MUMBAI: Excel Home Entertainment has teamed up with three times Oscar Winning Visual Effects Studio, Rhythm & Hues for the home release of the Academy Award Winning movie ?Life of Pi?. This brings a visual treat to animation lovers who can revel in the special effects through the feature of 'A Remarkable Vision' by Rhythm & Hues Studios.

Muslim Kapasi, MD, Excel Home Entertainment, says, ?The movie includes the feature of ?A Remarkable Vision? by Rhythm & Hues which is an in-depth detailing of the stunning visual effects that portrays a striking realism in the breathtaking fantasy. From the creation of the Bengal tiger- Richard Parker, to the wondrous environment of the vast sea, the visual effects expand the story to brilliantly execute Ang Lee?s vision.?.

The movie based on Yann Martel?s novel of the same name; directed by Oscar winning Director Ang Lee starring Irfan Khan, Tabu and debutant Suraj Sharma in the lead role. The storyline of ?Life of Pi? revolves around a 16-year old Indian boy named Piscine Molitor "Pi" Patel, who survives a shipwreck in which his family dies, and is stranded in the Pacific Ocean on a lifeboat with a Bengal tiger named Richard Parker. Here on starts his epic journey of adventure and discovery where he forms an amazing and unexpected connection with the tiger.

The tie-up also announces the ?Found God? contest, where fans are invited to share their personal story on Facebook on experiencing the presence of God in their life. The winner of the contest will win a fully paid trip to Pondicherry and 50 lucky fans will win a one day tour at the Rhythm & Hues Studios in Mumbai.

Life of Pi is available on DVD at Rs. 599, 2D Blu-Ray (2 Disc Edition with DVD at Rs. 999), 3D Blu-Ray (2 Disc Special Edition with DVD at Rs. 1499) & Steel Book Blu-Ray (2 Disc Special Edition at Rs. 1999) at all leading stores across the country. It is also available in four different languages - English, Hindi, Tamil & Telugu in 5.1 Surround Sound (DVD) & in 7.1 Surround Sound (Blu-Ray).

New Delhi: Are you a movie buff but can never catch up with the fixed TV schedules of the movie airing time? Wish you could watch the series of your favorite TV shows with a DVD like control of pause, forward or rewind at a time you prefer? Guess what?.you can now do all this and much more with Airtel digital TV. The DTH service arm of leading telecom operator Bharti Airtel today announced yet another smart feature on its HD and Recorder set top boxes - On Demand TV. A first in the industry for any HD set-top-box, the feature will now enable customers to simply connect their set-top-box to their broadband connection to enjoy seamless downloads of their favorite videos including popular movies and series on fashion & lifestyle, health & fitness, home & family, devotional and much more from an on-demand video library.

The launch of On Demand TV is an addition to the exciting features of the 3D ready Airtel digital TV HD which is the first HD set top box to have Dolby Digital Plus enabling TV viewing with Dolby surround sound for a theatre like experience at home. Offering an immersive viewing experience, Airtel digital TV HD also enables customers to record their favorite TV programmes by using a recording remote control and connecting an external USB drive.

Mumbai: CNBC TV18, India?s leading English business news channel, has launched a new series, ?Rules of the Start-Up Game?, for start-up entrepreneurs who have a business idea but little clue about how to put it to work.

This 5-6 part mini-series looks at the many legal and financial choices that entrepreneurs have to make to get their business ideas off-the-ground. From choosing between a company or partnership structure to the government permissions involved, constructing contracts to understanding term-sheets and fundraising, this series will serve as a start-up guide for start-ups.

Commenting on the launch of the show, Suranjana Ghosh, Head ? Marketing, CNBC-TV18, said, ?Entrepreneurs are the backbone of India?s growing economy. We believe that if nurtured with the appropriate guidance they can really inspire the ?entrepreneur spirit? for many more. Our new show will provide the guidance, valuable legal information that these entrepreneurs need as well as insights from experts. We are certain that this show will help our viewers gain an extremely informed preparedness for their entrepreneurial ventures.?

?How many times have you wanted to say ?I quit my job? but restrained yourself because starting up your own venture needed you to wade through a sea of legal and financial jargon. Don?t be intimidated, be informed. That?s what we hope this series will do.?, said Menaka Doshi, Corporate Editor, CNBC- TV18 and the host of the series.

Mumbai: Focus Circle (Creative arm of Focus), Kolkata bags the creative mandate for one of the leading Finance & Accounting Training Institute - ICA (Institute of Computer Accountants). Post a multi agency pitch, Focus was announced as the agency chosen for undertaking the entire brand initiative. The scope of work for ICA being diverse in nature, the agency will be looking after the strategic planning and designing for ATL and BTL activities.

Mr.N.K. Shyamsukha, Chairman, ICA ,The Institute of Computer Accountants said, "With the growing number of applicants for training in IT education segment year on year, there is a need for identifying apt training solution providers across various courses in this category. ICA being one of the oldest organisation, delivers training on Computerised Accounts, Banking, Finance and Taxation wants to create a distinct identity for taking the brand to next level. Focus came to us with a fresh and effective approach to reach a wider set of target audience. And we look forward for a successful association with them."

The primary objective of ICA behind hiring a new creative communication agency is to break the clutter and build the Brand ICA distinctly. The responsibility will also encompass strategizing with an intent to educate and increase the awareness amongst the aspiring students to boost admission inquiries for their programme.

Suchinto Tarafdar, Branch Manager, Focus Circle, Kolkata commented," We are really enthusiastic on working on this mandate, as it gives us an opportunity to work with a niche segment on a national level, adding another feather in our cap. Our team has already started working on the strategy for the brand campaign for ICA and are looking for a long standing association with the brand."

Today, ICA is considered as one of the leaders in computer accounts and finance education nationwide with their of top notch training centers across the country offering with the widest range of IT training program.

aving trained over 2 lakh + students and with the presence across 450 centres and 50 + placement offices across India, ICA provides specially designed training programs that suit every student?s requirement.

ICA has dealt with Metamorphosis and Ogilvy in the past.

New Delhi: ApnaCircle.com, India?s leading professional networking site announces the launch of its latest user friendly app for Android. The success of launching the same functionality for Blackberry last year propelled ApnaCircle to take on Android devices next. The app aims at being one of the best mobile features on your smart phone. It is more ergonomic, fast and intuitive than ever. The idea of the ApnaCircle mobile app is to facilitate Networking- for both Business and Career.

It is available as a free download on the Google Store at:

https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.apnacircle.android&feature

Something innovative introduced this time by ApnaCircle is the ability to modify or build a new account/profile via the app.Considering the importance of connectivity; another thought out innovation is the ability to call professional contacts by phone or on Skype through the app. The app offers a Skype integration right from within the contact details and also gives you an option to call your contact via the app. It also gives you an option to touch base with those members who do not have Skype/phone details through a message.
Another innovative feature is the phonebook invite. A user can invite members via their email and other networks, but this time ApnaCircle gives its Android users an option to invite members via their mobile phonebook through the app. This makes building your professional network much more easy and convenient.

An ApnaCircle android user could manage his contacts, connection requests, messages and even edit their education, professional experience etc through the easy edit mode on the app. Besides, the App looks great and has additional features that enable you to:

• Access your ApnaCircle address book
• Manage your online identity
• Access?business cards‘ which are the virtual online cards ApnaCircle introduced some time back. This is useful for recruiters and business development managers who could forward relevant profiles ahead
• Read and reply to messages
• Search and view millions of professional profiles
• Add new contacts quickly and easily
• See who‘s visited your profile
• Get real-time notifications for new messages and connection requests
• Share and View news from contacts
• Access Smart News, which a personalized news section that displays news pertaining to your industry and interest areas

Yogesh Bansal, Founder and CEO ApnaCircle.com said ?We have big expectations from the android app given its potential in India. This version of the app harnesses the power of Android to not only make networking and connectivity extremely convenient but to also update you on industry news. The next version shall have more features embedded in it.?

ApnaCircle members can download the application and easily log in with their web credentials andfor the non users, they can simply use the registration option to sign in and create their own profile within seconds.

ApnaCircle offers enhanced features on a smoother interface now optimized for your Android device, this lets you make the most of your professional network and enjoy more visibility online.

MUMBAI: Following a two-year CNN investigation, the two-hour documentary The Fighters chronicles Philippine human rights pioneer Cecilia Flores-Oebanda in her journey to protect children from the sex trade and convince the Philippines‘ biggest star, Manny Pacquiao, to join her as a fighter in the battle against modern-day slavery. The Fighters Premieres in India on May 17, 2013 with Part 1 of the documentary premiering at 4:30 PM IST on Friday, May 17 and Part 2 of the documentary premiering at 4:30 PM IST on Saturday. May 18, 2013

It‘s estimated more than 100,000 children work in the sex trade in the Philippines. Since founding her anti-trafficking organization, Visayan Forum, in 1991, Cecilia Flores-Oebanda has helped more than 70,000 victims or potential victims of human trafficking. She believes if Pacquiao, an elected congressman in the Philippines and the country?s biggest star, champions her cause, it could mean a turning point.

But just when it begins to look like she‘s winning, allegations of fraud and missing funds threaten to ruin her life‘s work as she is forced to change her focus from saving children to saving the organization she set up to help them.

?The Fighters is a remarkable film that represents the very core of the CNN Freedom Project, namely a desire to shine a spotlight into the darkness of human trafficking and to champion those who have dedicated their lives to ending it,? said Tony Maddox, executive vice president and managing director for CNN International.

?This documentary also represents a formidable journalistic achievement, the culmination of more than two years of tenacious, tireless reporting. I salute those who have brought it to our screens and, with it, discussion on this critical issue into millions of homes around the world,? he added.

Airing on CNN International on two consecutive nights beginning in May, The Fighters provides a unique glimpse into the world of combating human trafficking through the eyes of those risking their lives so that others may live theirs in freedom. It explores themes of social justice and globalization, as well as offering insight into both the benefits and drawbacks inherent in governmental-charity-celebrity partnerships.

‘The Fighters’ is produced and narrated by Leif Coorlim, executive editor of the CNN Freedom Project.

'The Fighters' broadcasts on CNN International at the following airtimes:

Part I Part II