MUMBAI: After receiving tremendous listener response for its ‘Vote for Boat,‘ initiative in the last 2 weeks, Red FM, the station of expression, chose some lucky listeners to test ride the Red FM Boat along with the Red FM crew including RJs Malishka & Mantra. The lucky listeners got the opportunity of a lifetime to interact with their favorite Red FM RJ‘s Malishka & Mantra and also with a ride on the boat itself! Here is a snap shot of the Test Ride!

MUMBAI: In the last few years the Indian tourism Industry has witnessed an exponential growth and emerged as a key contributor to the Indian economy, this has help place the country firmly on the global travel and tourism map. To celebrate this accomplishment of the industry and honour the best in the business, CNBC AWAAZ India?s No 1 Business channel has organized CNBC AWAAZ Travel Awards 2008 based on an extensive study by The Nielsen Company and supported by Incredible India. The awards will serve as a definitive benchmark for the Travel & Tourism industry; Honorable Minister of Culture & Tourism- Ms. Ambika Soni will felicitate the winners for these prestigious awards on July 3, 2008 in Mumbai.

CNBC AWAAZ has not only been consistently tracking the sector but also through an array of shows like the Great Indian Traveller have showcased some of the unexplored destinations of the country while Smart Shopping Caravan popularized the diversity, grandeur and beauty of the Indian handicraft. CNBC AWAAZ through its shows and Travel Awards intend to bring about the best the industry has to offer.

CNBC AWAAZ Travel Awards are extensively based on consumer and trade research. While the consumer research was conducted across 12 cities and 2087 respondents with the objective to not only understand the best in class destinations and service providers of the tourism industry but also provide factors that influence the choice. The trade research was conducted with the objective to understanding the most preferred destinations and ancillary services in travel & tourism industry. Based on the research 19 awards will be given out at the glittering ceremony. This year the awards also include a special category which will recognize exemplary work done by organization and individuals who have contributed exceptionally to the Indian Travel & Tourism Industry.

India is the only country that offers various categories of tourism that includes history tourism, adventure tourism, medical tourism, spiritual tourism, beach tourism etc. With increasing competition and proliferation of tourist destinations, infrastructure, tourism promotion boards, hundreds of travel and other allied services chasing the consumer, it becomes important to establish benchmarks that can help consumers and the industry. CNBC AWAAZ will take the initiative to promote varied types of tourism in India by felicitating the best in the travel industry.

Commenting on the CNBC AWAAZ Travel Awards 2008, Mr. Neel Chowdhury, VP-Marketing, CNBC TV18 & CNBC AWAAZ said: ?The CNBC AWAAZ Travel Awards 2008, unlike any other industry awards, places emphasis on consumer perception and trade preferences. The competition in the sector is slowly increased with newer players venturing the market hence recognition is imperative- CNBC AWAAZ Travel Awards will recognize and honor the best in the industry, which would in turn build benchmarks of performance for the various players in the Industry.?

MUMBAI: India?s foremost industry association, Confederation of Indian Industries has appointed Vaishnavi Corporate Communications, country?s leading integrated communications firm, as its public relations agency. The communications mandate would encompass CII?s operations both nationally and internationally. Vaishnavi will provide strategic counsel to India?s premier corporate body in the area of communications management. Possibly for the first time in the history of industry associations in India, apex body CII has mandated public relations agency Vaishnavi Corporate Communication to be its interface with media.

Speaking on the appointment of Vaishnavi as its strategic communications partner, Director General of CII, Chandrajit Banerjee said, ?We believe that as an organization Vaishnavi Corporate Communications has all the key factors to deliver on the strategic needs of the communication programmes of CII. As CII continues its efforts to consolidate its strategic position in nation building and pursue our theme of India @ 75: The Emerging Agenda, Vaishnavi will play an important role in reaching out to our key stakeholders.?

Commenting on the mandate, Chairperson, Niira Radia, Vaishnavi Corporate Communications said, ?We are excited to be the strategic communications partner for one of the most prestigious business association in the country. Our efforts will be driven towards leveraging the pioneering efforts by CII in proactively addressing strategic issues and challenges being faced by India Inc. We have demonstrated our capabilities in handling such large mandates and will bringforth our learning and experience garnered over the years?

Today?s dynamic business environment warrants constant interface between the policy makers and the business fraternity, a role effectively played by CII. Strategic communication will be the key component for CII to be a partner in nation?s growth by bridging the gap between polity and corporates. Vaishnavi with its rich experience of managing communications for diverse and large business conglomerates, in India and abroad, fits the bill perfectly.

MUMBAI: Clinic All Clear Jo Jeeta Wohi Superstar?s upcoming episode is an energy-packed, enthralling episode with each champion trying to outdo his competitor by challenging him to sing songs belonging to genres out of their comfort zone.

Making use of this opportunity Toshi Sabri challenges Debojit Saha to perform on Himesh Reshammiya?s song ?Jhooth Nahi Bolna? from the movie Aap Ka Suroor which Debo (as he is fondly called) accepts with vengeance and achieves the desired praises of the jury. On the other hand, Toshi doesn?t quite manage to match up to Debojit?s challenge with the slow number ?Suno Na Suno Na? which is far from his Sufiana style of singing.

Attempting to bowl over Abhijeet Sawant with a song that requires him to sing low notes, Harshit Saxena challenges him to sing ?Pyaar Humein Kis Mod Pe? but is left disappointed when Abhijeet retaliates with a stellar performance that makes him the highest rated performer of the evening!

Hoping to avoid the dreaded elimination next week and finding a place for themselves in the final three, Rahul Vaidya and Harshit Saxena give safe performances on ?Tum Mile? and ?Kal Ho Na Ho? respectively without creating much of a ripple.

Not to be left far behind, judges, Vishal and Shekhar challenge all the contestants to an impromptu group rendition of their toughest composition ?Allah Ke Bande?!

Concluding the episode on a lighter note, the contestants of Jo Jeeta Wohi Superstar snap out of their revengeful mood and huddle together to celebrate Vishal?s birthday as a team!

Don?t forget to watch the tension mount as everyone tries to outdo the other in Clinic All Clear Jo Jeeta Wohi Superstar, Saturday, 28 June, 2008, 10 pm only on Star Plus.

MUMBAI: Debutant actor, Harman Baweja gives a thundering dance performance from his upcoming movie, Love Story 2050, in Clinic All Clear Jo Jeeta Wohi Superstar on Friday, June 27, 10 pm only on STAR Plus.

Enthusiastic about meeting the contestants of the show, Harman showers them with gifts for their superb attempt at matching steps with him on his hit song ?Suno Na Suno? and gifts judge, Farah Khan three teddy bears for her triplets!

The episode promises to entertain the viewers with powerful singing and dancing performances by the contestants. Toshi Sabri?s power-packed ?Dard-e-Disco? draws Harman to the stage and he indulges in an impromptu jig on the song along with Toshi.

Abhijeet Sawant?s shining performance (dressed in a silver outfit) on ?Meri Umar Ki Naujawano? receives contrasting feedback from judges Vishal and Shekhar while Rahul Vaidya?s ?Bunty Aur Babli? is unanimously enjoyed by Harman and the judges.

For the first time ever, erstwhile choreographer, Farah Khan uses her dancing skills on the platform of Jo Jeeta Wohi Superstar as she boogies with Harman Baweja, Mandira, Vishal and Shekhar!

Flaunting a ?Future Jacket? Harshit Saxena sings a medley of songs and surprises everyone with his energetic performance while all jaws drop at the sight of Debojit Saha dancing flawlessly on ?Aaja Aaja?

To watch Harman Baweja teach ?THE FUTURE STEP? to the contestants don?t forget to tune in to the ?Performance Special? of Clinic All Clear Jo Jeeta Wohi Superstar, Friday, June 27, 2008 at 10 pm only on Stra Plus.

MUMBAI: This Friday tune in to Cracking the Code and join Samir Soni as he instructs you on how to develop an impressive style for casual dressing. Take cues on turning up the comfort question by donning the jeans that fit you perfectly.

Also catch Arjun Khanna - the unconventional designer to give you handy tips on experimenting with the casual look. Add to your fashion file, an insightful story on watches - the quintessential wrist gear, to go with any look

Watch ‘Cracking The Code‘ this Friday, June 27, 2008 at 9:00 pm and a repeat telecast on Sunday, June 29, 2008 at 1.00 pm only on NDTV Good Times.