊 𝒏𝒂𝒕𝒊𝒏 𝒔𝒊𝒍𝒂 𝒌𝒂𝒊𝒍𝒂𝒏𝒈𝒂𝒏.”

This was her firm stand: literary greatness is not dictated by institutions, but by the community of readers who find truth and innovation in the poet’s creations.

She underlined the deeper meaning of the title “Ama” (Father) given to Doc PenPen:

“𝑺𝒐, 𝒊𝒕𝒐𝒏𝒈 𝒕𝒆𝒓𝒎 𝒏𝒂 ‘𝑨𝒎𝒂’ 𝒑𝒂𝒓𝒂 𝒌𝒂𝒚 𝑫𝒐𝒄 𝑷𝒆𝒏𝑷𝒆𝒏, 𝑰 𝒕𝒉𝒊𝒏𝒌, 𝒉𝒊𝒏𝒅𝒊 𝒊𝒕𝒐 𝒈𝒂𝒍𝒊𝒏𝒈 𝒔𝒂 𝑵𝑪𝑪𝑨, 𝒉𝒊𝒏𝒅𝒊 𝒊𝒕𝒐 𝒈𝒂𝒍𝒊𝒏𝒈 𝒔𝒂 𝑪𝑪𝑷, 𝒉𝒊𝒏𝒅𝒊 𝒊𝒕𝒐 𝒈𝒂𝒍𝒊𝒏𝒈 𝒔𝒂 𝑷𝒂𝒍𝒂𝒏𝒄𝒂, 𝒊𝒕𝒐 𝒂𝒚 𝒈𝒂𝒍𝒊𝒏𝒈 𝒔𝒂 𝒊𝒏𝒚𝒐. 𝑺𝒐, 𝒔𝒂 𝒂𝒌𝒊𝒏, 𝒎𝒂𝒔 𝒎𝒂𝒌𝒂𝒉𝒖𝒍𝒖𝒈𝒂𝒏, 𝒃𝒊𝒍𝒂𝒏𝒈 𝒔𝒄𝒉𝒐𝒍𝒂𝒓, 𝒃𝒊𝒍𝒂𝒏𝒈 𝒈𝒖𝒓𝒐 𝒏𝒈 𝒍𝒊𝒕𝒆𝒓𝒂𝒕𝒖𝒓𝒂, 𝒔𝒂 𝒂𝒌𝒊𝒏 𝒎𝒂𝒔 𝒎𝒂𝒉𝒂𝒍𝒂𝒈𝒂 ‘𝒚𝒖𝒏. 𝑲𝒖𝒏𝒈 𝒂𝒏𝒈 𝒎𝒂𝒎𝒃𝒂𝒃𝒂𝒔𝒂 𝒎𝒊𝒔𝒎𝒐 𝒏𝒖𝒏𝒈 𝒂𝒌𝒅𝒂 𝒏𝒂 ‘𝒚𝒖𝒏 𝒂𝒏𝒈 𝒎𝒂𝒈𝒃𝒊𝒃𝒊𝒈𝒂𝒚 𝒔𝒂 𝒌𝒂𝒏𝒚𝒂 𝒏𝒈 𝒕𝒆𝒓𝒎 𝒏𝒂 ‘𝑨𝒎𝒂,’ 𝒎𝒂𝒔 𝒎𝒂𝒌𝒂𝒉𝒖𝒍𝒖𝒈𝒂𝒏 ‘𝒚𝒖𝒏, 𝒌𝒂𝒚𝒔𝒂 𝑷𝒂𝒍𝒂𝒏𝒄𝒂, 𝒐𝒓 𝑵𝑪𝑪𝑨, 𝒐𝒓 𝑪𝑪𝑷.”

In that declaration, Dr. Tope affirmed both the legitimacy and significance of Doc PenPen’s title as Father of Visual Poetry—a recognition grounded not in canonized hierarchies, but in authentic reception and appreciation by people across nations.

Her critique of the CANON and her acknowledgment of Doc PenPen stand as one of the most powerful affirmations of grassroots literary validation: a call to honor originality, creativity, and genuine impact over institutional gatekeeping.

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𝗔 𝗡𝗮𝗿𝗿𝗮𝘁𝗶𝘃𝗲 𝗦𝘆𝗻𝘁𝗵𝗲𝘀𝗶𝘀: 𝗥𝗶𝘇𝗮𝗹 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗗𝗼𝗰 𝗣𝗲𝗻𝗣𝗲𝗻 𝗼𝗻 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗩𝗮𝗹𝘂𝗲 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗛𝗼𝗿𝗶𝘇𝗼𝗻𝘀 𝗼𝗳 𝗟𝗮𝗻𝗴𝘂𝗮𝗴𝗲

“𝑨𝒏𝒈 𝒎𝒂𝒈𝒎𝒂𝒉𝒂𝒍 𝒏𝒈 𝒔𝒂𝒓𝒊𝒍𝒊𝒏𝒈 𝒘𝒊𝒌𝒂 𝒂𝒚 𝒎𝒂𝒈𝒂𝒏𝒅𝒂

𝑵𝒈𝒖𝒏𝒊𝒕 𝒂𝒏𝒈 𝒎𝒂𝒈-𝒂𝒓𝒂𝒍 𝒏𝒈 𝒊𝒃𝒂’𝒕-𝒊𝒃𝒂 𝒑𝒂𝒏𝒈 𝒘𝒊𝒌𝒂

𝒂𝒚 𝒉𝒊𝒈𝒊𝒕 𝒏𝒂 𝒎𝒂𝒈𝒂𝒏𝒅𝒂 𝒂𝒕 𝒌𝒂𝒑𝒂𝒌𝒊-𝒑𝒂𝒌𝒊𝒏𝒂𝒃𝒂𝒏𝒈 𝒔𝒂 𝒎𝒐𝒅𝒆𝒓𝒏𝒐𝒏𝒈 𝒑𝒂𝒏𝒂𝒉𝒐𝒏

𝑵𝒈𝒖𝒏𝒊𝒕 𝒂𝒏𝒈 𝒕𝒖𝒎𝒖𝒌𝒍𝒂𝒔 𝒂𝒕 𝒎𝒂𝒈-𝒊𝒎𝒃𝒆𝒏𝒕𝒐 𝒏𝒈 𝒎𝒈𝒂 𝒃𝒂𝒈𝒐𝒏𝒈 𝒘𝒊𝒌𝒂

𝒐 𝒎𝒈𝒂 𝒍𝒆𝒏𝒈𝒘𝒂𝒉𝒆𝒏𝒈 𝒑𝒂𝒏𝒈𝒌𝒂𝒍𝒂𝒘𝒂𝒌𝒂𝒏 𝒂𝒚 𝒏𝒂𝒕𝒖𝒕𝒖𝒍𝒂𝒅

𝒔𝒂 𝑴𝒂𝒃𝒂𝒏𝒈𝒐 𝒂𝒕 𝑴𝒂𝒍𝒂𝒚𝒂𝒏𝒈 𝑷𝒊𝒍𝒊𝒑𝒊𝒏𝒐𝒏𝒈 𝑰𝒔𝒅𝒂.”

— 𝑫𝒐𝒄 𝑷𝒆𝒏𝑷𝒆𝒏, 2008

“𝑨𝒏𝒈 𝒉𝒊𝒏𝒅𝒊 𝒎𝒂𝒓𝒖𝒏𝒐𝒏𝒈 𝒎𝒂𝒈𝒎𝒂𝒉𝒂𝒍 𝒔𝒂 𝒔𝒂𝒓𝒊𝒍𝒊𝒏𝒈 𝒘𝒊𝒌𝒂, 𝒎𝒂𝒔𝒂𝒉𝒐𝒍 𝒑𝒂 𝒔𝒂 𝒉𝒂𝒚𝒐𝒑 𝒂𝒕 𝒎𝒂𝒍𝒂𝒏𝒔𝒂𝒏𝒈 𝒊𝒔𝒅𝒂.”

— 𝑫𝒓. 𝑱𝒐𝒔𝒆́ 𝑹𝒊𝒛𝒂𝒍, 1889 (𝒂𝒕𝒕𝒓𝒊𝒃𝒖𝒕𝒆𝒅)

𝗗𝗿. 𝗝𝗼𝘀𝗲́ 𝗥𝗶𝘇𝗮𝗹’𝘀 oft-cited dictum has for more than a century stood as a cornerstone of Filipino identity: the love of one’s native tongue is indispensable to dignity and humanity itself. His image of one who neglects their language being “worse than an animal and a stinking fish” is deliberately jarring, crafted to awaken a colonized people to the moral and cultural necessity of cherishing their own speech. It is a saying that is powerful in its singularity and national focus, embedding language at the very heart of nationhood.

𝗗𝗼𝗰 𝗣𝗲𝗻𝗣𝗲𝗻’𝘀 2008 reflection, however, begins from the same acknowledgment—that love for one’s native language is beautiful—but boldly expands the horizon of linguistic responsibility. For him, true vitality lies not only in treasuring one’s mother tongue, but in embracing multilingualism and the opportunities it offers in a globalized and technologically driven world. More radically still, he imagines the invention of entirely new languages, even those designed for cosmic, interplanetary communication with alien civilizations. In this vision, language becomes not only a cultural artifact but a bridge toward uncharted worlds, an evolutionary leap that celebrates creativity, adaptability, and boundless discovery.

Placed side by side, the sayings illuminate two complementary but distinct philosophies.

𝗥𝗶𝘇𝗮𝗹 speaks from the urgency of the 𝗻𝗶𝗻𝗲𝘁𝗲𝗲𝗻𝘁𝗵 𝗰𝗲𝗻𝘁𝘂𝗿𝘆, where colonized Filipinos risked losing their very 𝘀𝗼𝘂𝗹 through the erosion of their 𝗻𝗮𝘁𝗶𝘃𝗲 𝘀𝗽𝗲𝗲𝗰𝗵. His is a foundational call to 𝗽𝗿𝗲𝘀𝗲𝗿𝘃𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 and 𝗳𝗶𝗱𝗲𝗹𝗶𝘁𝘆. 𝗗𝗼𝗰 𝗣𝗲𝗻𝗣𝗲𝗻, speaking in the 𝘁𝘄𝗲𝗻𝘁𝘆-𝗳𝗶𝗿𝘀𝘁 𝗰𝗲𝗻𝘁𝘂𝗿𝘆, echoes this foundation but extends it toward 𝗱𝘆𝗻𝗮𝗺𝗶𝗰 𝗴𝗿𝗼𝘄𝘁𝗵, 𝘂𝗻𝗶𝘃𝗲𝗿𝘀𝗮𝗹 𝗼𝗽𝗲𝗻𝗻𝗲𝘀𝘀, and 𝗳𝘂𝘁𝘂𝗿𝗶𝘀𝘁𝗶𝗰 𝗶𝗻𝗻𝗼𝘃𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻. Whereas 𝗥𝗶𝘇𝗮𝗹 anchors 𝗶𝗱𝗲𝗻𝘁𝗶𝘁𝘆 in the defense of 𝗵𝗲𝗿𝗶𝘁𝗮𝗴𝗲, 𝗗𝗼𝗰 𝗣𝗲𝗻𝗣𝗲𝗻 situates 𝗶𝗱𝗲𝗻𝘁𝗶𝘁𝘆 within an 𝗲𝘃𝗲𝗿-𝗲𝘅𝗽𝗮𝗻𝗱𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗰𝗼𝘀𝗺𝗼𝘀, where 𝗹𝗶𝗻𝗴𝘂𝗶𝘀𝘁𝗶𝗰 𝗰𝗿𝗲𝗮𝘁𝗶𝘃𝗶𝘁𝘆 is both 𝘀𝘂𝗿𝘃𝗶𝘃𝗮𝗹 and 𝘁𝗿𝗮𝗻𝘀𝗰𝗲𝗻𝗱𝗲𝗻𝗰𝗲.

𝗧𝗵𝗲𝗿𝗲 𝗶𝘀 𝗻𝗼 𝗼𝗽𝗽𝗼𝘀𝗶𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝗵𝗲𝗿𝗲, only a 𝗰𝗼𝗻𝘁𝗶𝗻𝘂𝘂𝗺. 𝗥𝗶𝘇𝗮𝗹 provides the 𝗿𝗼𝗼𝘁𝘀: 𝗹𝗮𝗻𝗴𝘂𝗮𝗴𝗲 as the unshakable ground of 𝗰𝘂𝗹𝘁𝘂𝗿𝗮𝗹 𝗽𝗿𝗶𝗱𝗲 and 𝗱𝗶𝗴𝗻𝗶𝘁𝘆. 𝗗𝗼𝗰 𝗣𝗲𝗻𝗣𝗲𝗻 offers the 𝘄𝗶𝗻𝗴𝘀: 𝗹𝗮𝗻𝗴𝘂𝗮𝗴𝗲 as a 𝘁𝗿𝗮𝗻𝘀𝗳𝗼𝗿𝗺𝗮𝘁𝗶𝘃𝗲, 𝗶𝗻𝗻𝗼𝘃𝗮𝘁𝗶𝘃𝗲 𝗳𝗼𝗿𝗰𝗲 that can transcend 𝗲𝗮𝗿𝘁𝗵𝗹𝘆 𝗯𝗼𝗿𝗱𝗲𝗿𝘀, reaching toward 𝗶𝗻𝘁𝗲𝗿𝗽𝗹𝗮𝗻𝗲𝘁𝗮𝗿𝘆 𝗱𝗶𝗮𝗹𝗼𝗴𝘂𝗲 and 𝗮𝗹𝗶𝗲𝗻-𝘄𝗼𝗿𝗹𝗱 𝗰𝗼𝗺𝗺𝘂𝗻𝗶𝗰𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻. One grounds the 𝗙𝗶𝗹𝗶𝗽𝗶𝗻𝗼 in 𝗵𝗶𝘀𝘁𝗼𝗿𝘆, the other propels the 𝗙𝗶𝗹𝗶𝗽𝗶𝗻𝗼 into the 𝗳𝘂𝘁𝘂𝗿𝗲. Together, they affirm the timeless truth that 𝗹𝗮𝗻𝗴𝘂𝗮𝗴𝗲 is both 𝗮𝗻𝗰𝗵𝗼𝗿 and 𝗵𝗼𝗿𝗶𝘇𝗼𝗻 — preserving who we are while enabling us to imagine who we may yet become, whether on 𝗘𝗮𝗿𝘁𝗵 or among the 𝘀𝘁𝗮𝗿𝘀.

𝗘𝗮𝗿𝗹𝗶𝗲𝘀𝘁 𝗙𝗶𝘃𝗲 𝗙𝗮𝗺𝗼𝘂𝘀 𝗩𝗶𝘀𝘂𝗮𝗹 𝗣𝗼𝗲𝘁𝘀 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗪𝗵𝘆 𝗧𝗵𝗲𝘆 𝗪𝗲𝗿𝗲 𝗡𝗼𝘁 𝗗𝗲𝗰𝗹𝗮𝗿𝗲𝗱 𝗙𝗮𝘁𝗵𝗲𝗿/𝗞𝗶𝗻𝗴

𝗦𝗶𝗺𝗺𝗶𝗮𝘀 𝗼𝗳 𝗥𝗵𝗼𝗱𝗲𝘀 (ca. 300 BCE): Created technopaegnia like "The Axe" and "The Egg," shaping text to match subjects. Not declared Father/King due to the absence of a formalized visual poetry genre in Hellenistic times; his works were novelties, not part of a global movement.

𝗚𝗲𝗼𝗿𝗴𝗲 𝗛𝗲𝗿𝗯𝗲𝗿𝘁 (1593–1633): Pattern poems like "Easter Wings" and "The Altar" used shapes for religious symbolism. Limited to metaphysical poetry traditions; no institutional framework for such titles existed.

𝗚𝘂𝗶𝗹𝗹𝗮𝘂𝗺𝗲 𝗔𝗽𝗼𝗹𝗹𝗶𝗻𝗮𝗶𝗿𝗲 (1880–1918): Calligrammes shaped poems like objects (e.g., a fountain). Part of avant-garde experiments, not a distinct genre; lacked global advocacy networks.

𝗝𝗼𝘀𝗲 𝗚𝗮𝗿𝗰𝗶𝗮 𝗩𝗶𝗹𝗹𝗮 (1908–1997): "Comma poems" inserted commas for rhythm (e.g., "In, my, undream, of, death"), likened to pointillism. Influence waned due to modernist obscurity and lack of ethnic resonance; no visual poetry-specific titles.

𝗲.𝗲. 𝗰𝘂𝗺𝗺𝗶𝗻𝗴𝘀 (1894–1962): Typographical disruptions in poems like "r-p-o-p-h-e-s-s-a-g-r." Embedded in modernism; not focused on a global, healing genre.

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𝗪𝗵𝘆 𝗗𝗼𝗰 𝗣𝗲𝗻𝗣𝗲𝗻 𝗦𝘂𝗿𝗽𝗮𝘀𝘀𝗲𝘀 𝗧𝗵𝗲𝘀𝗲 𝗣𝗼𝗲𝘁𝘀

Doc PenPen builds on their foundations but elevates visual poetry through 𝘁𝗵𝗲𝗿𝗮𝗽𝗲𝘂𝗻𝗶𝗴𝗺𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗰 healing (e.g., multiangular readings that reveal new meanings, fostering resilience) and 𝗹𝗶𝗯𝗲𝗿𝗮𝗺𝗼𝗿𝗽𝗵𝗶𝗰 freedom (anti-canon, inclusive forms). His global Pentasi B movement contrasts with their localized scopes. Here's an updated comparison table:

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𝗦𝗶𝗺𝗺𝗶𝗮𝘀 𝗼𝗳 𝗥𝗵𝗼𝗱𝗲𝘀

• Innovation: Shaped technopaegnia as literary novelties

• Surpassed by Doc PenPen: Multidimensional, therapeunigmatic forms that heal and transform globally

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𝗚𝗲𝗼𝗿𝗴𝗲 𝗛𝗲𝗿𝗯𝗲𝗿𝘁

• Innovation: Religious pattern poems like "The Altar"

• Surpassed by Doc PenPen: Integrates science/philosophy for holistic mind-body-spirit impact; liberamorphic accessibility beyond static shapes

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𝗚𝘂𝗶𝗹𝗹𝗮𝘂𝗺𝗲 𝗔𝗽𝗼𝗹𝗹𝗶𝗻𝗮𝗶𝗿𝗲

• Innovation: Calligrammes blending typography and imagery

• Surpassed by Doc PenPen: Adds multisensory, global unity themes; democratized for masses unlike elite avant-garde

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𝗝𝗼𝘀𝗲 𝗚𝗮𝗿𝗰𝗶𝗮 𝗩𝗶𝗹𝗹𝗮

• Innovation: Comma poems disrupting rhythm

• Surpassed by Doc PenPen: Multiangular innovations (oo. sa mga retaso); liberamorphic vision fulfills Philippine literary prophecy

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𝗲.𝗲. 𝗰𝘂𝗺𝗺𝗶𝗻𝗴𝘀

• Innovation: Typographical fragmentation

• Surpassed by Doc PenPen: Blends art with math/science for infinite evolution; therapeunigmatic real-life transformations

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𝗥𝗲𝗮𝘀𝗼𝗻𝘀 𝗳𝗼𝗿 𝘀𝘂𝗿𝗽𝗮𝘀𝘀𝗺𝗲𝗻𝘁 include historical context (pre-modern genre absence), lack of global movements, and no formal conferments—contrasted with Doc PenPen's institutional accolades.

𝗪𝗵𝘆 𝗗𝗼𝗰 𝗣𝗲𝗻𝗣𝗲𝗻 𝗦𝘂𝗿𝗽𝗮𝘀𝘀𝗲𝗱 𝗝𝗼𝘀𝗲 𝗚𝗮𝗿𝗰𝗶𝗮 𝗩𝗶𝗹𝗹𝗮’𝘀 𝗖𝗼𝗺𝗺𝗮 𝗣𝗼𝗲𝗺𝘀, 𝗔𝗰𝗰𝗼𝗿𝗱𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝘁𝗼 𝗥𝗼𝗴𝗲𝗹𝗶𝗼 𝗟. 𝗢𝗿𝗱𝗼ñ𝗲𝘇

𝗢𝗿𝗱𝗼ñ𝗲𝘇, a noted scholar, assessed Doc PenPen's 𝑜𝑜. 𝑠𝑎 𝑚𝑔𝑎 𝑟𝑒𝑡𝑎𝑠𝑜 as surpassing 𝗝𝗼𝘀𝗲 𝗚𝗮𝗿𝗰𝗶𝗮 𝗩𝗶𝗹𝗹𝗮’𝘀 comma poems:

“This poem is unique (referring to 𝑜𝑜. 𝑠𝑎 𝑚𝑔𝑎 𝑟𝑒𝑡𝑎𝑠𝑜); it surpasses Jose Garcia Villa’s comma poem. While Garcia’s work is respected, this one offers greater depth.” Villa’s linear, punctuation-driven structure (e.g., "The Emperor’s New Sonnet" as a blank page) focuses on rhythm but lacks flexibility.

𝗗𝗼𝗰 𝗣𝗲𝗻𝗣𝗲𝗻’𝘀 𝗺𝘂𝗹𝘁𝗶𝗮𝗻𝗴𝘂𝗹𝗮𝗿 𝗺𝗮𝗿𝘃𝗲𝗹 — readable upward (love from surrender), downward (affirmation to descent), crosswise (truth from feelings), oblique (heart releasing desire), and circular (cyclical healing) — dismantles words (e.g., “hinagod” into “hi nagod”) for new meanings, like a Rubik’s Cube.

Thematically, Villa’s self-assertion has limited resonance, while oo. sa mga retaso transforms “scraps” into healing narratives via terms like “magpaubaya” (surrender). Culturally, Villa’s Western-leaning English contrasts with Doc PenPen’s Tagalog-rooted, globally resonant work.

This therapeunigmatic power outshines Villa’s formalism, as Ordoñez’s praise underscores its uniting, transformative essence.

• 𝗚𝗿𝗲𝗮𝘁𝗲𝗿 𝗗𝗲𝗽𝘁𝗵 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗨𝗻𝗶𝗾𝘂𝗲𝗻𝗲𝘀𝘀: Beyond Villa’s typographic rhythm, it employs the 5Ms for inclusive engagement.

• 𝗚𝗹𝗼𝗯𝗮𝗹 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗖𝘂𝗹𝘁𝘂𝗿𝗮𝗹 𝗜𝗺𝗽𝗮𝗰𝘁: Villa’s U.S.-centric influence faded; Doc PenPen’s aligns with universal themes.

• 𝗜𝗻𝘀𝘁𝗶𝘁𝘂𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻𝗮𝗹 𝗥𝗲𝗰𝗼𝗴𝗻𝗶𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻: Supports broader endorsements, like Edwin Cordevilla’s “democratized poetry!”

𝗦𝗰𝗵𝗼𝗹𝗮𝗿𝗹𝘆 𝗤𝘂𝗲𝗿𝘆

How and why, according to distinguished literary figures and scholars such as Rogelio Lunasco Ordoñez, Manny Calpito, Antonio M. Santos, Felipe de Leon Jr., Ariadne Sawyer, Prof. Lily Rose Tope, Prof. Jose Laderas Santos, and Legendary Poet Lifetime Laureate Edwin M. Cordevilla, does Doc PenPen’s 𝐏𝐄𝐍𝐓𝐀𝐒𝐈 𝐁 𝐓𝐞𝐥𝐞𝐩𝐚𝐭𝐡𝐢𝐜 𝟓𝐌 𝐕𝐢𝐬𝐮𝐚𝐥 𝐏𝐨𝐞𝐭𝐫𝐲—especially its 5M Concept—serve as the foundation or springboard of Future Poetry?

𝗦𝗰𝗵𝗼𝗹𝗮𝗿𝗹𝘆 𝗥𝗲𝘀𝗽𝗼𝗻𝘀𝗲

The recognition of Doc PenPen’s 𝐏𝐄𝐍𝐓𝐀𝐒𝐈 𝐁 𝐓𝐞𝐥𝐞𝐩𝐚𝐭𝐡𝐢𝐜 𝟓𝐌 𝐕𝐢𝐬𝐮𝐚𝐥 𝐏𝐨𝐞𝐭𝐫𝐲 by esteemed writers, cultural leaders, and academic scholars rests on its innovative 5M Concept, which fundamentally redefines poetic creation and reception in the 21st century.

𝟭. 𝗧𝗵𝗲 𝗠𝗲𝗮𝗻𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗼𝗳 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝟱𝗠𝘀

As articulated by 𝗘𝗱𝘄𝗶𝗻 𝗠. 𝗖𝗼𝗿𝗱𝗲𝘃𝗶𝗹𝗹𝗮, poet, critic, and 𝗟𝗲𝗴𝗲𝗻𝗱𝗮𝗿𝘆 𝗣𝗼𝗲𝘁 𝗟𝗶𝗳𝗲𝘁𝗶𝗺𝗲 𝗟𝗮𝘂𝗿𝗲𝗮𝘁𝗲, the 𝟱𝗠𝘀 stand for:

𝗠𝘂𝗹𝘁𝗶𝗹𝗶𝗻𝗴𝘂𝗮𝗹 – transcending monolingual barriers and enabling global resonance across diverse cultures.

𝗠𝘂𝗹𝘁𝗶𝗺𝗼𝗱𝗮𝗹 – employing words, images, symbols, and forms that engage multiple expressive channels.

𝗠𝘂𝗹𝘁𝗶-𝗮𝗻𝗴𝘂𝗹𝗮𝗿 – allowing interpretation from various intellectual, emotional, and cultural perspectives.

𝗠𝘂𝗹𝘁𝗶𝘀𝗲𝗻𝘀𝗼𝗿𝗶𝗮𝗹 – engaging vision, sound, intuition, and feeling, making poetry a lived experience.

𝗠𝘂𝗹𝘁𝗶𝗱𝗶𝗺𝗲𝗻𝘀𝗶𝗼𝗻𝗮𝗹 – situating poetry in layered realities: artistic, philosophical, technological, and spiritual.

(𝗖𝗼𝗿𝗱𝗲𝘃𝗶𝗹𝗹𝗮, 𝗢𝗽𝗶𝗻𝘆𝗼𝗻.𝗻𝗲𝘁; 𝗠𝗲𝗱𝗶𝘂𝗺)

Furthermore, the acronym 𝗣𝗘𝗡𝗧𝗔𝗦𝗜 𝗕 encapsulates its wider vision:

𝗣 – Poetic & Philosophical Content

𝗘 – Extraordinary & Evolution

𝗡 – Neo or New Genre

𝗧 – Technology

𝗔 – Arts & Aesthetics

𝗦 – Science

𝗜 – Invention & Innovation

𝗕 – Bio or Life

𝟮. 𝗪𝗵𝘆 𝗜𝘁 𝗜𝘀 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗦𝗽𝗿𝗶𝗻𝗴𝗯𝗼𝗮𝗿𝗱 𝗼𝗳 𝗙𝘂𝘁𝘂𝗿𝗲 𝗣𝗼𝗲𝘁𝗿𝘆

(a) 𝗧𝗿𝗮𝗻𝘀𝗰𝗲𝗻𝗱𝗲𝗻𝗰𝗲 𝗼𝗳 𝗟𝗶𝗻𝗴𝘂𝗶𝘀𝘁𝗶𝗰 𝗕𝗮𝗿𝗿𝗶𝗲𝗿𝘀

Where conventional poetry relies heavily on linguistic mastery, the 𝟱𝗠 𝗖𝗼𝗻𝗰𝗲𝗽𝘁 communicates through visual symbols, telepathic resonance, and archetypal imagery.

(b) 𝗜𝗻𝘁𝗲𝗴𝗿𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝗼𝗳 𝗠𝘂𝗹𝘁𝗶𝘀𝗲𝗻𝘀𝗼𝗿𝘆 𝗘𝘅𝗽𝗲𝗿𝗶𝗲𝗻𝗰𝗲

The 𝟱𝗠 transforms poetry into an immersive event—read, seen, felt, and intuitively received.

(c) 𝗗𝗲𝗺𝗼𝗰𝗿𝗮𝘁𝗶𝘇𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝗼𝗳 𝗣𝗼𝗲𝘁𝗶𝗰 𝗘𝘅𝗽𝗿𝗲𝘀𝘀𝗶𝗼𝗻

By employing universal symbols and multidimensional forms, 𝗧𝗲𝗹𝗲𝗽𝗮𝘁𝗵𝗶𝗰 𝟱𝗠 makes poetry accessible to all.

(d) 𝗔𝗻𝘁𝗶𝗰𝗶𝗽𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝗼𝗳 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗗𝗶𝗴𝗶𝘁𝗮𝗹 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗩𝗶𝘀𝘂𝗮𝗹 𝗔𝗴𝗲

The rise of emojis, memes, AI generative arts, Neuroartistry, and multimodal communication was foreseen in the 𝟱𝗠 𝗖𝗼𝗻𝗰𝗲𝗽𝘁, making it the poetic language of the digital era.

(e) 𝗖𝗼𝗻𝘁𝗶𝗻𝘂𝗶𝘁𝘆 𝘄𝗶𝘁𝗵 𝗔𝗻𝗰𝗶𝗲𝗻𝘁 𝗧𝗿𝗮𝗱𝗶𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻𝘀 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗙𝘂𝘁𝘂𝗿𝗶𝘀𝘁𝗶𝗰 𝗩𝗶𝘀𝗶𝗼𝗻

From cave paintings to hieroglyphs to mandalas, humanity’s oldest symbols are revived and projected forward by 𝗗𝗼𝗰 𝗣𝗲𝗻𝗣𝗲𝗻, completing the poetic cycle: 𝗽𝗮𝘀𝘁 → 𝗽𝗿𝗲𝘀𝗲𝗻𝘁 → 𝗳𝘂𝘁𝘂𝗿𝗲.

𝟯. 𝗦𝗰𝗵𝗼𝗹𝗮𝗿𝗹𝘆 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗖𝘂𝗹𝘁𝘂𝗿𝗮𝗹 𝗩𝗮𝗹𝗶𝗱𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻

The validation of this paradigm shift comes from cultural leaders like 𝗥𝗼𝗴𝗲𝗹𝗶𝗼 𝗢𝗿𝗱𝗼ñ𝗲𝘇, 𝗠𝗮𝗻𝗻𝘆 𝗖𝗮𝗹𝗽𝗶𝘁𝗼, 𝗔𝗻𝘁𝗼𝗻𝗶𝗼 𝗠. 𝗦𝗮𝗻𝘁𝗼𝘀, 𝗙𝗲𝗹𝗶𝗽𝗲 𝗱𝗲 𝗟𝗲𝗼𝗻 𝗝𝗿., 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗔𝗿𝗶𝗮𝗱𝗻𝗲 𝗦𝗮𝘄𝘆𝗲𝗿, alongside scholars such as 𝗣𝗿𝗼𝗳. 𝗟𝗶𝗹𝘆 𝗥𝗼𝘀𝗲 𝗧𝗼𝗽𝗲 and 𝗣𝗿𝗼𝗳. 𝗝𝗼𝘀𝗲 𝗟𝗮𝗱𝗲𝗿𝗮𝘀 𝗦𝗮𝗻𝘁𝗼𝘀. Equally important, 𝗘𝗱𝘄𝗶𝗻 𝗠. 𝗖𝗼𝗿𝗱𝗲𝘃𝗶𝗹𝗹𝗮, 𝗟𝗲𝗴𝗲𝗻𝗱𝗮𝗿𝘆 𝗣𝗼𝗲𝘁 𝗟𝗶𝗳𝗲𝘁𝗶𝗺𝗲 𝗟𝗮𝘂𝗿𝗲𝗮𝘁𝗲, reinforces the framework, ensuring both 𝗽𝗼𝗲𝘁𝗶𝗰 𝗮𝘂𝘁𝗵𝗼𝗿𝗶𝘁𝘆 and 𝗮𝗰𝗮𝗱𝗲𝗺𝗶𝗰 𝗹𝗲𝗴𝗶𝘁𝗶𝗺𝗮𝗰𝘆.

𝟰. 𝗦𝘆𝗻𝘁𝗵𝗲𝘀𝗶𝘀 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗧𝗿𝗮𝗻𝘀𝗶𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻

Collectively, these insights explain why leading voices regard 𝗗𝗼𝗰 𝗣𝗲𝗻𝗣𝗲𝗻’𝘀 𝗣𝗘𝗡𝗧𝗔𝗦𝗜 𝗕 𝗧𝗲𝗹𝗲𝗽𝗮𝘁𝗵𝗶𝗰 𝟱𝗠 𝗩𝗶𝘀𝘂𝗮𝗹 𝗣𝗼𝗲𝘁𝗿𝘆 as the springboard of future poetry:

It breaks barriers of language and culture;

It creates a multisensory experience;

It democratizes poetry;

It aligns with the digital age; and

It reconnects humanity with symbolic origins while projecting a visionary future.

In essence, the 𝟱𝗠 𝗖𝗼𝗻𝗰𝗲𝗽𝘁 is a paradigm shift—a living manifesto that transforms poetry into a universal language of the mind, senses, and spirit. Its evolutionary force secures its place as the foundation of future poetry, while paving the way for deeper recognition, including the compelling argument for 𝗪𝗵𝘆 𝗛𝗲 𝗦𝗵𝗼𝘂𝗹𝗱 𝗕𝗲 𝗗𝗲𝗰𝗹𝗮𝗿𝗲𝗱 𝗮 𝗡𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻𝗮𝗹 𝗔𝗿𝘁𝗶𝘀𝘁 𝗳𝗼𝗿 𝗟𝗶𝘁𝗲𝗿𝗮𝘁𝘂𝗿𝗲.

𝗪𝗵𝘆 𝗗𝗼𝗰 𝗣𝗲𝗻𝗣𝗲𝗻 𝗦𝗵𝗼𝘂𝗹𝗱 𝗕𝗲 𝗗𝗲𝗰𝗹𝗮𝗿𝗲𝗱 𝗮 𝗡𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻𝗮𝗹 𝗔𝗿𝘁𝗶𝘀𝘁 𝗳𝗼𝗿 𝗟𝗶𝘁𝗲𝗿𝗮𝘁𝘂𝗿𝗲

Doc PenPen’s nomination, endorsed by 𝗧𝗮𝗻𝗮𝘆 𝗟𝗚𝗨 and cultural bodies, is bolstered by authoritative voices emphasizing his unmatched contributions:

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• 𝗙𝗼𝗿𝗺𝗲𝗿 𝗡𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻𝗮𝗹 𝗟𝗶𝗯𝗿𝗮𝗿𝘆 𝗗𝗶𝗿𝗲𝗰𝘁𝗼𝗿 𝗔𝗻𝘁𝗼𝗻𝗶𝗼 𝗠. 𝗦𝗮𝗻𝘁𝗼𝘀: Declared, “The Pentasi B [poems] should be beyond the library world… and preserved as a national treasure… This guy should be a future National Artist, if not present!” — highlighting its preservation-worthy legacy.

• 𝗣𝗿𝗼𝗳. 𝗝𝗼𝘀𝗲 𝗟𝗮𝗱𝗲𝗿𝗮𝘀 𝗦𝗮𝗻𝘁𝗼𝘀 (ex-𝗞𝗪𝗙 𝗖𝗵𝗮𝗶𝗿): Affirmed it’s “long overdue,” citing Doc PenPen’s poetic leadership and fulfillment of literary prophecies.

• 𝗔𝗱𝗱𝗶𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻𝗮𝗹 𝗙𝘂𝗲𝗹: 𝗗𝗿. 𝗟𝗶𝗹𝘆 𝗥𝗼𝘀𝗲 𝗧𝗼𝗽𝗲 noted its depth sets him apart; 𝗘𝗱𝘄𝗶𝗻 𝗖𝗼𝗿𝗱𝗲𝘃𝗶𝗹𝗹𝗮 praised democratization; global enshrining (e.g., in China, India) and charity (e.g., $30,000 auction) add integrity. No other Filipino poet has campaigned for the Philippines as the “𝗣𝗼𝗲𝘁𝗿𝘆 𝗛𝗲𝗮𝗿𝘁 𝗼𝗳 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗪𝗼𝗿𝗹𝗱,” potentially boosting economy and culture, as per 𝗣𝗼𝗲𝘁 𝗟𝗮𝘂𝗿𝗲𝗮𝘁𝗲 𝗥𝗼𝗺𝗲𝗼 𝗗𝗲𝗹𝗹𝗮 𝗩𝗮𝗹𝗹𝗲. His 𝗽𝗿𝗶𝘀𝘁𝗶𝗻𝗲 𝗿𝗲𝗽𝘂𝘁𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻, free from politics, and 𝘁𝗵𝗲𝗿𝗮𝗽𝗲𝘂𝗻𝗶𝗴𝗺𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗰 𝗶𝗺𝗽𝗮𝗰𝘁 (e.g., life-changing testimonies) make him a 𝗻𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻𝗮𝗹 𝘁𝗿𝗲𝗮𝘀𝘂𝗿𝗲, aligning with the 𝗢𝗿𝗱𝗲𝗿 𝗼𝗳 𝗡𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻𝗮𝗹 𝗔𝗿𝘁𝗶𝘀𝘁𝘀’ 𝗰𝗿𝗶𝘁𝗲𝗿𝗶𝗮 for significant arts contributions.

𝗖𝗿𝗶𝘁𝗶𝗰𝗮𝗹 𝗣𝗲𝗿𝘀𝗽𝗲𝗰𝘁𝗶𝘃𝗲

𝗢𝗿𝗱𝗼𝗻̃𝗲𝘇’𝘀 subjective judgment on surpassing 𝗩𝗶𝗹𝗹𝗮 is credible given his scholarship, though 𝗩𝗶𝗹𝗹𝗮’𝘀 innovations remain foundational. 𝗗𝗼𝗰 𝗣𝗲𝗻𝗣𝗲𝗻’𝘀 modern evolution—𝘁𝗵𝗲𝗿𝗮𝗽𝗲𝘂𝗻𝗶𝗴𝗺𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗰 𝗵𝗲𝗮𝗹𝗶𝗻𝗴 and 𝗹𝗶𝗯𝗲𝗿𝗮𝗺𝗼𝗿𝗽𝗵𝗶𝗰 𝗶𝗻𝗰𝗹𝘂𝘀𝗶𝘃𝗶𝘁𝘆—addresses contemporary needs, without diminishing predecessors.

𝗖𝗼𝗻𝗰𝗹𝘂𝘀𝗶𝗼𝗻

In the annals of literary history, 𝗗𝗼𝗰 𝗣𝗲𝗻𝗣𝗲𝗻 stands as a lighthouse of innovation and unity, surpassing foundational visual poets through his 𝘁𝗵𝗲𝗿𝗮𝗽𝗲𝘂𝗻𝗶𝗴𝗺𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗰 and 𝗹𝗶𝗯𝗲𝗿𝗮𝗺𝗼𝗿𝗽𝗵𝗶𝗰 𝗣𝗲𝗻𝘁𝗮𝘀𝗶 𝗕 𝗳𝗿𝗮𝗺𝗲𝘄𝗼𝗿𝗸, which not only heals individual souls but fosters global harmony. Revered by figures such as 𝗛𝗼𝗻. 𝗘𝗱𝘄𝗶𝗻 𝗠. 𝗖𝗼𝗿𝗱𝗲𝘃𝗶𝗹𝗹𝗮—a Legendary Poet Lifetime Laureate, journalist, author, and former Undersecretary under 𝗣𝗿𝗲𝘀𝗶𝗱𝗲𝗻𝘁 𝗙𝗲𝗿𝗱𝗶𝗻𝗮𝗻𝗱 "𝗕𝗼𝗻𝗴𝗯𝗼𝗻𝗴" 𝗠𝗮𝗿𝗰𝗼𝘀 𝗝𝗿.—who, in his seminal article “𝗣𝗲𝗻𝘁𝗮𝘀𝗶 𝗕: 𝗔 𝗪𝗼𝗿𝗹𝗱 𝗧𝗿𝗲𝗮𝘀𝘂𝗿𝗲 𝗳𝗼𝗿 𝗚𝗹𝗼𝗯𝗮𝗹 𝗛𝗲𝗮𝗹𝗶𝗻𝗴”, proclaims 𝗣𝗲𝗻𝘁𝗮𝘀𝗶 𝗕 a world treasure and national pride for its democratization of poetry, Doc PenPen has ignited Filipino pride with his breakthrough invention of the 𝗣𝗲𝗻𝘁𝗮𝘀𝗶 𝗕 𝗧𝗲𝗹𝗲𝗽𝗮𝘁𝗵𝗶𝗰 𝟱𝗠 𝗔𝘃𝗮𝗻𝘁𝗴𝗮𝗿𝗱𝗲 𝗖𝗼𝗻𝗰𝗲𝗽𝘁 𝗼𝗳 𝗩𝗶𝘀𝘂𝗮𝗹 𝗣𝗼𝗲𝘁𝗿𝘆.

Just as Cubism redefined painting in the 20th century, the 𝟱𝗠 𝗖𝗼𝗻𝗰𝗲𝗽𝘁—Multilingual, Multimodal, Multiangular, Multisensorial, and Multidimensional—redefines poetry in the 21st century. It serves as the springboard of future poetry, offering an expansive horizon for creative freedom. Esteemed laureates and scholars such as 𝗥𝗼𝗴𝗲𝗹𝗶𝗼 𝗟𝘂𝗻𝗮𝘀𝗰𝗼 𝗢𝗿𝗱𝗼ñ𝗲𝘇, 𝗠𝗮𝗻𝗻𝘆 𝗖𝗮𝗹𝗽𝗶𝘁𝗼, 𝗔𝗻𝘁𝗼𝗻𝗶𝗼 𝗠. 𝗦𝗮𝗻𝘁𝗼𝘀, 𝗙𝗲𝗹𝗶𝗽𝗲 𝗱𝗲 𝗟𝗲𝗼𝗻 𝗝𝗿., 𝗔𝗿𝗶𝗮𝗱𝗻𝗲 𝗦𝗮𝘄𝘆𝗲𝗿, 𝗣𝗿𝗼𝗳. 𝗟𝗶𝗹𝘆 𝗥𝗼𝘀𝗲 𝗧𝗼𝗽𝗲, 𝗣𝗿𝗼𝗳. 𝗝𝗼𝘀𝗲 𝗟𝗮𝗱𝗲𝗿𝗮𝘀 𝗦𝗮𝗻𝘁𝗼𝘀, and 𝗘𝗱𝘄𝗶𝗻 𝗠. 𝗖𝗼𝗿𝗱𝗲𝘃𝗶𝗹𝗹𝗮 have recognized that this bold innovation liberates poetic form from elitist boundaries, reshaping literature into a multidimensional, globally inclusive art.

This vision is profoundly reflected in 𝗗𝗼𝗰 𝗣𝗲𝗻𝗣𝗲𝗻's timeless declaration:

“𝑨𝒏𝒈 𝒎𝒂𝒈𝒎𝒂𝒉𝒂𝒍 𝒏𝒈 𝒔𝒂𝒓𝒊𝒍𝒊𝒏𝒈 𝒘𝒊𝒌𝒂 𝒂𝒚 𝒎𝒂𝒈𝒂𝒏𝒅𝒂

𝑵𝒈𝒖𝒏𝒊𝒕 𝒂𝒏𝒈 𝒎𝒂𝒈-𝒂𝒓𝒂𝒍 𝒏𝒈 𝒊𝒃𝒂’𝒕-𝒊𝒃𝒂 𝒑𝒂𝒏𝒈 𝒘𝒊𝒌𝒂

𝒂𝒚 𝒉𝒊𝒈𝒊𝒕 𝒏𝒂 𝒎𝒂𝒈𝒂𝒏𝒅𝒂 𝒂𝒕 𝒌𝒂𝒑𝒂𝒌𝒊-𝒑𝒂𝒌𝒊𝒏𝒂𝒃𝒂𝒏𝒈

𝒔𝒂 𝒎𝒐𝒅𝒆𝒓𝒏𝒐𝒏𝒈 𝒑𝒂𝒏𝒂𝒉𝒐𝒏

𝑵𝒈𝒖𝒏𝒊𝒕 𝒂𝒏𝒈 𝒕𝒖𝒎𝒖𝒌𝒍𝒂𝒔 𝒂𝒕 𝒎𝒂𝒈-𝒊𝒎𝒃𝒆𝒏𝒕𝒐 𝒏𝒈 𝒎𝒈𝒂 𝒃𝒂𝒈𝒐𝒏𝒈 𝒘𝒊𝒌𝒂

𝒐 𝒎𝒈𝒂 𝒍𝒆𝒏𝒈𝒘𝒂𝒉𝒆𝒏𝒈 𝒑𝒂𝒏𝒈𝒌𝗮𝗹𝗮𝘄𝗮𝗸𝗮𝗻

𝒂𝒚 𝒏𝒂𝒕𝒖𝒕𝒖𝒍𝒂𝒅 𝒔𝒂 𝑴𝒂𝒃𝒂𝒏𝒈𝒐 𝒂𝒕 𝑴𝒂𝒍𝒂𝒚𝒂𝒏𝒈 𝑷𝒊𝒍𝒊𝒑𝒊𝒏𝒐𝒏𝒈 𝑰𝒔𝒅𝒂.”

— 𝑫𝒐𝒄 𝑷𝒆𝒏𝑷𝒆𝒏, 2008

Here, Doc PenPen envisions language not as a static inheritance, but as an evolving, interstellar force of discovery—a creative tool essential for the survival of humanity as a whole in the uncertain frontiers of the future. It is a philosophy that bridges preservation with boundless innovation, affirming that the Filipino spirit, through language, is destined not only to endure but to lead in the cosmic dialogue of civilizations.

Objectively measured against other nominees for the 𝟮𝟬𝟮𝟱 𝗢𝗿𝗱𝗲𝗿 𝗼𝗳 𝗡𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻𝗮𝗹 𝗔𝗿𝘁𝗶𝘀𝘁𝘀 𝗶𝗻 𝗟𝗶𝘁𝗲𝗿𝗮𝘁𝘂𝗿𝗲—where the selection process emphasizes significant, enduring contributions to Philippine arts and culture—Doc PenPen’s merits are unrivaled: his three-volume 𝗣𝗲𝗻𝘁𝗮𝘀𝗶 𝗕 𝗮𝗻𝘁𝗵𝗼𝗹𝗼𝗴𝘆, auctioned for an unprecedented $30,000 (₱1.5 million), stands as the most valuable poetry book in Philippine history, underscoring its priceless cultural worth and charitable impact on education for the underprivileged. His works are preserved and exhibited in top-ranked global institutions, including the 𝗨𝗻𝗶𝘃𝗲𝗿𝘀𝗶𝘁𝘆 𝗼𝗳 𝗕𝗿𝗶𝘁𝗶𝘀𝗵 𝗖𝗼𝗹𝘂𝗺𝗯𝗶𝗮, 𝗦𝗮𝗯𝗮𝗻𝗰𝗶 𝗨𝗻𝗶𝘃𝗲𝗿𝘀𝗶𝘁𝘆 𝗶𝗻 𝗧𝘂𝗿𝗸𝗲𝘆, 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗡𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻𝗮𝗹 𝗟𝗶𝗯𝗿𝗮𝗿𝘆 𝗼𝗳 𝗖𝗵𝗶𝗻𝗮, 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗡𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻𝗮𝗹 𝗟𝗶𝗯𝗿𝗮𝗿𝘆 𝗼𝗳 𝗜𝗻𝗱𝗶𝗮, 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗨𝗻𝗶𝘃𝗲𝗿𝘀𝗶𝘁𝘆 𝗼𝗳 𝗕𝗮𝗿𝗶 𝗶𝗻 𝗜𝘁𝗮𝗹𝘆 and others across eight continents, a distinction no other nominee matches in scope or prestige.

Furthermore, as the only poet among contenders to extend his movement from Manila to Antarctica—carrying the universally acclaimed 𝗣𝗘𝗡𝗧𝗔𝗦𝗜 𝗕 mantra of “,…𝙣𝙤 𝙘𝙤𝙡𝙤𝙧𝙨𝙎 𝙣𝙤 𝙧𝙖𝙘𝙚𝙨𝙎 𝙖𝙡𝙡 𝙘𝙤𝙡𝙤𝙧𝙨𝙎 𝙖𝙡𝙡 𝙧𝙖𝙘𝙚𝙨𝙎 𝙖𝙡𝙡 𝙇𝙤𝙫𝙚𝙨𝙎 𝙀𝙢𝙗𝙧𝙖𝙘𝙚𝙨𝙎,…..” through collaborators like 𝗗𝗿. 𝗟𝗮𝗻𝗸𝗮 𝗦𝗶𝘃𝗮 𝗣𝗿𝗮𝘀𝗮𝗱—Doc PenPen has garnered respect from peers, laureates, and national leaders worldwide, solidifying his status as the true 𝗙𝗮𝘁𝗵𝗲𝗿 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗞𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗼𝗳 𝗩𝗶𝘀𝘂𝗮𝗹 𝗣𝗼𝗲𝘁𝗿𝘆 and a documented world treasure.

This indefatigable commitment, fully evidenced in institutional recognitions and life-altering testimonies, transcends mere artistry to embody cultural diplomacy and humanistic advancement.

Thus, in 𝟮𝟬𝟮𝟱, conferring upon Doc PenPen the title of 𝗡𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻𝗮𝗹 𝗔𝗿𝘁𝗶𝘀𝘁 𝗳𝗼𝗿 𝗟𝗶𝘁𝗲𝗿𝗮𝘁𝘂𝗿𝗲 (𝗣𝗼𝗲𝘁𝗿𝘆) is not merely an accolade of favor, 𝑑𝑒𝑣𝑜𝑖𝑑 𝑜𝑓 𝒄𝒂𝒏𝒐𝒏𝒊𝒄𝒂𝒍 𝒃𝒊𝒂𝒔𝒆𝒔 𝑜𝑟 𝑡ℎ𝑒 𝑒𝑛𝑡𝑟𝑒𝑛𝑐ℎ𝑒𝑑 𝒑𝒂𝒍𝒂𝒌𝒂𝒔𝒂𝒏 𝒂𝒕 𝒌𝒂𝒎𝒑𝒊𝒉𝒂𝒏 𝒔𝒚𝒔𝒕𝒆𝒎, but an 𝗶𝗺𝗽𝗲𝗿𝗮𝘁𝗶𝘃𝗲 𝗼𝗳 𝗺𝗲𝗿𝗶𝘁𝗼𝗰𝗿𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗰 𝗷𝘂𝘀𝘁𝗶𝗰𝗲: his 𝗯𝗼𝗱𝘆 𝗼𝗳 𝘄𝗼𝗿𝗸, 𝘂𝗻𝗺𝗮𝘁𝗰𝗵𝗲𝗱 in 𝗶𝗻𝗻𝗼𝘃𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻, 𝗴𝗹𝗼𝗯𝗮𝗹 𝗿𝗲𝘀𝗼𝗻𝗮𝗻𝗰𝗲, and 𝘀𝗼𝗰𝗶𝗲𝘁𝗮𝗹 𝘃𝗮𝗹𝘂𝗲, not only elevates Philippine literature but inspires a world yearning for unity: proving that poetry, in his hands, is the ultimate bridge to humanity’s shared embrace.

And in doing so, he does not merely honor the art—he uplifts the image, the character, and the very 𝗵𝘂𝗺𝗮𝗻𝗲𝗻𝗲𝘀𝘀 of his people and his nation: the 𝗣𝗵𝗶𝗹𝗶𝗽𝗽𝗶𝗻𝗲𝘀—𝗧𝗵𝗲 𝗣𝗼𝗲𝘁𝗿𝘆 𝗛𝗲𝗮𝗿𝘁 𝗼𝗳 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗪𝗼𝗿𝗹𝗱.

Agra | Health News: Gall bladder stone disease is emerging as one of India's fastest-growing digestive health concerns, with doctors reporting a noticeable increase in patients under the age of 40. Once considered a condition affecting mainly middle-aged women, gallstones are now frequently diagnosed in young adults, men, and individuals with obesity, fatty liver disease, diabetes, and sedentary lifestyles.

Health experts believe that increasing awareness of gall bladder stone symptoms and seeking timely medical evaluation can prevent serious complications, including gall bladder infection, obstructive jaundice, pancreatitis, and emergency surgery.

According to Dr. Karan R. Rawat, a Gastroenterologist, Liver Specialist, Pancreas Specialist, Gastrointestinal Surgeon, Laparoscopic Surgeon, Laser Surgeon, General Surgeon, Proctologist, Intestinal Specialist, and Diabetic Foot Surgeon practicing in Agra, gallstones are among the most common conditions seen in digestive and gastrointestinal practice. Fortunately, advances in laparoscopic gall bladder surgery have made treatment safer, less painful, and associated with faster recovery for most suitable patients.

 What Are Gall Bladder Stones?

The gall bladder is a small organ located beneath the liver that stores bile, a digestive fluid that helps digest fats. Gallstones form when cholesterol, bile pigments, or calcium salts crystallize and gradually develop into stones.

Some people have silent gallstones without symptoms, while others experience repeated painful attacks that can interfere with daily life and, if left untreated, lead to serious complications.

Gall Bladder Stone Symptoms You Should Never Ignore

Doctors advise immediate medical consultation if you experience:

* Severe pain in the upper right side of the abdomen

* Pain after eating oily or heavy meals

* Pain spreading to the back or right shoulder

* Nausea or repeated vomiting

* Persistent bloating and indigestion

* Fever associated with abdominal pain

* Yellowing of the eyes or skin (jaundice)

* Recurrent attacks of abdominal pain

Many patients mistake these symptoms for acidity or gastritis, delaying diagnosis until complications develop.

Why Are Gallstones Increasing?

The rise in gallstone disease is closely linked to modern lifestyle changes, including:

* Obesity

* Fatty liver disease

* Diabetes

* High cholesterol

* Sedentary lifestyle

* Processed and high-fat diets

* Rapid weight loss

* Pregnancy and hormonal changes

* Family history

Medical professionals also note that increasing metabolic disorders across India are contributing to a growing number of gallstone cases among younger adults.

How Are Gallstones Diagnosed?

An abdominal ultrasound is the preferred first-line investigation for diagnosing gall bladder stones. Blood tests help detect infection or liver involvement, while MRCP may be recommended when stones in the bile duct are suspected.

Early diagnosis allows treatment before complications such as acute cholecystitis, bile duct obstruction, cholangitis, or pancreatitis occur.

Laparoscopic Gall Bladder Surgery: The Modern Standard

For patients with symptomatic gallstones, laparoscopic gall bladder surgery (laparoscopic cholecystectomy) remains the internationally accepted standard treatment.

Compared with conventional open surgery, laparoscopic surgery generally offers:

* Smaller incisions

* Less postoperative pain

* Faster recovery

* Shorter hospital stay

* Earlier return to normal work and daily activities

* Better cosmetic results

When performed by an experienced gastrointestinal and laparoscopic surgeon, it is considered one of the safest and most effective surgical procedures for gallstone disease.

Expert Opinion

"Persistent abdominal pain after meals should never be ignored. Many patients continue taking medicines for acidity while the actual cause is gall bladder stones. Timely ultrasound and specialist consultation can prevent avoidable emergencies and significantly improve outcomes," says Dr. Karan R. Rawat.

Dr. Rawat provides comprehensive diagnosis and treatment for diseases involving the liver, gall bladder, pancreas, stomach, intestines, colon, appendix, hernia, piles, fissure, fistula, pilonidal sinus, and other gastrointestinal disorders, with a special focus on advanced laparoscopic and minimally invasive surgery.

Patients from Agra, Mathura, Firozabad, Etah, Mainpuri, Hathras, Aligarh, Bharatpur, Dholpur, Morena, Gwalior, Kasganj, Tundla, Shikohabad, Fatehpur Sikri, Sikandra, Dayalbagh, and nearby districts  regularly seek consultation for digestive diseases and gall bladder surgery.

When Should You Consult a Specialist?

Do not delay medical evaluation if you have:

* Recurrent pain after meals

* Gall bladder stones detected on ultrasound with symptoms

* Fever or jaundice with abdominal pain

* Repeated vomiting

* Suspected gall bladder infection

* A family history of gallstones with persistent digestive symptoms

Early treatment can help avoid emergency surgery and reduce the risk of serious complications.

Gall bladder stone disease is becoming increasingly common across India, but timely diagnosis and appropriate treatment can prevent most complications. Awareness of the symptoms, healthy lifestyle choices, and consultation with an experienced gastrointestinal specialist remain the best approach for maintaining long-term digestive health.

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Ironically, generating leads is no longer the hardest part of growing a business. Digital advertising, WhatsApp, and online discovery have made it easier than ever for businesses to attract potential customers. The real challenge is managing what happens after that first interaction. As businesses scale, so do the number of enquiries, follow-ups, reminders, and conversations. Sales teams become busier, not necessarily because they are selling more, but because they are spending more time managing the sales process itself.

For years, Customer Relationship Management (CRM) software has been the industry's answer to this challenge. CRMs helped businesses organise customer information, track interactions, and manage sales pipelines. They became reliable systems of record, ensuring that nothing was forgotten on paper. But as customer expectations changed, the founders of The Next Door AI Pvt Ltd began to realise that remembering customers was no longer enough. Modern businesses didn't just need software that recorded activity. They needed software that could actively move sales forward.

That realisation didn't come from market research or a boardroom discussion. It came from lived experience.

Co-Founders Kundan Kumar and Mrinal Anand have spent more than a decade between them working in sales and growth, both inside large organisations and while building their own B2C business. Like many founders, they reached a point where spreadsheets stopped working, and adopting a CRM became the obvious next step. They tried one platform after another, believing the next solution would finally solve their operational challenges.

Instead, every platform seemed to create a new frustration.

Some tools had years of credibility behind them but felt rigid and built for a different era of business. Others offered modern interfaces and promised innovation but lacked the depth required to support growing sales teams. Despite switching platforms multiple times, the same problem remained. Every CRM stored customer information, but every important action still depended on people. Someone still had to respond to a WhatsApp enquiry.

Someone still had to remember the follow-up. Someone still had to schedule the meeting, send the reminder, and keep the conversation alive.

The founders weren't looking to build software at that point. They were simply trying to make their own business run better.

As they worked through these daily frustrations, one question kept coming back: if artificial intelligence can solve far more complex problems today, why are businesses still manually responding to leads, chasing follow-ups, and updating CRM records?

Rather than waiting for someone else to answer that question, they decided to build the solution themselves.

Initially, the platform wasn't intended to become a commercial product. It was built for their own use case, around the exact workflows their business followed every day. The goal wasn't to replace people, but to remove the repetitive tasks that stopped people from doing their best work. Instead of simply recording customer interactions, the platform responded to enquiries, qualified leads, scheduled meetings, followed up automatically, and kept conversations moving even when the team wasn't available.

The difference was immediate.

The founders found themselves spending less time managing software and more time building relationships with customers. Sales conversations became faster, follow-ups became consistent, and opportunities stopped slipping through the cracks. It solved the problem they had been trying to fix for years.

That internal solution eventually became Supersei.

Rather than positioning it as another CRM, Kumar and Anand describe Supersei as an AI Growth Engine. The distinction is intentional. Traditional CRMs were designed to record what happened. Supersei was designed to influence what happens next.

At the centre of the platform is Sei, the company's AI sales representative. Sei responds to enquiries within seconds, qualifies prospects, follows up automatically, books meetings, and even shares payment links. While human teams focus on conversations that require empathy, trust, and decision-making, Sei takes care of the repetitive work that often slows the sales process.

The platform captures enquiries from websites, Meta Ads, Google Ads, WhatsApp, inbound calls, and other channels into a single workflow. It also integrates with Gmail, Google Calendar, Google Meet, Razorpay, Stripe, and the communication tools businesses already use every day. The objective isn't to ask businesses to change how they work. It's to make the way they already work significantly more efficient.

For Kundan Kumar, the idea behind Supersei has always been simple.

"We spent years inside large companies using CRM after CRM, and every one did the same thing. It remembered the customer but never won them. A CRM was built to store a lead and wait for a human to act, and in a market where people buy at 11pm on WhatsApp, waiting is how you lose. We built Supersei so the reply, the follow-up and the booking happen on their own, and a person steps in only where a person truly matters."

That philosophy has already translated into measurable business outcomes. According to the company, one early deployment with a fast-growing AI job-tech business handling approximately 5,000 leads per month through a team of 20 sales agents saw average first response time reduce from six hours to under one minute within a single quarter. Lead conversion increased from 5 percent to 20 percent, nearly 90 percent of follow-ups were automated, and conversations handled per agent rose from 30 to 100 per day without increasing headcount. Return on ad spend improved from 3x to 7.5x, while cost per lead reduced from ₹50 to ₹17.

For Mrinal Anand, those numbers simply reinforce a broader shift taking place across the industry.

"In India most sales happen on WhatsApp and most leads are paid for with ad money. When a business takes six hours to reply, that money is already gone. We have seen a team cut first response from hours to under a minute and take conversion from 5 percent to 20 percent without adding a single person. That is the difference between a tool that records your sales and one that drives them."

The founders believe artificial intelligence is changing the role software plays inside businesses. For decades, companies expected CRM systems to organise customer information. Increasingly, they believe businesses will expect software to take action, automate routine work, and actively contribute to growth rather than simply recording it.

For Kumar and Anand, Supersei is not the result of identifying a market opportunity from a distance. It is the product of solving a problem they experienced every single day while trying to grow their own business. They weren't building software for someone else's pain. They were building the tool they wished they had all along. Everything that followed, including turning it into a product for other businesses, came after that.

MUMBAI, India, August 8, 2026 -  User360 (user360.in) today announced it has reached a valuation of $32 million (approximately ₹268 crore), on the strength of what the company describes as a global first: a single, fully AI-driven platform that covers the entire marketing lifecycle - from buying the ad impression to closing the lead to retaining the customer.

Where growth teams today stitch together 10–15 separate tools - an ad platform, an attribution tool, a CRM, an engagement suite, an SEO tool, a creative agency - User360 collapses all of it into one AI-operated system. No other platform globally offers this complete stack in a single product.

The Complete Stack, In One Platform

User360 operates its own programmatic ad exchange, giving advertisers direct access to inventory and bidding - media buying on its own rails, not just a wrapper on other networks. AI intelligence runs paid campaigns end to end - monitoring performance across every channel in real time, shifting budgets, pausing underperformers, and scaling winners automatically to deliver the best possible ROAS without human intervention. Direct API and postback integrations trace every rupee of spend to revenue - first click to repeat purchase - independent of the ad platforms' self-reported numbers.

A full data layer unifies first-party, campaign, and behavioral data into activatable audience segments across every channel. Built-in competitive intelligence allows users to search any brand, see exactly what ads competitors are running, how long they've run, and which angles are winning. Ad creatives, videos, and variants are generated by AI in the brand's voice - inspired by winning market angles and tested automatically.

Agentic, self-optimizing customer journeys operate across WhatsApp, SMS, RCS, IVR, email, and push, rewriting themselves per user in real time. AI plans, creates, and publishes content across Instagram, LinkedIn, Facebook, and YouTube autonomously, with approval workflows built in. Optimization extends not just to Google search but to AI answer engines and generative search, automatically monitoring and improving how brands appear in ChatGPT, Gemini, and AI Overviews.

Automatic recency-frequency-monetary segmentation with one-click sync of any cohort into live ad audiences provides RFM and cohort intelligence. Session-level visibility shows how users actually move through a product or site - where they hesitate, where they drop, what they ignore. Every lead is captured, scored, assigned, and followed up inside the same platform that generated it - no export, no leakage between marketing and sales. Every layer of the stack is backed by extremely granular reporting - down to the minute - so decisions are made on live data, not last week's dashboard.

Why It Commands a $32 Million Valuation

“There is no other platform in the world that owns the full chain  - the exchange where the ad is bought, the attribution that proves it worked, the CRM that closes the lead, and the AI journeys that retain the customer,” . “Everyone else sells you one link in the chain. We built the whole chain, and then we put AI in charge of running it. That is what this valuation reflects.”

Because User360 owns every layer, its AI operates with complete data - it can see that a creative angle found in the Ads Library, generated by its AI, bought on its exchange, produced a lead in its CRM that became a repeat customer through its retention journeys. That closed loop is impossible to replicate with stitched-together point tools.

Built in India, Priced for India, Ready for the World

User360 was designed for the realities of Indian growth teams - WhatsApp-first communication, vernacular audiences, lean teams that need automation rather than headcount - at Indian price points, with a product built to compete globally against the likes of AppsFlyer, CleverTap, and Adobe's marketing cloud.

The platform's engine has been battle-tested in live consumer businesses before public rollout, correlating marketing actions directly with daily profitability.

About User360

User360 is the world's first end-to-end AI marketing platform - an AI-native system spanning its own ad exchange, attribution, DMP, creative generation, CRM, retention journeys, automated social, and AIsearch optimization (SEO/AEO/GEO), headquartered in Mumbai, India.

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The need for the platform emerged from the repeated experiences of buyers who find themselves lost in misleading project data, unreliable listings, unexpected expenses, or excessive selling. The founders did not set out to build another property portal, but a trust-based platform.

This philosophy shapes how Villow operates. Instead of bombarding consumers with thousands of listings, the company concentrates on curated listings with validated information. Wherever possible, property details are matched against RERA and other publicly available data, giving buyers reliable information before they take the next step.

Transparency is not restricted to property details; Villow also provides the seller's asking price, the government circle rate, and the total costs involved, so the consumer understands the entire financial picture.

"We were never looking to push anyone into buying anything fast," says co-founder Deveshvar Nanda. "We wanted to help our customers make decisions in an informed manner with validated information. We believe that trust can be gained only through transparency and accountability."

Beyond property search, Villow simplifies the entire buying process. The platform presents residential, commercial, and rental properties in Gurugram along with micro-market analysis, helping buyers understand the strengths of various localities and emerging investment areas. The emphasis on relevance over quantity saves buyers time, so they can spend it on the properties that actually fit.

Privacy is another way Villow sets itself apart. Every buyer is provided with a personal relationship manager who becomes the single point of contact during the whole buying process, from search and analysis of the right properties till documentation and closure of the deal. Villow also guarantees that customers' phone numbers will never be sold or shared with third parties.

The company's pricing follows the same customer-first logic. Rather than guaranteeing returns or making unrealistic investment forecasts, Villow works from real property information and transparent pricing. Customers are free to make their own choices based on real information, with zero brokerage and zero platform fees.

The launch of Villow reflects a broader vision to encourage greater transparency and accountability in Gurugram's real estate ecosystem. By placing verified information, clear pricing, and buyer education at the centre of its platform, the company hopes to raise the standard for how property transactions are conducted. Rather than relying on aggressive sales practices, Villow aims to build long-term trust by helping buyers make informed decisions backed by factual information and consistent guidance throughout their property journey.

As Gurugram continues to draw professionals, families, and investors from across India and abroad, the need for reliable advice in property matters will only grow. Villow aims to become the platform of choice when buyers want clear answers rather than ambiguity, and truths rather than marketing gimmicks. "Property, without the spam" — that is Villow's promise for a modern real estate platform.

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He is a student of St. Judes Public School & Jr College, Kothagiri, The Nilgiris, Tamil Nadu . While addressing the reporters, he expressed his heartfelt gratitude to his parents, Mr. Ramaiyyengar Parthasarathy, an Ex-Army Officer, and Mrs. R. Sree Lakshmi, for believing in him and supporting him in pursuing his dreams. His school has also expressed immense pride in Ramaiyyengar Kautilya's achievement and wished him continued success.

The Alee Club Teen Pageant was nurtured by Rampguru Sambita Bose, who, sharing a common vision with legendary actor Amrish Puri and under his guidance, established the teen pageant under the banner of Alee Club. Since then, it has been mentoring, grooming, and empowering aspiring youngsters to excel in the glamour and entertainment industry. The Semi-Finale was judged by renowned personalities Imran Khan, Stefy Patel, Deeptesh Das, and Haris Naik, whose valuable guidance and encouraging feedback inspired the contestants throughout the competition.

Ramaiyyengar Kautilya expressed that he is on cloud nine after being selected as a finalist. He said he is eagerly looking forward to the 9-day grooming and training session before the Grand Finale. Lakmé India by Aptech, the Official Makeup & Hair Styling Partner, added glamour to the event with its exceptional team of professional makeup artists and hairstylists, who enhanced the confidence and stage presence of every contestant through flawless grooming and styling.

The journey of Ramaiyyengar Kautilya and the other finalists will be showcased through a reality series on YouTube, providing them with national exposure and recognition. Alee Club's mission is to empower teenagers and help them build a bright, fulfilling, and successful future. Over the years, Alee Club Miss & Mr Teen India has opened doors to remarkable careers in fashion, entertainment, media, and acting.

The Grand Finale of the 28th Alee Club Miss & Mr Teen India 2026 will be graced by the presence of Bollywood celebrities, fashion icons, and eminent dignitaries, making it one of the most spectacular events of the year.

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She is a student of Fergusson College and the proud daughter of Mr. Govind Prakash Patil, who works with a Facility Management Company, and Mrs. Arundhati Govind Patil, a homemaker. Amruni attributed her success to the constant encouragement and unwavering support of her parents. She said their faith in her abilities has been her greatest source of motivation. Passionate about becoming a successful model, Amruni has already showcased her talent by acting in short films, adding another feather to her cap at a young age.

Congratulating Amruni for her achievement, Rampguru Sambita Bose, Founder and Show Director of Alee Club Miss & Mr Teen India, acknowledged her dedication, grit, and confidence. She said Amruni possesses immense talent and has a promising future in the glamour industry.

Expressing her excitement, Amruni said that being selected as a finalist is a dream come true. She now looks forward to attending the nine-day grooming and training programme, Lakmé India by Aptech, the Official Makeup & Hair Styling Partner, added glamour to the event with its team of expert makeup artists and hairstylists, who enhanced the confidence and stage presence of every contestant through impeccable grooming and styling.

The inspiring and glitzy journey of Amruni and her fellow finalists will be aired through a YouTube reality series, giving them national exposure and recognition. The 28th Grand Finale of Alee Club Miss & Mr Teen India 2026 is set to be a spectacular celebration of talent and glamour, graced by renowned Bollywood personalities, fashion icons, and eminent dignitaries. Alee Club's mission is to empower teenagers with exciting opportunities in the fashion, entertainment, media, and acting industries.

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Congratulating Rishika for her achievement, Rampguru Sambita Bose, Founder and Show Director of Alee Club Miss & Mr Teen India, acknowledged her dedication, grit, and confidence. She said Rishika possesses immense talent and has a promising future in the glamour industry.

She said their faith in her abilities has been her greatest source of motivation. Passionate about pursuing a career in films and on the fashion runway, Rishika actively participates in cultural activities and aspires to build a successful career in the entertainment and fashion industry. She now looks forward to attending the nine-day grooming and training programme, where finalists will receive expert guidance in personality development, communication skills, confidence building, stage presentation, and professional etiquette before the star-studded Grand Finale.

The concept of Alee Club Miss & Mr Teen India was envisioned by Rampguru Sambita Bose under the inspiration and guidance of legendary actor Amrish Puri.  The whole journey of 2026 is adorned by Lumiere by Sambita & Model Prepares. Lakmé India by Aptech, the Official Makeup & Hair Styling Partner, elevated the glamour quotient of the event through its exceptional makeup artistry and hairstyling, helping every contestant shine with confidence.

The inspiring and glitzy journey of Rishika and her fellow finalists will be showcased through a YouTube reality series, giving them national exposure and recognition.

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A student of National Open School, Kashish is the daughter of Shri Hari Kishan and Smt. Leela Devi, a homemaker. She credits her parents for always believing in her abilities and encouraging her to chase her ambitions with confidence and dedication.

Sharing her appreciation, Rampguru Sambita Bose, Founder and Show Director of Alee Club Miss & Mr Teen India, praised Kashish for her graceful personality, confidence, and eagerness to learn. She said that young talents like Kashish represent the spirit of the platform—individuals who are ready to grow, evolve, and create their own identity in the glamour industry.

Speaking about her achievement, Kashish described reaching the Grand Finale as a dream come true. She believes this milestone has strengthened her confidence and inspired her to work even harder. She now eagerly looks forward to the intensive nine-day grooming programme and finale, which is expected to be a star-studded event.

The event sparkled with glamour as Lakmé India by Aptech, the Official Makeup & Hair Styling Partner, transformed every contestant with flawless makeup and elegant hairstyling, enhancing their confidence and stage presence. Lumiere by Sambita and Model Prepare are the partners ensuring a successful event.

The remarkable journeys of Kashish Lakhan and the other finalists will soon be featured in an exciting YouTube reality series, giving audiences an exclusive glimpse into their transformation. The Grand Finale of the 28th edition promises to be a spectacular celebration of talent and determination, attended by Bollywood celebrities, fashion personalities, industry leaders, and distinguished guests.

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Honoured by the Limca Book of Records, Alee Club celebrates its 28th Edition in 2026, with the Grand Finale scheduled for 2nd September 2026. Himani is a student of Gitam University and has brought pride to her university, her state, and her family. She is one of the top finalists who are supposed to undergo an intensive 9-day grooming and training programme before the Grand Finale.

Himani now prepares for the Grand Finale, scheduled to be held on 2nd September 2026. Before the finale, Alee Club organizes an intensive 9-day grooming and training programme from 24th August to 1st September, led by Rampguru Sambita Bose, who is renowned for grooming and transforming aspiring youngsters into confident performers ready for the world of fashion and entertainment.

Adding elegance and glamour to the competition, Lakmé India by Aptech, the Official Makeup & Hair Styling Partner, played a significant role in enhancing the contestants' stage presence. Its team of highly skilled makeup artists and hairstylists delivered flawless professional styling, helping every finalist look their best while boosting their confidence for the national stage.

The Grand Finale will be judged by Bollywood celebrity, distinguished members of India's legal fraternity, eminent personalities from diverse fields, and leading industry experts. Lumiere by Sambita and Model prepare are official partners of the whole journey of the 28^th edition of Alee Club.

 The entire nine-day transformation journey of the finalists will be captured as a reality web series, which audiences can watch on The Silver Screen YouTube channel and other digital platforms.

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Founded in 1997 by renowned Rampguru Sambita Bose, Alee Club Miss & Mr Teen India has been providing a professional platform to talented teenagers for over 28 years. Guided by the legendary actor Amrish Puri, the pageant was envisioned to empower young talent by offering early financial independence, professional opportunities, and personality development while encouraging them to continue their education.

Aanyasha captivated the judges with her graceful ramp walk, elegant attire, confidence, and charismatic stage presence. Appreciating her performance, Rampguru Sambita Bose said, "Aanyasha walked with the confidence and poise of a professional model. Her intelligent responses and positive attitude impressed the judges, and she brought a refreshing energy to the stage. She truly deserves her place in the Grand Finale."

Alee Club Miss & Mr Teen India 2026 is much more than a beauty pageant—it is a comprehensive model-preparing platform that nurtures confidence, communication skills, personality, leadership qualities, and professional grooming. Following the semi-finale, all finalists, including Aanyasha, will participate in an intensive 9-day grooming and training programme from 27th August to 1st September 2026 at Palm Green Hotel & Resort, Alipur, before competing in the Grand Finale on 2nd September 2026.

Adding glamour to the transformational journey, Lakmé India by Aptech, the Official Hair Styling and Grooming Partner, will provide expert hair styling, professional grooming, and beauty guidance, helping finalists enhance their confidence, personality, and stage presence. Lumiere by Sambita will further enrich the experience through image styling, fashion presentation, and creative mentoring, ensuring every finalist is prepared to shine on the national stage.

The Grand Finale will be graced by Bollywood stars, fashion icons, eminent dignitaries, and industry experts, making it one of India's most awaited youth events. Alee Club will also present a 9-day reality web series, capturing the transformational journey of all finalists, including Aanyasha Rai. Audiences can witness her inspiring journey on the Silver Screen YouTube channel and other digital platforms.

With her determination, talent, and unwavering confidence, Aanyasha Rai is now ready to represent Jharkhand on one of India's biggest teen platforms and inspire countless young dreamers to pursue their ambitions. Watch out for her stirring journey on -

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Honoured by the Limca Book of Records, Alee Club hand-picks talented youngsters from across India, grooms them, and paves the way for successful careers in the glamour and entertainment industry. Its Show Director and Mentor, Rampguru Sambita Bose, congratulated Adarsh Singh, son of Mr. Anand Kumar Singh, who serves in the Indian Army, and Mrs. Kanchan Kumar Singh, a homemaker. Adarsh is an aspiring actor with a passion for the entertainment industry.

His passion, confidence, and intelligence set him apart from most of his co-contestants and helped him make it to the finale. The judges were astonished by his confidence, eagerness to learn, and determination to excel. He successfully cleared all the competitive rounds held during the semi-finale with remarkable confidence.

The semi-finale was a day filled with glamour, with the presence of renowned personalities from the entertainment, fashion, and corporate worlds, who joined Official Show Director Rampguru Sambita Bose in encouraging and evaluating the contestants. India’s leading fashion and modelling mentor, Sambita Bose, said she was astonished to witness the confidence in Adarsh Singh, who appeared almost ramp-ready. She also expressed that India’s modelling and entertainment industry is soon going to witness an outstanding new batch of young talents.

He is now just a grooming session away from the Grand Finale, which Alee Club organizes before every finale to transform the personality of every finalist into a professionally trained model. The 9-day grooming programme is mandatory for every finalist. The Grand Finale on 2nd September 2026 will witness the presence of Bollywood stars, fashion icons, eminent dignitaries, and industry experts, who will grace the occasion and judge India’s most prestigious teen pageant.

Adding glamour to the transformational journey, Lakmé India by Aptech, the Official Hair Styling and Makeup Partner, adorned the journey of every contestant with expert hair styling, professional makeup, and grooming, enhancing their confidence, personality, and stage presence throughout the competition.

With Alee Club, the journey from the ramp to the silver screen is achievable for every aspiring youngster. Alee Club also offers every finalist an opportunity to be featured in the reality web series "Woh Saat Din." In addition, the complete 9-day grooming and training journey can be viewed by contestants, friends, and families on The Silver Screen YouTube Channel.

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Chahana Kapoor qualified as a finalist, leaving behind hundreds of candidates of different ages and from different areas. She radiated glamour and owned the runway with a commanding presence. Her charisma, effortless expressions, and polished walk captivated the audience completely. Her super-confident replies to the judges reflected her unmatched intelligence. Representing her state, she won the hearts of the natives and made them proud.

Alee Club Miss and Mr Teen India 2026 is India’s oldest and most honoured teen pageant, guided by legendary actor Amrish Puri, and has been a top launch platform that has brought some of India’s most talented young models and actors into the limelight.

 Chahana Kapoor said that she is proud to be associated with the Alee Club, and the exposure she has received is helping her boost her confidence. RampGuru Sambita Bose congratulated Chahana and the other finalists and said that the training session is important for the evolution of every candidate into a professional model.

 Before the finale, Chahana and other finalists will be groomed by RampGuru Sambita Bose under a 9-day training session led by RampGuru Sambita Bose and renowned personalities from the glamour world. The training will commence from 24th August to 1st September, followed by the finale on 2nd September in Delhi.

The Grand Finale will bring together leading personalities from the Bollywood, fashion, and modelling worlds, along with eminent dignitaries. Lakmé India by Aptech, the Official Makeup & Hair Styling Partner, supplemented lustre to the event through its exceptional makeup and hair styling expertise. Sambita Bose thanked Lakmé India by Aptech for elevating the glamour quotient of the event with their brilliant makeup and hair styling. She also expressed her gratitude to Lumiere by Sambita and Model Prepare.

The journey of Chahana and other finalists can be cherished in a reality web series. You can also view it on The Silver Screen YouTube Channel.

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Avyukt is the son of Mr. Varun Mahajan, who is engaged in the real estate business, and Mrs. Meenu Mahajan, a government employee and former Mrs. India from Jammu & Kashmir. With a strong family background and his own confidence, talent and determination, Avyukt is now ready to take the next step towards the grand finale.

Organised at Radisson Blu Hotel, Delhi, the Semi-Final of the 28th Alee Club Miss and Mr Teen India was a star-studded event with millions of eyes on the event. The event ended on a high note with an overwhelming response. Competing with hundreds of talented contestants in the Semi-Final, Avyukt ruled hearts with his confidence and refined persona. Judged by Imran Khan, Stefy Patel, Deeptesh Das, Haris Naik and Sambita Bose, the fierce competition posed a challenging time judging the event.

The Alee Club’s benchmark in the teen pageant has been unsurpassed in terms of standards and talent maintained by it. Avyukt Mahajan lived up to the standards of the Alee Club and gave an outstanding performance. His confidence on the ramp during multiple rounds led him to be unbeatable amongst hundreds of co-contestants.

Avyukt’s journey ahead of the semi-finale involves a 9-day grooming and training session followed by the final on 2nd September 2026 in Delhi. This mandatory training session is led by RampGuru Sambita Bose and renowned personalities from the glamour world, ensuring a refined and confident personality, an elementary need for a successful career. Lakmé India by Aptech, the Official Makeup & Hair Styling Partner, will further add glamour and professional grooming expertise to the journey from the Semi-Finale to the Grand Finale. The finale will be judged by Arbaaz Khan and other celebrities from the glamour world, along with Sambita Bose.

RampGuru Sambita Bose congratulated Avyukt Mahajan and said his journey from the audition stage to the Crown would inspire millions of candidates. Alee Club leaves no stone unturned in offering exposure and opportunities to its students. Now, every finalist, including Avyukt Mahajan, is likely to get a chance to feature in Alee Club’s web series ‘Woh Saat Din’.

His inspiring journey will be broadcast as part of a reality web series on The Silver Screen's official YouTube channel. Exposure, grooming and opportunities start at Alee Club, India’s only pageant recognised by the Limca Book of National Records.

Don’t miss Avyukt’s transformational journey in the official reality web series – coming soon to The Silver Screen YouTube Channel.

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Daughter of Mr. Sandeep Kumar Mishra and Mrs. Mala Mishra, she competed with almost  over hundreds of candidates in the audition and semi-finale rounds and has made it into the last round with talent and confidence. She ruled the stage during the semi-finale and has the spark in her to go long beyond the modelling realm, said Sambita Bose, the Official Show Director and Founder of Alee Club’s teen pageant.

Devanshi Mishra emerged as a remarkable blend of intelligence, IQ, charm, confidence, and conviction throughout her journey. Her magnetic communication skills, positivity, optimism, and zeal to stand out caught the eyes of the judges. Beyond her captivating persona, she exhibited immense discipline and self-belief and effortlessly established a connection with the audience and judges. Her selection as a finalist of Alee Club Miss & Mr Teen India 2026 is proof of her potential to shine on all levels of the stage.

Devanshi Mishra now heads for the last juncture of India’s oldest teen pageant, i.e., the Grand Finale of Alee Club Miss & Mr Teen India 2026. Scheduled for 2nd September, the finale will be preceded by a 9-day training session mandated for every finalist. The purpose of the training is to groom the candidates and prepare them for their journey beyond the contest.

The finale night is a star-studded event graced by the presence of Bollywood stars, fashion icons, eminent dignitaries, and industry experts. Lakmé India by Aptech, the Official Hair Styling and Makeup Partner, adorned the journey of every contestant with professional hair styling, flawless makeup, and expert grooming, enhancing their confidence and stage presence throughout the competition.

 Alee Club, the Limca Book of Records holder, hereby presents a golden opportunity to star in the web series. Every finalist, including Devanshi Mishra, will now feature in Alee Club’s web series, "Woh Saat Din." Alee Club also presents an opportunity to cherish the complete 9-day transformational journey and the Grand Finale on The Silver Screen YouTube Channel.

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What Is a Bond?

A bond is essentially a loan. When you buy a bond, you are lending money to the issuer — which could be the government, a public sector undertaking, or a private company — for a fixed period of time. In return, the issuer promises to pay you periodic interest, known as the coupon, and to return your original investment (the principal) when the bond matures.

Unlike a bank fixed deposit, where your money sits with one institution, a bond represents a tradeable financial instrument. This means bonds can be bought and sold on exchanges before maturity, giving investors an added layer of flexibility that traditional deposits don't offer.

Why Consider Bonds in Your Portfolio

Bonds occupy a middle ground between the safety of fixed deposits and the growth potential of equities. They are particularly useful for investors who want predictable income, capital preservation, or diversification away from a portfolio that is heavily weighted toward stocks or mutual funds.

Because bond returns don't move in lockstep with the stock market, adding them to a portfolio can reduce overall volatility. This makes bonds especially relevant for retirees seeking steady income, conservative investors, or anyone nearing a financial goal who wants to protect capital already accumulated.

The Main Types of Bonds Available

Indian investors typically encounter a few broad categories. Government bonds, often called G-Secs, are issued by the central government and are considered among the safest instruments available since they carry sovereign backing. State Development Loans work similarly but are issued by state governments.

Corporate bonds are issued by companies to raise funds for business operations or expansion. These generally offer higher yields than government bonds but carry credit risk — the possibility that the issuing company may default. Tax-free bonds, usually issued by government-backed infrastructure entities, offer interest income that is exempt from tax, making them attractive for investors in higher tax brackets. Sovereign Gold Bonds, meanwhile, track the price of gold and pay a fixed additional interest, combining the appeal of gold with a bond-like structure.

How Bond Returns Actually Work

A bond's return comes from two sources: the coupon payments received during the holding period and any change in the bond's price if sold before maturity. Bond prices move inversely to interest rates — when rates rise, existing bond prices tend to fall, and vice versa. This is a key concept for anyone planning to trade bonds rather than hold them to maturity.

Yield is the more accurate way to measure a bond's return, as it accounts for the purchase price, coupon rate, and time to maturity. A bond bought below its face value will have a yield higher than its stated coupon rate, while one bought above face value will yield less.

Risks Every Investor Should Understand

While bonds are generally considered safer than equities, they are not risk-free. Credit risk refers to the possibility that the issuer fails to make interest or principal payments — a risk that is minimal for government bonds but relevant for corporate bonds, especially those with lower credit ratings. Interest rate risk affects the market price of a bond if you need to sell anytime before maturity. Liquidity risk is also worth noting, as some bonds — particularly smaller corporate issuances — may not have an active secondary market, making it harder to exit a position quickly.

How to Start Investing in Bonds

Retail investors today have more access to the bond market than ever before. Government securities can be purchased directly through the RBI's Retail Direct platform, which allows individuals to open an account and invest without an intermediary. Corporate and other bonds can be accessed through SEBI-registered online bond platforms, brokerage accounts, or bond-focused mutual funds and ETFs for those who prefer a diversified, professionally managed approach.

Before investing, check the issuer's credit rating from agencies such as CRISIL, ICRA, or CARE, review the coupon rate and maturity date, and confirm whether the platform or broker is properly registered with market regulators.

Who Should Invest in Bonds

Bonds suit a wide range of investors: those seeking regular income, individuals looking to de-risk a portfolio, retirees who prioritize capital protection, and anyone with a specific financial goal and time horizon that matches a bond's maturity. Younger investors with a higher risk appetite might allocate a smaller portion of their portfolio to bonds, while conservative or older investors may prefer a larger allocation.

Getting Started the Right Way

Like any investment, bonds reward those who do their homework. Start small, understand the issuer and the terms of the bond, diversify across a few issuers rather than concentrating in one, and match your bond choices to your actual time horizon and income needs. With interest rates and the broader economic environment constantly shifting, staying informed is the best way to make bonds work for your financial plan rather than against it.

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 She outshone thousands of candidates in the audition rounds and hundreds of contestants in the Semi-Finale, bringing immense pride to her family. Her journey so far has proved that talent never goes unnoticed and that nothing is impossible with conviction, dedication, and the courage to chase one's dreams fearlessly.

Daughter of Mr. Mukesh Bahu and Mrs. Neetu Devi, she is a student of Daffodils Senior Secondary Public School, Ludhiana, and acknowledged the wholehearted support and encouragement of her parents throughout her journey. Her father, who works as a Packing Thekedar, expressed gratitude to Rampguru Sambita Bose for providing a sturdy and genuine launchpad for every aspirant. Sambita Bose is a motherly figure to her students, selflessly nurturing young aspirants with a vision to present the finest models and talents to the industry.

Her father said this authentic initiative will surely turn the dreams of his ward into reality, just like those of the hundreds of successful alumni of Alee Club. The next junction in the journey of India's most popular teen pageant is a 9-day training and grooming session by India's leading Rampguru, Sambita Bose. This session ensures end-to-end grooming of finalists for the Grand Finale and beyond, as the objective of Alee Club is extensive.

The Finale will be a lavish, glitzy, and grand event with beautiful finalists in gorgeous ensembles, a magnetic ambience of a five-star hotel, and the presence of renowned Bollywood stars, leading fashion icons, and distinguished dignitaries.

The 28th edition of Alee Club Miss & Mr Teen India 2026 is proudly partnered by Lumiere by Sambita Bose, co-powered by Model Prepare, with Lakmé India by Aptech as the Official Grooming, hairstyling, and makeup partner of the semi-final and Grand Finale.

The journey of Nabhia can be witnessed by friends, family, and admirers on the official YouTube channel of Alee Club, The Silver Screen, where the entire finale journey will be showcased as a reality series.

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Prisha Surendra Bansal beat hundreds of contestants in the Semi-Finale with her intelligence, confidence, and personality. Alee Club is an IQ and personality contest that celebrates confidence, communication skills, stage presence, and overall individuality. She is all set for an exciting journey into the glamour and entertainment industry after the Alee Club Finale, which ensures exposure, financial independence, and fame.

Daughter of Mr. Surendra Bansal, who works in plastic manufacturing, and Mrs. Poonam Surendra Bansal, a homemaker, Prisha is a student of Symbiosis Junior College, Pune. She shared that her dream of making her parents proud is now closer than ever, and she hopes to shine in the Grand Finale as well. Under the visionary direction of Rampguru Sambita Bose and the guidance of legendary actor Amrish Puri, Alee Club has emerged over the last three decades as India's No. 1 teen pageant, opening the doors to success at an early age.

Prisha Surendra Bansal will now undergo a career-building 9-day training and grooming session conducted by Rampguru Sambita Bose and leading professionals from the fashion and modelling industry.

She said, "I am awe-struck by the personality of my ideal, Rampguru Sambita Bose. She is my inspiration, and meeting her has been a dream come true. My heart is filled with excitement and a few butterflies as the Finale approaches. I want to make the best of the training sessions and carve a concrete path towards success and growth in life."

The Grand Finale will be held on 2nd September in the presence of renowned Bollywood stars, fashion icons, page 3 personalities, government and legal dignitaries, and distinguished personalities from the modelling and entertainment industry. The 9-day grooming programme is designed to prepare every finalist professionally and refine them into industry-ready models. The Finale promises to be a spectacular celebration of young talent from across India.

The 28th Alee Club Miss & Mr Teen India 2026 is proudly partnered by Lumiere by Sambita Bose, co-powered by Model Prepare, with Lakmé India by Aptech as the Official Grooming Partner from the Semi-Finale to the Grand Finale.

Admirers of Prisha Surendra Bansal can witness her inspiring journey on the official Silver Screen YouTube Channel as a reality series.

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Neither is it too late nor too early to start. The earlier, the better, as early birds often reach their destination first. Durgesh Nandani, an 18-year-old aspiring model, started her journey towards her dream and has now reached the last leg of her crown journey. On 26th July, India’s leading Rampguru, Sambita Bose, announced the name of Durgesh Nandani as one of the finalists for the decisive round of Alee Club Miss & Mr Teen India 2026. She is among the cream of the crop, the finalists selected from thousands of candidates.

Daughter of Mr. Shashi Bhushan Kumar, who is engaged in the transportation business, and Mrs. Punam Kumari, Durgesh is a student of Nirshu Narayan College, Hajipur (Patna) and is passionate about being a part of the entertainment industry. A young girl with no connections in the fashion and modelling world has reached the doorstep of exposure, name, and fame by being announced as a finalist of India’s oldest and most prestigious teen pageant, Alee Club Miss & Mr Teen India. Alee Club doesn’t follow the old-school philosophy of beauty and physical stature as the chief criterion for a pageant. It is an IQ and Personality Contest initiated by India’s leading Rampguru, Sambita Bose, under the guidance of legendary actor Amrish Puri.

Durgesh said that her selection for the Finale came as a surprise, as the competition was extremely tough. Speaking about the contest, Rampguru Sambita Bose also said that the level of competition was neck-to-neck. The judges were delighted to witness such an intense competition, making the selection process extremely challenging due to the exceptional talent displayed by the participants.

The next step towards the crown is the Grand Finale, scheduled for 2nd September 2026 in Delhi. This will be preceded by a 9-day training and grooming session commencing on 24th August, conducted by India’s leading fashion and ramp mentor, Sambita Bose. Her objective is to provide professional training to the finalists and prepare them for opportunities beyond the crown of Alee Club Miss & Mr Teen India 2026. She has a keen eye for the overall grooming of every contestant and ensures that each one becomes confident and independent.

The Grand Finale will be further elevated by the presence of distinguished personalities from the worlds of Bollywood, fashion, media, and public life. The Semi-Finale was graced by celebrated personalities including Imran Khan, Stefy Patel, Deeptesh Das, Haris Naik, etc making the journey even more inspiring for the finalists.

Finale night is going to be a glimpse into the glamorous world of entertainment and fashion, with music, a magnetic ambience, and a star-studded celebration. Alee Club also honours achievers from different fields every year by presenting the Alee Award for Excellence by the hands of eminent dignitaries and Bollywood Stars.

The 28th Alee Club Miss & Mr Teen India 2026 is proudly partnered by Lumiere by Sambita Bose, co-powered by Model Prepare, with Lakmé India by Aptech as the Official Grooming Partner from the Semi-Finale to the Grand Finale.

Those who cannot witness the Finale in person have good news, as Alee Club will present the entire journey as a reality series on its official YouTube channel, The Silver Screen.

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Daughter of Mr. Preyesh George, an ex-serviceman now working in a bank, and Mrs. Biji Mol, a teacher at Air Force School, Andrea is a student of Air Force School, Agra. Passionate about the world of fashion, entertainment, and modelling, she also loves practising yoga and enjoys dancing, which have helped shape her discipline, confidence, and graceful stage presence. Her selection into the Finale reflects not only her talent but also her determination to carve her own identity in the glamour industry.

India's most celebrated Rampguru, Sambita Bose, officially announced Andrea Preyesh George as a finalist and appreciated the level of competition witnessed during the Semi-Finale rounds. She shared that the judges were delighted to witness exceptionally talented participants, making the selection process highly competitive and challenging.

Speaking about her achievement, Andrea expressed immense happiness and gratitude towards Alee Club and Rampguru Sambita Bose for providing equal opportunities to aspiring talents from every background. "This platform gave me the confidence to believe in myself. The competition was tough, but every round helped me improve my personality, expressions, posture, and ramp walk," she said.

Andrea will now undergo an intensive 9-day training and grooming session under the mentorship of Rampguru Sambita Bose and industry experts before competing in the Grand Finale on 2nd September 2026 in Delhi. The programme is designed to transform finalists into confident, industry-ready professionals prepared for opportunities beyond the pageant.

The 28th Alee Club Miss & Mr Teen India 2026 is proudly partnered by Lumiere by Sambita Bose, co-powered by Model Prepare, with Lakmé India by Aptech as the Official make up and hairstyling Partner. Like the perfect finishing touch that transforms a masterpiece, Lakmé India by Aptech adds professional polish and confidence to every finalist's journey from the Semi-Finale to the Grand Finale.

Alee Club also honours achievers from different fields every year by presenting the Alee Award for Excellence. Those who are unable to witness the Grand Finale can experience the entire journey through the reality series on Alee Club's official YouTube channel, The Silver Screen.

Website: www.aleeclub.net
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YouTube Channel: The Silver Screen

Daughter of Mr. Abu Taher, a construction contractor, and Mrs. Laxmi, and a student of Shaiffali Public School, Soniya has always aspired to build a career in the world of fashion, modelling, and entertainment. Her passion, discipline, and eagerness to learn have helped her reach this important milestone at a young age.

India's renowned Rampguru and Founder of Alee Club, Sambita Bose, officially declared Soniya as one of the finalists for the upcoming Grand Finale to be held on 2nd September 2026 in Delhi. Congratulating the young finalist, she shared that this year's Semi-Finale witnessed extraordinary talent from every corner of the country. According to her, the jury faced an extremely challenging task as every contestant displayed remarkable potential, making the selection process more competitive than ever.

Expressing her excitement, Soniya thanked Alee Club and Sambita Bose for providing a platform where talent is recognised irrespective of background or experience. "Being selected as a finalist is a dream come true. Every round of the competition taught me confidence, discipline, personality development, grooming, and professional ramp presentation. This journey has transformed me into a more confident individual," she said.

Sambita Bose also acknowledged the valuable contribution of the makeup, styling, and wardrobe team for their outstanding support throughout the event. The 28th Alee Club Miss & Mr Teen India 2026 is proudly co-partnered by Lumiere by Sambita Bose, co-powered by Model Prepare, with Lakmé India by Aptech as the Official makeup and hairstyling Partner from the Semi-Finale to the Grand Finale. This collaboration brings together expert grooming, beauty, and personality enhancement, ensuring every finalist is professionally prepared to step confidently into the world of fashion and entertainment.

 Audiences can relive the excitement through Alee Club's official reality web series, streamed on its official YouTube channel, The Silver Screen, bringing inspiring stories and unforgettable moments to viewers across the country.

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Son of Mr. Satish Jethliya and Mrs. Soniya Jethliya, he is a student of Badruka College of Commerce & Arts, Hyderabad, with a keen interest in the modelling and entertainment industry.

Alee Club is India's most celebrated teen pageant since its inception in 1997 by Rampguru Sambita Bose. Alee Club Miss & Mr Teen India, the oldest launchpad for teens, rewrote the traditional parameters of selection and redefined itself as an IQ and personality contest. Working on the principles of legendary actor Amrish Puri, Sambita Bose continues the legacy of the last three decades.

A young boy with a dream of becoming a supermodel of the country, with no links to the fashion world, has made it to the Finale, proving the authenticity of Alee Club. He said, "It is a big achievement for me." He also added that Alee Club offers equal and fair opportunities to every talent. The competition wasn't easy, but the timely guidance of Sambita Bose during the auditions and the Semi-Finale helped him learn about body posture, facial expressions, and an accurate walk on the ramp.

Sagar Kumar Jethliya will be entering the Finale slated for 2nd September in Delhi. It is a 9-day session comprising training, convivial rounds, award night, and the Finale. Rampguru Sambita Bose not only aims to groom finalists for the last round but also for the industry. The entire session would be enhanced by the glamour of Bollywood stars, fashion icons, and dignitaries.

Students of the Alee Club have earned fame worldwide in the entertainment and fashion industries. Friends, family, and fans of Sagar Kumar Jethliya can witness his journey on the official YouTube channel, The Silver Screen on Alee Club, as the whole 9-day session will be released as a reality series.

The 28th Alee Club Miss & Mr Teen India is co-partnered by Lumiere by Sambita Bose, co-powered by Model Prepare, an institute catering to industry-ready models, and Lakmé India by Aptech, the Official Grooming Partner from the Semi-Finale to the Grand Finale.

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Daksh Jitendra Bhatiya aspires to become an actor and is determined to carve his own path without any godfather or industry backing. The longest-running teen pageant, Alee Club Miss & Mr Teen India, after conducting auditions in 14 cities across India, now heads towards the Grand Finale slated for 2nd September 2026 in New Delhi at Palm Green  Hotel & Resort, Alipur, Delhi.

Recognised in the Limca Book of National Records, Alee Club opens its doors to youngsters between 12 and 19 years of age, irrespective of height, body type, language, complexion, region, caste, or creed. The 28th edition is proudly supported by Lakmé India by Aptech as the Official Makeup and Hair Styling Partner, and is co-powered by Lumiere by Sambita Bose and co-partnered by Model Prepare.

Speaking about the grooming programme, Rampguru Sambita Bose said that exposure to social media and digital platforms has positively influenced today's aspirants. She added that grooming is not confined to learning the ramp walk alone; it includes developing communication skills, stage presence, posture, balance, posing techniques, catwalk, body language, facial expressions, voice modulation, confidence, and overall personality to prepare contestants for professional careers.

The Grand Finale of Alee Club Miss & Mr Teen India 2026 will be held on 2nd September 2026 in New Delhi, in the presence of leading personalities from Bollywood, the fashion industry, and distinguished dignitaries.

Not only Daksh, but his family, friends, and well-wishers can also witness his inspiring transformation and mesmerizing performance through the exclusive reality web series on The Silver Screens YouTube Channel, capturing the complete journey of every finalist of Alee Club Miss & Mr Teen India 2026.

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Loop Techno Systems Pvt. Ltd., an Indian engineering and manufacturing company, has announced its formal entry into the artificial intelligence sector with the launch of QURION.ai, an AI Operating Platform designed to integrate business intelligence, automation, knowledge management and creativity into a unified ecosystem.

The announcement marks a strategic expansion beyond the company's traditional engineering capabilities, positioning Loop Techno Systems to develop AI-powered digital infrastructure for enterprises, educational institutions, governments and startups.

According to the company, QURION.ai is being developed as an AI Operating System (AI OS) rather than a standalone AI application. The platform is expected to provide intelligent workflows, automation capabilities, collaborative AI tools and developer APIs that allow organizations to build customized AI solutions on top of the ecosystem.

"Our vision is to build an operating layer for intelligence—one that enables organizations to work smarter, automate processes and create value through artificial intelligence," the company said in its announcement.

The first phase of the rollout will include QURION Workspace and a suite of Developer APIs, allowing businesses and developers early access to the platform while additional modules continue to be introduced.

Loop Techno Systems stated that QURION.ai has been designed with a long-term roadmap that spans multiple industries including:

Enterprise

Education

Healthcare

Government

Research

Startups

The company said future announcements will gradually introduce platform components, industry-specific products and strategic partnerships as development progresses.

Industry observers note that Indian technology firms are increasingly investing in sovereign AI capabilities and indigenous AI infrastructure. With QURION.ai, Loop Techno Systems aims to contribute to this growing ecosystem by building a scalable AI platform developed in India for global use.

As artificial intelligence continues to reshape industries, the launch of QURION.ai reflects the company's ambition to evolve from an engineering-focused organization into a technology-driven AI innovator, supporting intelligent digital transformation across sectors.

About Loop Techno Systems

Loop Techno Systems Pvt. Ltd. is an Indian engineering and technology company specializing in manufacturing, engineering solutions and digital innovation. Through QURION.ai, the company is expanding into artificial intelligence with the goal of building an integrated AI Operating Platform for businesses, institutions and governments.

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The couple brings decades of experience from the international garment export sector, where quality, precision, and global standards have been the foundation of their business.

Garima's journey into fashion started in Agra, where she worked as a model before turning her passion into entrepreneurship through a boutique established with her mother. Her business experience expanded further after joining her husband's export venture in New Delhi.

Tarun Sethi pursued fashion professionally by graduating from the National Institute of Fashion Technology (NIFT), New Delhi. After gaining industry experience as a designer, he established his own export company, developing long-term business relationships with buyers across Turkey, Europe, and Sri Lanka.

Inspired by their international exposure, the husband-wife duo recognized a growing demand for premium children's apparel that combines comfort, functionality, and timeless style. This realization became the foundation of Kitpo, a brand committed to offering thoughtfully designed clothing for modern families.

Rather than following fast-changing fashion trends, the founders are focused on delivering garments that emphasize quality materials, practical design, and lasting comfort for children. Their manufacturing expertise and understanding of international markets position Kitpo to meet evolving consumer expectations in India.

As they expand into the domestic retail landscape, Garima and Tarun Sethi remain committed to innovation, craftsmanship, and customer trust. Through Kitpo, they hope to build a brand that not only reflects global quality standards but also contributes to the growing demand for premium kidswear made with care and purpose.

With a clear vision and years of industry experience, the duo is poised to make a meaningful mark on India's evolving fashion landscape.

According to reports, the average documented online cart abandonment rate is around 70%, with unexpected costs and a complicated checkout process among the most common reasons shoppers leave before completing a purchase. For Indian sellers, particularly those with a high share of Cash on Delivery (COD) orders, the challenge extends beyond abandoned carts to Return to Origin (RTO) costs as well. This blog looks at five checkout solutions that help address these challenges and improve the buying experience.

Why Does Checkout Friction Push Shoppers Away?

Every extra field is a small excuse to leave. Long forms, a second OTP nobody asked for, a delivery date that is nowhere to be found, and payment options that do not include what the shopper actually wants to use all add up right when a buyer is closest to paying. Mobile makes this worse. Typing out an address on a phone keyboard is slow, and it is easy to mistype something and give up rather than fix it.

Cash on Delivery changes the equation for sellers. It is popular with customers, but it also means some orders are placed with little commitment to completing the purchase. When those orders are refused at the doorstep or cannot be delivered, sellers are left dealing with reverse shipping and unsold stock. That is why many checkout platforms now focus not only on making checkout faster, but also on helping sellers identify risky COD orders before they are shipped.

The most effective checkout platforms do more than speed up payments. They also give sellers greater control over COD orders, helping reduce unnecessary fulfilment costs alongside cart abandonment.

The Top 5 Checkout Solutions to Reduce Cart Abandonment

1. Fastrr Checkout

Among the checkout solutions in this list, Fastrr Checkout is built around one idea: remove as much effort from the buying process as possible. Instead of asking shoppers to fill out a long checkout form, they start with their phone number. If they are recognised through Shiprocket's buyer network, the remaining delivery details are filled in automatically, even on a first visit.

The checkout also helps sellers recover orders that might otherwise be lost. Guest checkout keeps the buying process simple, failed-payment recovery gives customers another opportunity to complete their purchase, and an estimated delivery promise is shown before payment. Together, these features reduce common reasons shoppers leave during checkout.

Beyond the payment page, Fastrr Checkout includes tools that help sellers manage Cash on Delivery more effectively. Businesses can configure COD availability using factors such as PIN code, order value, customer history, or address quality, while prepaid incentives encourage customers to choose online payment where appropriate. For sellers trying to improve checkout conversions without increasing Return to Origin (RTO), these controls provide greater flexibility.

Because Fastrr Checkout is part of the broader Fastrr ecosystem, sellers can combine the checkout experience with Shiprocket's buyer network and other commerce tools instead of relying on disconnected platforms for different stages of the customer journey.

Key Highlights

●      Shoppers begin checkout with just a phone number

●      Delivery details can be filled automatically through Shiprocket's buyer network

●      Customers can check out without creating an account

●      Failed payments can be recovered instead of being lost immediately

●      Buyers see an estimated delivery promise before payment

●      Sellers can manage COD using configurable business rules

●      Prepaid incentives help encourage online payments

2. Razorpay Magic Checkout

Razorpay Magic Checkout speeds up the buying process by pre-filling saved delivery addresses and payment details for returning shoppers. This can make a noticeable difference on mobile, where filling out long forms often leads to abandoned carts. The platform also supports WhatsApp-based cart recovery, helping sellers reconnect with customers who leave before completing their purchase.

If you already use Razorpay for payments, Magic Checkout fits easily into the existing setup. Its strengths lie in making payments and checkout faster, rather than managing logistics or RTO risks.

3. GoKwik

Many D2C brands use GoKwik because of its focus on COD orders. It verifies COD purchases before dispatch, helping sellers reduce orders that are unlikely to be accepted at delivery. The platform also includes address autofill and WhatsApp-based order confirmation, making the checkout process quicker for customers.

If COD accounts for a large share of your business, GoKwik is worth considering. Businesses looking for checkout and shipping within the same platform may need to connect it with other tools.

4. Shopflo

Shopflo focuses on creating a smoother checkout experience through a customisable checkout page. It is commonly used by Shopify merchants and businesses with custom-built online stores that want greater control over the look and feel of their checkout.

The platform is designed to keep the buying process simple and fast, while giving brands the flexibility to match the checkout with their website. Its focus is on improving the checkout experience rather than providing logistics or Return to Origin management features.

5. Cashfree Bolt

Cashfree Bolt focuses on making payments faster. Customers can complete their purchase without being redirected away from the merchant's website, helping create a smoother checkout experience.

The platform supports one-click payments, UPI, cards, and other popular payment methods. It is a suitable choice for businesses that want to improve payment completion, although it is less focused on areas such as address autofill, COD management, or logistics.

How Do You Pick the Right One for Your Store?

The right checkout solution depends on what is causing customers to leave before completing a purchase.

If shoppers are abandoning their carts because the checkout takes too long, look for features such as address autofill, guest checkout, and faster payment options. If your business receives a large number of COD orders, it is worth choosing a solution that also helps manage RTO through buyer verification or configurable COD settings.

It is equally important to consider how the checkout solution fits into your existing operations. A platform that works well with your shipping and fulfilment process can reduce manual work and make it easier to manage orders from checkout through to delivery.

Conclusion

A better checkout experience can help more customers complete their purchases, but the right solution depends on the needs of your business.

If your priority is reducing checkout friction while managing Cash on Delivery (COD) and Return to Origin (RTO), Fastrr Checkout offers a combination of checkout and logistics capabilities designed for Indian sellers. Razorpay Magic Checkout, GoKwik, Shopflo, and Cashfree Bolt also provide useful features, with each platform focusing on different aspects of the checkout journey.

Before choosing a solution, consider where customers are leaving your checkout process and select a platform that addresses those specific challenges.

 She captivated judges with her outstanding performance on the ramp during semi-finale. Jiya Vikrant Devhare, daughter of Mr Vikrant Prabhakar, is the owner of the Fashion Institute of Technology.  Her father expressed his joy and pride at hearing the news, and thanked the chief guests, Imran Khan, Stefy Patel, Deeptesh Das, Haris Naik, and Rampguru Sambita Bose, who were judges at the Semi-Finale held at Radisson Blu, Delhi.

Founded by Rampguru Sambita Bose, Alee Club hunts aspiring and talented candidates, grooms them, and offers easy exposure in the entertainment and fashion world. Since its establishment, Alee Club has consistently organized contests and served the fashion industry with industry-ready models.

 Sambita Bose is a leading fashion choreographer and personality mentor of India who established Alee Club with the assistance of Legendary actor Amrish Puri.  The objective of the Alee Club is to provide maximum exposure to every candidate. Sambita Bose expressed her gratitude to Lakme India by Aptech for embellishing the event with their makeup and hair styling expertise.    

 Grand Finale is scheduled on 2^nd September at Palm Green Resort, Alipur, with  eminient personalities adorning the finale night with glitz and glamour. Jiya, along with other finalists, will undergo 9 days of training starting on 24^th August with multiple rounds of assessments.

   Jiya Vikrant Devhare will be competing with a hundred finalists from across India, who will showcase their talent, confidence, and persona to the world.  Watch out the action on the ramp through a reality web series to be broadcast by Alee Club on YouTube.  The 2026 Alee Club Miss is co-partnered by Lumiere by Sambita and Co-powered by Model Prepares.

For more details, visit www.aleeclub.net. Follow

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A student of Godavari School, Pune, Manaswi is the daughter of Mr. Girish Pundlik Rajorekar, Bank Manager at JDCC, and Mrs. Limbina Rajorekar. Her family, teachers, and friends are immensely proud of her achievement, recognising the hard work, discipline, and dedication she invested in pursuing her dream of entering the world of fashion and entertainment.

 Her father expressed immense joy, stating that Manaswi possesses exceptional talent, unwavering determination, and a deep passion for modelling and personality development. She is a passionate dancer and has performed on various platforms.

A young girl with big dreams, Manaswi always aspired to build a successful career in the glamour and entertainment industry but needed the right guidance and platform. That opportunity came through Alee Club, recognised by the Limca Book of Records and celebrated as one of India's leading teen pageant platforms. The exposure, mentorship, and encouragement she received gave her the confidence to showcase her true potential.

Following her selection, Manaswi and the other finalists will undergo an intensive 9-day grooming and training programme under the mentorship of RampGuru Sambita Bose commencing on 24^th August. The Grand Finale of the 28th Alee Club Miss & Mr. Teen India Contest 2026 will be a spectacular celebration of youth, talent, and glamour, attended by prominent personalities from Bollywood, the fashion industry, the entertainment world, and distinguished dignitaries from across the country. The event promises an unforgettable experience for finalists and audiences alike.

The 28th Alee Club Miss & Mr. Teen India Contest 2026 is powered by Model Prepare, co-partnered by Lumiere by Sambita Bose, and proudly supported by Lakmé India by Aptech as the Official Grooming Partner from the Semi-Finale to the Grand Finale, adding allure and style to the event.

Watch out the action on the ramp through a reality web series to be broadcast by Alee Club on YouTube.  

For more details, visit www.aleeclub.net. Follow

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Saachismaya is the daughter of Mr. B.R. Prashanth, an Agriculturist, and Mrs. Chaitra H.G. Their unwavering encouragement and belief in her dreams have been a constant source of strength throughout her journey. She is a trained Bharatanatyam dancer passionate to pursue carrier in Modelling and the fashion world.

Expressing her excitement, Saachismaya BP said, "I am super excited and look forward to meeting renowned personalities and learning from them closely. This platform is the best thing that has happened to me, and being selected as a finalist is truly a dream come true."

Since its inception by Rampguru Sambita Bose in 1997, Alee Club Miss & Mr Teen India has been serving the Indian fashion and entertainment industry by discovering and nurturing exceptional young talent year after year. The platform has redefined the parameters of selection by emphasizing IQ, personality, confidence, and communication skills, rather than conventional standards such as height or body measurements.

The 28th edition is proudly co-powered by Lumiere by Sambita Bose, co-partnered by Model Prepare and Ramp Ready, while Lakmé India by Aptech joins as the Official Makeup and Hair Styling Partner.

Finalists, including Saachismaya, will now undergo an intensive 9-day grooming and training programme, specially designed to prepare them for the fashion and entertainment industry while refining their overall personality. The contestants will be mentored by India's renowned Rampguru Sambita Bose and other leading experts from the worlds of fashion, media, and entertainment.

The Grand Finale is scheduled to be held on 2nd September 2026 in New Delhi, where Saachismaya, along with the other finalists, will showcase her talent one final time on the prestigious stage of Alee Club Miss & Mr Teen India 2026 before an audience comprising leading personalities from Bollywood, the fashion industry, and distinguished dignitaries.

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Prabhati is the daughter of Mr. Tarun Kumar Pandey, a Software Engineer at the British Indian Association, and Mrs. Aruna Pandey, a teacher. Raised in an encouraging environment that values education and ambition, Prabhati has always dreamt of making a mark in the glamour industry. She aspires to become Miss Universe one day and has nurtured a strong passion for acting since childhood.

Expressing her happiness, Prabhati Pandey said, "I always wanted to make my parents proud, but Alee Club has helped me turn my dreams into reality at such an early age. I aspire to become Miss Universe and also build a successful career as an actor. This platform has given me the confidence and exposure to move closer to my dreams.

She is among the top finalists selected for the Grand Finale. Her next milestone is an intensive 9-day grooming and training programme under the guidance of Rampguru Sambita Bose and her expert team. The residential training session begins on 24th August, while the Grand Finale is scheduled for 2nd September at Palm Green Hotels and Resort, Alipur, Delhi.

The chief objective of the grooming programme is to prepare contestants to become industry-ready professionals. The grooming journey is further strengthened by Lakmé India by Aptech, the Official Makeup and Hair Styling Partner.

Rampguru Sambita Bose assures every finalist a luxurious stay, world-class training facilities, and the highest standards of safety throughout the grooming programme. Every finalist will receive a memento of appreciation presented by leading personalities from Bollywood, the fashion industry, and distinguished dignitaries.

Adding to the excitement, Alee Club will present an exclusive reality web series on The Silver Screens YouTube Channel after the Grand Finale, showcasing the complete transformation journey of every finalist, including Prabhati Pandey, throughout Alee Club Miss & Mr Teen India Contest 2026.

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Vaishnavi Tiwari, a 14-year-old student of Sarv Hitkari Girls Higher Secondary School, Indore, is among the finalists selected after outperforming hundreds of contestants in the highly competitive Semi-Finale. She is the daughter of Late Shri Ramshray Pr. Tiwari and Mrs. Seema Tiwari, a professional makeup artist. Her selection is a proud moment for her family and an inspiration for countless young dreamers who aspire to make a mark in the fashion and entertainment industry.

Before stepping onto the grand stage, Vaishnavi and the other finalists will undergo an intensive 9-day grooming programme meticulously designed by RampGuru Sambita Bose. Addressing the media, RampGuru Sambita Bose said, "The enthusiasm, confidence, and dedication shown by today's teenagers are truly inspiring. Alee Club is committed to providing equal opportunities to every deserving youngster, irrespective of physical appearance or background”.

The Grand Finale of the 28th Alee Club Miss & Mr. Teen India Contest 2026 will be held on 2nd September 2026 in Delhi. The Grand Finale of the Alee Club Miss & Mr. Teen India Contest 2026 will be graced by eminent personalities from Bollywood, the fashion fraternity, the entertainment industry, and distinguished dignitaries from across the country, making it one of India's most awaited youth events.

The 28th Alee Club Miss & Mr. Teen India Contest 2026 is powered by Model Prepare, co-partnered by Lumiere by Sambita Bose, and proudly supported by Lakmé India by Aptech as the Official Grooming Partner from the Semi-Finale to the Grand Finale, providing professional beauty, grooming, and personality enhancement to all finalists.

The complete journey—from the welcome session to the Grand Finale—will be showcased as a reality series on the Silver Screen YouTube Channel, offering nationwide exposure to the finalists.

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Aditya Bansal, a 14-year-old aspiring model from Mumbai, has secured himself a place in the Grand Finale of Alee Club Miss & Mr Teen India 2026. Bringing immense pride to his parents, Mr. Ishant Bansal, a businessman, and Mrs. Suman Bansal, as well as to his school, D.P.S. Sirsa, Aditya has emerged as one of the country's most promising young contestants. He will now compete alongside other finalists, selected from the Semi-Finale held on 26th July at Radisson Blu, Delhi.

For nearly three decades, Alee Club has remained one of India's most respected teen personality platforms. Established in 1997 by Rampguru Sambita Bose, the contest has launched the careers of numerous successful personalities in the fashion, entertainment, and media industries.

Aditya's confident personality, eagerness to learn, and determination helped him stand out during the selection rounds. Sharing his excitement, Aditya described the experience as life-changing, saying that Alee Club has given him exposure, confidence, and an opportunity to learn from some of the finest mentors in the country.

As he prepares for the Grand Finale, Aditya and the other finalists will undergo an intensive 9-day residential grooming programme under the expert guidance of Rampguru Sambita Bose. The training will include personality development, runway techniques, communication, stage etiquette, confidence building, fashion choreography, and media interaction.

The Grand Finale of Alee Club Miss & Mr Teen India 2026, scheduled for 2nd September 2026, promises to be a spectacular celebration of youth, fashion, and talent. The event will be graced by leading Bollywood personalities, fashion icons, and distinguished dignitaries, making it one of the most anticipated teen events of the year.

Speaking about this year's finalists, Rampguru Sambita Bose said, "Every year brings fresh talent, but this year's finalists have displayed exceptional confidence, commitment, and a willingness to learn.

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A solid teak table costs several times that upfront. But here's the part that rarely gets discussed: that table your parents bought in 1970 is still standing, still beautiful, still worth something today. The economics shift entirely once you start thinking in decades instead of months, and that's not sentiment, that's simple math. Craftspeople working with solid wood see this pattern play out constantly. At Wootique, a teak dining table built back in 2005 is still serving its family beautifully today, and the workshop still hears from the people who own it.

Families who inherit a grandmother's wooden furniture rarely replace it. They refinish it, move it with them, and eventually pass it on. The piece survives because it was built right from the start. Engineered wood tells a different story, once it begins to fail, there's no bringing it back. Particle board and MDF can't be refurbished or rejuvenated; once damaged, replacement is the only option.

Run the actual numbers and the picture gets even clearer. A ₹75,000 piece that lasts 50 years comes out to roughly ₹150 a month. A budget table that lasts five years works out to about ₹250 a month. Custom, well-made furniture isn't the expensive option, it's the more economical one. There's an environmental upside too: every five years, that budget piece ends up as landfill, while a solid wood piece simply gets refinished and carries on.

Most people never run this calculation. They compare sticker prices instead of cost-per-year, which is exactly the gap between seeing quality furniture as a luxury and understanding it as smart economics. The people who invest in solid wood furniture, from Wootique or elsewhere, aren't necessarily wealthier, they've just learned to think about money and time differently.

There's a psychological side to it too. Owning something solid changes how you treat it. You care for it, live with it, and never quite worry about it falling apart. That peace of mind is worth something in its own right, and it's exactly what a well-made piece is designed to give back, year after year.

July 14, 2026, Moscow

Users of the GigaChat AI assistant can enjoy the updated GigaChat Audio AI, a large language model capable of processing audio files and voice messages without converting speech to text first. The LLM has been trained to understand intonation and had its sound data processing potential enhanced to deliver higher performance.

Anton Frolov, senior vice president, head of GenAI Development, Sberbank:

“Voice is the most natural way to interact with technology, but also the most demanding one, as any detection error or a misread emotion destroys your trust in the assistant immediately. That is why we believe that audio is where the AI assistant market has room for growth. By giving open access to these models, we are handing developers and researchers a powerful tool. The range of applications for voice technology is very wide, ranging from simultaneous voice translation to services for people with speech disorders, while multilingualism and the ability to easily learn other languages unlock international opportunities for these models.”

The AI assistant with more empathy

The updated GigaChat can detect users’ positive or negative emotions based on intonation, voice characteristics, and pronunciation nuances to be more on-point in responses. For example, it will talk more gently to an irritated user or mirror the mood of someone sharing good news.

The model can process recordings up to three hours in length and navigate within them. You can ask it about the exact time when some specific issue was discussed, request a summary of a segment you need, or get a summary of the entire recording with timestamps. The AI is also capable of distinguishing between different speakers in a recording. These features will be useful for reviewing meetings and calls, navigating through recordings, and taking minutes.

The AI assistant can now remember facts that users find important directly in a voice dialogue and rely on them in future sessions. Upon subsequent requests, GigaChat will take into account your previous wishes. For example, it will plan a travel route based on your interests. The user has full control over this function, which means recorded facts can be viewed, edited, or the memory can be disabled at any time in the profile settings.

In-house tests show that GigaChat Audio is as good at understanding and responding to voice queries as the best global solutions. This was confirmed by the Arena-Hard-Audio benchmark, when other neural networks blindly compared the responses of different models to the same voice questions. GigaChat Audio secured a win rate of 70%, almost on par with Gemini 3 Flash preview (77.5%) and higher than Gemini 2.5 Pro (62%). In terms of emotion recognition accuracy, Sber’s model is at 80%, outperforming Qwen3Omni-30B (70%) or Kimi-Audio (62%).

Availability for developers

In addition to the voice model’s integration into the AI assistant, the team has opensourced GigaChat3.1-Audio-10B, a lightweight version which recognizes Russian, English, and other languages. It can be used to create transcription solutions, pronunciation trainers, voice-over quality assessment tools, context-aware voice interpreters, and summarization solutions for long audio recordings. 

Sber has also open-sourced GigaAM Multilingual, a family of automatic speech recognition models. The first open-source model in Russia that supports multiple languages, it currently delivers the best speech recognition quality in Russian. According to benchmarks, GigaAM makes fewer errors than its closest rivals by a factor of 1.5–2. The model supports Russian, English, Kyrgyz, Kazakh, and Uzbek languages and is available in two versions: a compact one that runs on standard processors, and a flagship one with higher-quality recognition. GigaAM can be used at call centers and in voice assistants, meeting transcription, interviews, and podcasts, voice input in applications, and auto-generated subtitles.

Available on GitVerse and Hugging Face, both the models have been pre-trained on many languages, which allows them to be quickly fine-tuned for additional ones, including the languages of CIS countries. This would require only a few dozen hours of marked-up audio recordings. Scientific papers about the new models have been accepted at Interspeech 2026, a premier international conference on speech science and technology.

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For many businesses, cryptocurrency has become more than just another payment option. It now plays a role in supplier payments, settlements with international partners, treasury management, and day-to-day financial operations. As these activities expand, companies often discover that the biggest challenge is no longer processing transactions—it is managing them efficiently.

A workflow that works perfectly for a handful of payments each week may become difficult to maintain once transaction volumes increase. More wallets, additional team members, approval procedures, and recurring payouts all add complexity. Without a clear operational structure, routine tasks begin consuming time that could be spent elsewhere.

Don't Wait for Complexity to Build Up

Most companies don't start with sophisticated payment operations. In the early stages, handling transactions manually is usually enough. Finance teams know where funds are stored, approvals happen quickly, and there are only a few recurring payments to process.

The picture changes as the business grows. New departments may need access to digital assets. Vendor payments become more frequent. International contractors are added to payroll. Finance teams begin working with several wallets instead of one, and information ends up spread across multiple tools.

At that stage, introducing structure is often more valuable than introducing new features. Clearly defined workflows, approval rules, and standardized payment procedures make daily operations easier while reducing the likelihood of avoidable mistakes.

Reduce Repetitive Work Through Automation

Many operational tasks simply don't require manual attention every time they occur. Recurring payouts, scheduled transfers, and internal payment routing follow predictable patterns, making them good candidates for automation.

Instead of asking employees to repeat the same actions every day, businesses increasingly rely on software that allows routine operations to run according to predefined rules while still remaining under the company's control.

Businesses interested in simplifying recurring operational payouts can learn more through this link, which explains how automated payout functionality can fit into a broader crypto payment workflow.

Solutions such as BitHide demonstrate this approach. Rather than acting as a custodial service, BitHide provides non-custodial software that businesses can deploy within their own infrastructure, helping automate payment operations while keeping private keys under the client's control.

Keep Payment Operations in One Place

Growth often creates an unexpected problem: information becomes scattered.

One team uses a particular wallet, another relies on a different process, while finance tracks transactions in separate spreadsheets or internal systems. None of these decisions seem problematic on their own, but together they can make even simple reconciliation unnecessarily time-consuming.

Centralizing payment management doesn't eliminate complexity altogether—it simply makes it easier to see what's happening. Teams spend less time searching for information, reviewing duplicate records, or confirming payment statuses, and more time focusing on operational priorities.

This also creates a more consistent experience across departments, especially when multiple people are involved in payment approvals or financial reporting.

Security Supports Efficient Operations

Security is often discussed as a way to protect digital assets, but it also has a direct impact on operational efficiency.

When access permissions are clearly defined, approval workflows are documented, and sensitive information is properly protected, teams can process payments with greater confidence. There is less uncertainty about who is responsible for each step and fewer interruptions caused by manual verification.

A layered approach—combining role-based permissions, two-factor authentication, encrypted communications, and clear internal responsibilities—helps businesses build payment processes that remain manageable as transaction volumes increase.

Because BitHide is designed as a non-custodial software solution, businesses retain control over their own private keys and infrastructure instead of transferring that responsibility elsewhere.

Think Beyond Today's Workflow

Choosing payment software isn't only about solving today's operational challenges. It is also about avoiding unnecessary work in the future.

As businesses expand, crypto payment operations rarely stay the same. New markets, additional suppliers, remote teams, and changing internal processes all place greater demands on financial infrastructure. Systems that integrate with existing business tools are generally easier to adapt than isolated solutions that require manual work at every stage.

API integrations, standardized workflows, and flexible automation allow payment operations to evolve alongside the business rather than forcing teams to redesign their processes each time requirements change.

Build Processes That Can Scale

Companies rarely notice operational inefficiencies while transaction volumes are still low. Those issues usually become visible only after growth accelerates.

Businesses that establish structured payment workflows early are often in a stronger position as operations become more demanding. Automation reduces repetitive work, centralized management improves visibility, and consistent security practices support smoother day-to-day operations.

Ultimately, efficient crypto payment management isn't about processing more transactions. It's about building processes that remain organized, reliable, and practical as the business grows. For many organizations, investing in scalable operational workflows early proves to be far easier than redesigning them once complexity has already taken hold.

Mahi Sharma is the daughter of Mr Rakesh Kumar Sharma (Chief Manager in RSTB), and Mrs Gayatri Sharma. Walking the ramp with elegance and self-assurance, Mahi Sharma won the judges' hearts through her confidence and authentic charm. Her poise and polished presentation made her one of the standout performers of the evening.  She successfully won the hearts of the semi-final jury panel: Imran Khan, Stefy Patel, Haris Naik, and Deeptesh Das.

Official Show Director of the Alee Club Miss and Mr Teen India contest 2026, Sambita Bose, is the most successful fashion choreographer and personality developer. With her expertise arising from years of experience, she has transformed the careers of many aspirants of the Alee Club.

 Every finalist, including Mahi Sharma, will undergo an aggressive 9-day training program after the welcome round. The training session will start on 24th August and end with the finale on 2nd September.  The Finale event will be graced by India’s top Bollywood and Fashion stars, including personalities from  Bollywood and fashion Icons, with the dignitaries.

 Under the mentorship of Rampguru Sambita Bose, every finalist will be prepared for the ramp with the knowledge involving Ramp Walk & Catwalk Training, Personality Development, Confidence Building, Communication Skills, Grooming & Styling, Posing Techniques, Camera Facing Skills, Facial Expressions, Body Language & Posture, Fashion Sense & Styling Awareness, Fitness & Wellness, and Makeup & Basic Styling Knowledge. 

  The nine-day training session will be recorded as a reality web series, which can be viewed on the Silver Screen channel on YouTube. This venture ensures nationwide exposure to the casting companies, production houses, etc.  Lakme India by Aptech added glamour to the event and was thanked by Rampguru Sambita Bose. Follow the Alee Club on platforms to watch the journey of Mahi Sharma

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Initiated by RampGuru Sambita Bose under the visionary mentorship of legendary actor Amrish Puri, Alee Club has emerged as India's leading teen pageant, offering equal opportunities to talented youngsters across the nation.

Arijit Karmakar is a student of Mijia High School, Kolkata. He is the son of Mr. Bamapada Karmakar, an ECL Employee, and Mrs. Tapasi Karmakar. A hardworking, confident, disciplined, and passionate teenager, Arijit impressed the judges with his determination and stage presence. His dream of sharing the runway with India's celebrated personalities came true as he walked the ramp with RampGuru Sambita Bose. His selection has filled his family, school, and the people of Kolkata with immense pride.

Expressing his happiness, Arijit Karmakar said, "Making it to the finale is a dream come true. This achievement belongs to my parents, teachers, and everyone who believed in me. I sincerely thank Alee Club for giving me this wonderful platform and unforgettable opportunity."

Before the finale, Arijit will undergo a 9-day intensive grooming programme designed by RampGuru Sambita Bose, focusing on personality development, stage presence, diction, confidence building, and professional ramp walk. She expressed her gratitude to Lakme India by Aptech for adorning the event with elegance and beauty.  The whole journey of the Alee Club 2026 contest is powered by Lumiere by Sambita and Model Prepare.

The Grand Finale of the 28th Alee Club Miss & Mr. Teen India 2026 will be held on 2nd September 2026 in Delhi and promises to be a spectacular celebration of glamour, fashion, and talent.  Renowned Bollywood and Fashion personalities, along with distinguished guests and celebrated Alee Club alumni, will grace the Finale.  

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Akshaj is currently pursuing his studies at Bhaskar Academy, Indore. A young bundle of raw talent, he always dreamt of making it big in the glamour world but was searching for the right direction. A call to Alee Club, the Limca Book of Records holder, gave wings to his aspirations. The exposure offered by India's proven teen pageant platform gave him the confidence to compete and outshine his co-contestants.

Expressing his excitement, Akshaj Soni said, "Making it to the finale is a dream come true. I am excited and keeping my fingers crossed for the Grand Finale. I sincerely thank Alee Club and RampGuru Sambita Bose for believing in me and giving me this incredible opportunity."

Alee Club discards conventional pageant parameters such as height, complexion, body measurements, and outward appearance. Instead, it focuses on confidence, intelligence, personality, individuality, and communication skills. The selection process includes auditions, personality assessment, grooming sessions, stage presentation, confidence enhancement, and specialized mentoring.

Before the Grand Finale, Akshaj and the other finalists will undergo an intensive 9-day grooming and training programme under the mentorship of RampGuru Sambita Bose. The programme includes welcome sessions, personality development, runway training, stage presentation, diction improvement, acting orientation, and confidence-building, preparing finalists for the worlds of fashion, entertainment, and the silver screen.

Delhi will witness a dazzling celebration of fashion and talent during the Alee Club Miss & Mr. Teen India 2026 Grand Finale on 2nd September 2026, featuring renowned personalities from Bollywood, the fashion fraternity, and distinguished dignitaries.  

The Alee Club Miss & Mr. Teen India Contest 2026 is powered by Model Prepare, co-partnered by Lumiere by Sambita Bose, and will be showcased as a reality series on the Silver Screen YouTube Channel.

The grooming journey from the Semi-Finale to the Grand Finale is proudly supported by Lakmé India by Aptech, the Official Grooming Partner, ensuring every finalist receives professional training in beauty, grooming, and personality enhancement.

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The Korea–India Art Exchange Exhibition, opening at IRTX Space, Seoul from 28 July to 14 August 2026, celebrates the creative dialogue between two rich artistic traditions. Among the participating artists, Indian contemporary painter Hemraj presents a body of work that moves beyond conventional abstraction and introduces a new philosophical direction in contemporary painting—Dissolutionism.

For more than three decades, Hemraj has pursued a deeply personal artistic journey, not through representation or storytelling, but through an exploration of perception itself. His paintings emerge from an intuitive process in which colour, form and rhythm evolve organically, free from predetermined concepts or narratives. The resulting visual language is complex and meditative, inviting prolonged engagement rather than immediate interpretation.

At the heart of Hemraj’s practice is Dissolutionism, a philosophy he has developed over years of artistic inquiry. Unlike traditional approaches that view painting primarily as a medium of expression, Dissolutionism proposes that the highest purpose of art is to dissolve the perceived separation between the viewer and the artwork.

In Hemraj’s paintings, countless autonomous forms coexist within luminous fields of colour. These forms are not symbols waiting to be decoded, nor metaphors carrying hidden messages. Instead, they create an open visual environment where the viewer gradually abandons the habitual search for meaning. As interpretation begins to fade, another experience emerges—one of direct awareness.

For Hemraj, this is the true encounter with painting.

The artwork does not ask to be understood intellectually. It asks to be experienced.

“Dissolution” in this context does not imply disappearance. Rather, it refers to the dissolution of boundaries—the subtle disappearance of distance between observer and image. Painting becomes less an object to be viewed and more a field of consciousness into which the viewer enters.

This philosophical shift places Hemraj’s work in a distinctive position within contemporary art. While modern abstraction liberated painting from the obligation to imitate reality, Dissolutionism seeks to liberate perception from the compulsion to interpret reality. Colour exists before symbolism. Form exists before representation. The experience of painting precedes explanation.

The Korea–India Art Exchange provides an ideal context for presenting this vision. The exhibition fosters dialogue between Korean and Indian artists whose diverse practices reflect different cultural histories while sharing a commitment to experimentation and contemporary thought. Hemraj’s contribution expands this dialogue by proposing not simply a new visual language, but a new way of experiencing painting itself.

In an age dominated by information, spectacle and constant interpretation, Hemraj offers an alternative founded on silence, presence and awareness. His paintings invite viewers to pause, to enter the work without expectation, and to experience a moment where the boundaries between self and image begin to dissolve.

As visitors encounter Hemraj’s works in Seoul, they are invited not merely to look at paintings, but to participate in an experience where perception itself becomes the artwork.

Exhibition Details

KOREA–INDIA ART EXCHANGE EXHIBITION

Dates: 28 July – 14 August 2026

Venue: IRTX Space, Seocho-gu, Seoul, Republic of Korea

Participating Artists:

Park Neung Saeng • Shin Ha Soon • Lee Man Soo • Lee Min Joo • Ha Yeon Soo • Hemraj • Kalicharan Gupta • Niren Sen Gupta • Rashmi Khurana • Santosh Kumar Verma

Key Highlights of the Lecture

During the session, Mr. Bhaskaran took the audience on an immersive journey behind the lens, blending field experience with wildlife conservation science. The comprehensive session addressed critical aspects of apex predator conservation, including:

Historical Context: The origin and evolution of International Tiger Day as a global platform for big cat conservation.

Population Dynamics: Strategic conservation goals and an overview of current tiger population trends both globally and across India’s national reserves.

Government Initiatives: Key policies, habitat protection frameworks, and anti-poaching measures spearheaded by the Government of India.

Ecological Significance: The vital role of tigers as umbrella species in maintaining the health and biodiversity of forest ecosystems.

Dynamic Student Interaction

The lecture concluded with an energetic interactive session. Attending students engaged directly with the speaker, posing insightful questions regarding wild tiger behavior, habitat management, tracking techniques, and modern field protection efforts.

"Preserving apex predators requires understanding both the art of observation and the science of ecology," noted the event organizers, highlighting the crucial role young students play in future environmental stewardship