Bengaluru Apr 24 PTI Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday said sports power is adding to the power of the country Sports power is adding to the power of India and the recognition earned in the field of sports adds to the recognition of the nation Modi said in a recorded speech played at the inauguration of the Khelo India University Games KIUG -2021 here today The games supposed to take place the previous year could not take place due to the COVID-19 pandemic The Prime Minister said the joy in the faces of sportspersons who took part in the Tokyo Olympics was not just about winning medals but about playing the games for the nation Modi asked the students taking part in the KIUG-2021 not to think they were playing for themselves their families or the universities but for the country The first mantra of success lies in team spirit and we learn this from sports This spirit will give you a vision to look at your lives and help win medals in future Modi said in his video message Victory in sports means a holistic approach which is the outcome of 100 per cent dedication Mod said Drawing a comparison between sports and life Modi said games are the real support system of life The lessons learnt and the energy gained from sports drive you forward in life Attitude energy and passion are important in both sports and life Modi said Whoever accepts challenges becomes successful because there is victory as well as lessons in defeat he added Honesty takes you to higher levels in life The ability to digest victory and the art of learning lessons from the defeat are the essential parts of progress in life which we playfully learn through sports Modi explained He said the students should play with dedication and practice for success You should play with dedication because many of you play at the State-level national-level and international-level Modi reminded the players He pointed out that new sports science centres and dedicated sports universities are coming up in the country According to him conducting the sports event in the midst of the pandemic shows the resolute face of the nation Modi told the participants that they represent a New India and the flag-bearers of Ek Bharat Shreshtha Bharat One India Great India whose young thinking and approach decide its policies Underlining that the new National Education Policy lays emphasis on sports the Prime Minister said building sports infrastructure transparency in the selection of sportspersons and the use of modern technology in sports are the identity of the New India He hailed Bengaluru for being the identity of the enthusiasm of youth Stating that the city is the pride of professionals Modi said It is significant that the Khelo India games happening in the city of Digital India The confluence of sports in the startup hub and organising the Khelo India event in Bengaluru would add to the beauty of the city Modi said and congratulated the Karnataka government Vice-President Venkaiah Naidu inaugurating the event at the Kanteerava Stadium said he welcomed the idea of including native games like Mallakhamb Indigenous games should be given top priority Naidu said He also called upon the participants to inculcate team spirit for sucess The Vice-President told the gathering that sports activities should be encouraged from the grassroots-level Speaking about the nation entering the international sports arena Naidu said India being a young nation with a substantial young population can fair better than any other country Nation and culture together make for a better future Naidu said He called upon people especially youngsters to lead a healthy lifestyle People look at the West leaving the best here Naidu said in his inimitable style Karnataka Chief Minister Basavaraj Bommai Union Minister for Sports Minister Anurag Thakur and Karnataka Sports Minister Dr K C Narayana Gowda too addressed the gathering Breath-taking performances depicting Karnatakas rich cultural heritage and a captivating sound and light show added to the grandeur of a sparkling opening ceremony of the games Representing the hosts the youngest Indian swimmer to achieve the Olympic standard time - Srihari Nataraj took the oath on behalf of all athletes after the Games were declared open by the Vice-President in the presence of Karnataka Governor Thaawar Chand Gehlot Sports legends such as Vimal Kumar Anju Bobby George Reeth Abraham Ashwini Nachappa Malathi Holla BR Beedu AB Subbiah SV Sunil and VR Raghunath among others While a line-up of cultural programmes such as dollu kunitha a traditional folk dance and a dance ensemble composed by pop icon Chandan Shetty enthralled the 2500-strong spectatorsPerformances by drummers from across the country set the mood of the 10-day sports eventNew addition to this years games was the Mallakhamb a traditional sport dating back to the 12th century This was followed by an acrobatic performance by Kings UnitedA host of sports fans braved the tightened security to witness the opening ceremony on a giant screen erected outside the stadiumOver 4000 athletes from more than 200 universities are competing for the top prize in 20 disciplinesA total of 257 gold medals is up for grabs in archery athletics badminton basketball boxing fencing football field hockey judo kabaddi shooting swimming tennis table-tennis volleyball weightlifting wrestling and karateNative sports Mallakhamb and Yogasana added to the special attractionsKIUG 2021 would take place across five venues - Jain Global University campus Jain Sports School Kanteerava Stadium Complex Field Marshal Cariappa Hockey Stadium and Sports Authority of India SAI National Centre of Excellence PTI GMS NVG NVG

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New Delhi Delhi India Business Wire India Bodycare Creations the Indian innerwear brand announced today that they will be continuing as one of the Official Sponsors of the Punjab Kings franchise in the upcoming season of the Indian Premier League IPL which begins in India on March 26 The association is a continuation of the deal signed at the start of the last season with the Punjab Kings and will be Bodycares third year in the IPL A trusted name for over 25 years Bodycare has been loved by Indian women for their style and intimate innerwear that delivers fit quality and comfort Speaking on the association Mr Sanjay Dawar Managing Director Bodycare Creations Ltd said The association with a league such as IPL is always a boost for us A successful partnership with Punjab Kings last season gave us the confidence to extend this deal for another season We are delighted to be associated with a team that plays such exciting cricket and shows incredible fighting spirit and shares the same values as Bodycare At Bodycare we strive to be the leaders in offering comfort and reliability be it on the field or off field and it gives us immense pride yet again to roar as an Official Sponsor of Punjab Kings PBKS Together with the PBKS fans all over the world we would like to wish them all the very best for the tournaments fifteenth edition Bodycare are entering their second year of association with the Punjab side and buoyed by great female viewership during the IPL the brand had a very successful season as the official partner IPL is the premium sporting event in the country with a very huge viewership and provides us with the perfect platform to connect with millions of young and vibrant sports enthusiasts With this exciting association continuing we are set and ready to bat along with the Kings helping each other to garner the maximum visibility and viewership for both the brand MrDawar explains Bodycares special campaign for the latest season will be centered around the theme of Comfort and Reliability Punjab Kings CEO Mr Satish Menon said We are pleased to announce that Bodycare Creations will continue the partnership as the teams official sponsor for IPL 2022 season The partnership reaffirms our belief that interest levels will continue to rise Their support is our strength as we aim to excel on the field As the official sponsor Bodycare Creations will have branding rights and promotional activities throughout the IPL 2022-2023 cricketing season The brand logo will appear on the teams leading trouser leg About Bodycare Creations Since 1992 Bodycare creations has set the standard for intimates Pioneering the industry from design to production using the best materials and unparalleled technologies to deliver comfort confidence and care to every woman Bodycare strives to meet the diverse needs of its customers by continuously evolving with the latest technologies and innovation to deliver stylish and intimate innerwear that gives the best fit possible made for everybody and every woman and man It stands committed to offering fashion quality and comfort at an unbelievable price Bodycare today is a renowned name in the innerwear industry all over India and overseas constantly updating the designs keeping comfort and quality in mind To View the Image Click on the Link Below Bodycare Creations to Be Official Sponsor of Punjab Kings for the 2022 Edition of Indian Premier League PWR PWR

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CHANDIGARH India Nov 29 2021 PRNewswire -- HerSheInbox has taken the Indian fashion world by storm with its bold yet tastefully designed fashion catering to the Gen Z and the Alpha Generation The brand is a reflection of the philosophy the way you dress is the way you feel It boasts of a collection that embodies the spirit of the new generation and is tailored to make a statement which reflects functionality and comfort in every element HerSheInbox derives its name from the rising use of pronouns Her and She coupled with the large number of young women identifying with this The brand was born out of the recognition of the urgent need to address the fashion needs of younger women Armed with a Masters Degree in International management from Kings college London Gunjan Garg the Founder and Director of HerSheInbox carved a path to revolutionize the clothing industry for young women in India through her unparalleled intuitive design aesthetic This is a brand made by women and for women with more than half the workforce at HerSheInbox dominated by female work staff to create clothing that resonates with the women of today HerSheInbox strives to create a sustainable brand by performing each step of the manufacturing process inhouse Every piece of clothing is carefully designed keeping in mind the climatic conditions of India to ensure maximum comfort The product is tailored keeping the consumers wellbeing in mind the consumers should not only love the fashion aesthetic of the product but must also feel comfortable wearing it This is a true made in India story The growing demand of products within less than three months of the brands inception is a testament to the success of HerSheInbox The warehouse had begun dispatching over 1000 orders daily across the Indian subcontinent Today the website experiences a daily traffic of over 50k visitors It is an iconic brand with a devoted following that offers effortless fashion essentials at affordable prices HerSheInbox anticipated the needs of Indian women and catered to it The brand strives to create clothing that empowers women and makes her feel one with her skin HerSheInbox is synonymous to bold and quirky designs ranging from oversized tees to crop tops made for young women who arent afraid to experiment and let their fashion speak for themselves This is a revolution and were ready for it HerSheInbox clothing is now at your fingertips Website link httpshersheinboxcom Instagram Profile hersheinbox Facebook Profile httpswwwfacebookcomhersheinbox About HerSheInbox HerSheInbox is an India based startup that is set to revolutionize the fashion industry with comfortable yet uber chic styles The company was founded by Gunjan Garg with a humble vision to empower women through the clothes that they choose to wear Photo httpsmmaprnewswirecommedia1697601HerSheInboxjpg PWR PWR

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