| |
|
|
| |
| Welcome to Archives : |
|
| |
| A very valuable resource, an archive of all the news and articles covered by us. Thus, you can also access news that was featured on the very first day of our launch. |
| |
| NEWS : |
|
|
|
|
 |
Zee Turner celebrates Children’s Day
Nov 21, 2008 :
Zee Turner recently celebrated Children’s Day with the children of an NGO, Udayan Care. The employees interacted with the children and organised fun filled activities and games.
|
| |
|
|
|
|
Down memory lane with Alok Bansal
Nov 21, 2008 :
Alok Bansal, the oldest employee of WWIL shares his journey of 14 years with the Essel Newsletter. “Even after a decade, I look forward to new challenges each day,” he says.
|
| |
|
|
|
|
E-City Media ties up with Lodestar
Nov 20, 2088 :
E-City Media recently entered into a strategic alliance with Lodestar Universal. The alliance will offer clients innovative mall multiplex based solution across India.
|
| |
|
|
|
|
Kidzee gifts a smile
Nov 18, 2008 :
Kidzee celebrated Children’s Day with its endeavour ‘reach the un-reached’. The initiative spread the spirit of joy and sharing among children from all age group.
|
| |
|
|
|
|
Two new Punjabi programmes
Nov 14, 2008 :
Zee Punjabi and ETC Punjabi will launch new shows on November 15. Pinda Vichon Pind, a talk show will be aired at 7.30 pm on Zee Punjab, while Masti da Funda targeting the youth in the campuses across Punjab will be telecast on ETC Punjabi at 8.30 pm.
|
| |
|
|
|
|
Zee 24 Taas is number one
Nov 12, 2008 :
Zee 24 Taas has emerged as the number one news channel in Maharashtra as per the week 44 TAM ratings. The channel is the number one, in terms of time spend.
|
| |
|
|
|
|
‘Smart Investor Hunt’ to cover more cities
Nov 06, 2008 :
The Zee Business ‘Smart Investor Hunt’ has now been extended 21 cities across India to 30. Despite the economic slow down the show continues to enlighten investors in turbulent times.
|
| |
|
|
|
|
Dish TV crosses 4 million mark
Nov 06, 2008 :
Dish TV recently achieved another milestone when it became India’s first DTH service provider to cross the four million subscriber mark. The month of October saw Dish TV gain the highest ever addition in monthly subscription.
|
| |
|
|
|
|
Karnal gets set to have ‘Fun’
Nov 14, 2008 :
Fun Cinemas has brought to Karnal its first multiplex. The multiplex was inaugurated on November 13 with the release of the most awaited film of the year ‘Fashion’. The multiplex has three screens with a total seating capacity of 735 seats.
|
| |
|
|
|
|
Zee News through mobile phone
Nov 18, 2008 :
Zee News has tied up with One97 to keep its viewers updated and informed about the latest news and events. Through this association mobile users across India can access news directly on their handsets.
|
| |
|
|
|
|
Badshahs win ICL crown
Nov 17, 2008 :
Lahore Badshahs opener plunders a 44-ball hundred that includes 11 sixes to give his team an eight-wicket win with 37 balls to spare.
|
| |
|
|
|
|
BCCI nipping talent in the bud
Nov 13, 2008 :
Business World has carried an article in its issue dated November 7, 2008 about the BCCI nipping potential ICL talent in the bud. The article also highlights that ICL is producing promising players.
|
| |
|
|
|
|
Sudhir Agarwal is WWIL CEO
Nov 17, 2008 :
Sudhir Agarwal has been appointed as the Chief Executive Officer of Wire and Wireless (India) Limited, the largest multi-system operator (MSO) in India’s cable television industry with a subscriber base of 6.7 million.
|
| |
|
|
|
|
Mumbai FC at number four
Nov 11, 2008 :
After a tough battle against Club Vasco SC on November 8, Mumbai FC has moved to the number four position in the I-League table.
|
| |
|
|
|
|
ICL world series from Nov 23
Nov 07, 2008 :
The Indian Cricket League (ICL) promises to be even more interesting with the World Series set to begin on November 23. The prize money for the series is Rs 2,74 crore.
|
| |
|
|
|
|
An Esselite at World Literature Festival
Nov 05, 2008 :
The World Literature Festival of India was organised in Mumbai from October 23 to 26. Yashodhara Katkar from Essel Infraprojects Limited was invited as a speaker in one of the sessions conducted.
|
| |
|
|
|
|
'ICL will make profit next year'
Nov 12, 2008 :
ICL will make a profit next year and pay for its growth. By 2010-11, ICL revenues will grow to Rs 1,000-1,200 crore with Rs 300 crore as profit, Chairman Subhash Chandra has said in an interview to Businessworld.
|
| |
|
|
|
|
Zee Turner’s 'Go for Gold' Sales meet
Nov 13, 2008 :
Zee Turner recently held its Sales Meet in Goa, with the theme ‘Go for Gold’, inspired by Indian sports persons who did the country proud at the Beijing Olympics.
|
| |
|
|
|
|
Playing For A Draw
Nov 11, 2008 :
The Business World in its edition dated November 7, 2008, has carried a detailed report on the Indian Cricket League (ICL). The report mentions how ICL continues its score to win, despite all odds.
|
| |
|
|
|
|
How should the company cut costs?
Nov 17, 2008 :
We have a new topic on the discussion board. This week’s question is: How should the company cut costs during downturn? The prize for the best answer to last week’s question, 'How did you celebrate Diwali?’ goes to Shailesh Vijayakar of Zee Institute of Creative Arts.
|
| |
|
|
|
|
Zee Telugu is No 2 channel
Nov 07, 2008 :
Zee Telugu has attained the number two position among all Telugu GEC during the cluttered Diwali week. The channel has witnessed a steady growth in the past five months contributing to an average share of 12 per cent among all Telugu channels.
|
| |
|
|
|
|
Fun filled Diwali at Essel Propack
Nov 07, 2008 :
Essel Propack celebrated Diwali at Mumbai’s Lower Parel office on October 31, with fun, food and competitions. The best dressed male and female employees were also awarded.
|
| |
|
|
|
|
New serial on Zee Kannada
Nov 05, 2008 :
Zee Kannada recently launched a new serial ‘Illirvudu Summane’. The serial will be telecast Monday to Friday at 8 pm. The serial is about a retired central government official and his uncertain life.
|
| |
|
|
|
|
Traditional attire marks Diwali at Zee Kannada
Nov 06, 2008 :
Zee Kannada employees continued with the festive spirit of the season as they celebrated Diwali on October 31. The day saw all the employees dressed in ethic attire.
|
| |
|
|
|
|
Prize for best Discussion Board entry
May 02, 2007 :
Shivaji Singh from dishtv has won a Play TV wrist watch and a planner for his tips to address the issue of sexual harassment in the work place.
|
| |
|
|
|
|
Zee among five new Casbaa members
May 02, 2007 :
The Cable & Satellite Broadcasting Association of Asia (CASBAA) has announced that Zee Entertainment Enterprises Ltd is one of its new corporate members from India.
|
| |
|
|
|
|
A note to say good-bye…
Apr 30, 2007 :
P R Balan, Vice-President and HR Head of ETC bids adieu to the Essel Group as he retires from service today. He pens a touching note for all.
|
| |
|
|
|
|
Rapid fire with Sonal Thind
Apr 30, 2007 :
Sonal Thind handles Public Relations for dishtv. She’s hyper-active, always-on-her-toes and she’s our target for the rapid fire round this week.
|
| |
|
|
|
|
Bharat Nirman Award for Sarjana
May 30, 2007 :
Sarjana Sharma, Deputy Executive Producer for Zee News is being honoured with the Bharat Nirman Award for her contribution to the field of media.
|
| |
|
|
|
|
Prizes galore for winner
Apr 30, 2007 :
winner of Zee Kannada’s Sa Ri Ga Ma Pa will drive away in a Santro while also taking home gold and a chance to cut an audio album.
|
| |
|
|
|
|
Jobs @ Asian Sky Shop
Apr 27, 2007 :
Asian Sky Shop, the tele-shopping venture of the Essel Group is looking for call centre staff to handle enquiries. The recruits will work at the Mumbai office.
|
| |
|
|
|
|
Zee Café goes back to the ‘Old Skool’
Apr 27, 2007 :
This summer, on Zee Café, tune into your favourite shows of the past in ‘Old Skool’ with The Wonder Years and Doogie Howser MD
|
| |
|
|
|
|
Intrex CTO zeroes in on his icon
Apr 26, 2007 :
Intrex India’s Chief Technical Officer Prakash Pawar considers Bangladeshi banker, economist and Nobel Peace Prize 2006 winner - Mohammad Yunus, as his inspiration.
|
| |
|
|
|
|
ZNL records net profit of Rs 13.1 mn
Apr 25, 2007 :
Zee News Ltd has reported standalone Q4 revenues of Rs 690.3 million representing a 47 per cent growth, as compared to the corresponding quarter last fiscal.
|
| |
|
|
|
|
Zee News wins football tourney
May 03, 2007 :
Zee News beat Zee Sports by 2-1 in the final of the Essel Intra-Group Football Tournament which was held at the Noida Sports Stadium on April 30.
|
| |
|
|
|
|
Zee News wins football tourney
May 03, 2007 :
Zee News beat Zee Sports by 2-1 in the final of the Essel Intra-Group Football Tournament which was held at the Noida Sports Stadium on April 30.
|
| |
|
|
|
|
Battlestar Galactica on Zee Café
May 03, 2007 :
This May, Zee Café unveils Battlestar Galactica, a sci-fi epic saga about a group of humans aboard a battleship, who are forced to abandon their planet.
|
| |
|
|
|
|
Essel Awards for Karnataka's top cops
May 04, 2007 :
The Jury of Essel Karnataka’s Best Police Officer Award has short-listed five awardees for their performance of duties, integrity and service to the public.
|
| |
|
|
|
|
Massage Cushion: Offer for Esselites
May 07, 2007 :
Asian Sky Shop has launched a Massage Cushion that can be used at home, at work or even in the car. Check out the special offer for Essel associates
|
| |
|
|
|
|
Over 2000 services on ItzCash
May 07, 2007 :
ItzCash has tied up with CCAvenue – a company known to offer the latest payment technology. With this, ItzCash has more than 2000 services on offer.
|
| |
|
|
|
|
ZEEL to distribute Kaafila
May 07, 2007 :
Zee Entertainment Enterprises Ltd has acquired the distribution rights for the Sunny Deol starrer Kaafila, a movie based on illegal immigrants.
|
| |
|
|
|
|
Zee Kannada crowns Sa Ri Ga Ma Pa winner
May 08, 2007 :
Chinmay from Bangalore was declared the winner of Zee Kannada’s music talent hunt - Sa Ri Ga Ma Pa, at a grand ceremony in Bangalore on May 6.
|
| |
|
|
|
|
ETC unveils B Biz
May 08, 2007 :
ETC Networks has launched B Biz - a Bollywood trade show with information on distribution figures, box office numbers, transactions and more.
|
| |
|
|
|
|
DISHTV’s summer holiday bonanza
May 09, 2007 :
DISHTV’s exciting summer holiday bonanza priced at Rs 3,990/- includes the hardware, a four-month subscription for 115 channels and a Movie on Demand season ticket.
|
| |
|
|
|
|
Don comes to Zee News
May 09, 2007 :
Zee News has launched a new show - Don which is based on true stores from the underworld. The show is anchored by actor Irfan Khan.
|
| |
|
|
|
|
Zee Business to launch two new shows
May 11, 2007 :
Zee Business is launching two shows next week. While Zindagi Live will focus on life style and infotainment, Mobiles & More will be a cell phone guide.
|
| |
|
|
|
|
Zee makes a mark at RAPA Awards
May 14, 2007 :
The Zee bouquet of channels won a host of awards in various categories at the Radio and Television Advertising Practitioners Association of India (RAPA) Awards 2006.
|
| |
|
|
|
|
Intrex CTO nominated for award
May 14, 2007 :
Prakash Pawar, CTO, Head HRD and Operations, Intrex India, is one of the finalists for the CTO of the Year Award instituted by The CTO Forum.
|
| |
|
|
|
|
Strive to be Aggressive Good: Chairman
May 14, 2007 :
Why do dishonest people prosper and progress while the honest suffer? The Chairman explains why we resign to this fate and how we can get over it.
|
| |
|
|
|
|
ICL Executive Board announced
May 15, 2007 :
The Chairman Subhash Chandra has announced the Executive Board of the Indian Cricket League. The Board will be headed by Kapil Dev.
|
| |
|
|
|
|
Zee Marathi rules in Maharashtra
May 15, 2007 :
Zee Marathi continues to rule the popularity charts among television audiences in all Maharashtra, having surpassed Star Plus in the overall GRPs with respect to all viewers.
|
| |
|
|
|
|
Zee Kannada turns ONE
May 16, 2007 :
Zee Kannada celebrated its first anniversary on May 11,2007. The celebration in Bangalore - ‘Greeshma Vrishti 2007’ – was a tribute to the State’s culture and heritage.
|
| |
|
|
|
|
Nina comes knockin’ at 9 on Zee Muzic
May 17, 2007 :
Zee Muzic has launched ‘NINA at 9’ showcasing Nina Manuel and a range of hit English numbers - both current and classic. The show airs at 9am and 9pm, Monday to Friday.
|
| |
|
|
|
|
Sushil Bansal wins gift hamper
May 17, 2007 :
Sushil Bansal from EsselWorld has won a hamper comprising a Play TV travel bag, a T-Shirt and cap from Zee TV for posting his views on the Essel Newsletter Discussion Board.
|
| |
|
|
|
|
Letters to the Editor
May 18, 2007 :
The Essel Newsletter has been receiving responses from readers. Scan through a compilation of these letters from the newsletter inbox.
|
| |
|
|
|
|
Zee Telugu celebrates 2nd anniversary
May 18, 2007 :
Zee Telugu celebrates its second anniversary today. The entire line-up of programmes is specially-packaged topped with a special one-hour show on the primetime slot.
|
| |
|
|
|
|
Zee Telugu Kaamiyaab Do Saal
May 18, 2007 :
On the occasion of Zee Telugu’s second anniversary, Raj Kumar Yadav, Production Manager of the channel, pens a few lines of poetry.
|
| |
|
|
|
|
Zee TV launches afternoon soap
May 21, 2007 :
Zee TV beefs up its afternoon time band with Meri Doli Tere Angana, launching on May 21. The show occupies the 2pm slot from Monday to Thursday.
|
| |
|
|
|
|
Zee News marks Indian Mutiny anniv
May 21, 2007 :
Zee News presents ‘1857-Pehli Azaadi ka Sach’ commemorating the 150th anniversary of The Indian Mutiny of 1857. The documentary airs at 8pm tonight.
|
| |
|
|
|
|
TDSAT rules in favour of Zee Turner
May 21, 2007 :
Zee Turner has received a shot in the arm with the TDSAT asking Jabalpur-based Bhaskar Cable Network to correct subscriber declaration to Zee Turner by 700 per cent.
|
| |
|
|
|
|
Vikas Sarangdhar joins Essel Corporate
May 21, 2007 :
Vikas V Sarangdhar has joined the Essel Group as Executive Vice-President – Group Strategic Sourcing. He is based in Mumbai and will report to the Chairman.
|
| |
|
|
|
|
Essel Police Awards on May 25
May 22, 2007 :
The Essel Karnataka’s Best Police Officer Awards ceremony will be held in Bangalore on May 25, in association with Zee Kannada.
|
| |
|
|
|
|
Rapid Fire with Anup Chandrasekharan
May 22, 2007 :
Anup Chandrasekharan is the Business Head of Zee Kannada. In this week’s Rapid Fire, he faces the googlies and bouncers with panache!
|
| |
|
|
|
|
Tea with the Chairman
May 23, 2007 :
Business Standard’s correspondent Shuchi Bansal met the Chairman over tea in New Delhi. The conversation meanders through Chinese tea, Vipassana and more.
|
| |
|
|
|
|
Unlimited hungama at EsselWorld
May 24, 2007 :
Enjoy unlimited visits to EsselWorld, Water Kingdom and EsselWorld Tonite, over 100 days, at Rs 1,499/- (for adults) and Rs 499/- for children.
|
| |
|
|
|
|
Playwin ads win Mirchi Kaan awards
May 24, 2007 :
Two radio ads for Playwin have won awards at the 4th Mirchi Kaan Awards held on May 18, in Mumbai. The Kaan awards recognise excellence in radio advertising.
|
| |
|
|
|
|
E-City to distribute Telugu films
May 25, 2007 :
E-City Films has bagged the regional distribution rights for Shankar Dada Zindabad, a Telugu re-make of the box-office blockbuster, Lage Raho Munnabhai.
|
| |
|
|
|
|
ZILS plans 35 Kidz Care centres
May 25, 2007 :
Zee Interactive Learning Systems Ltd will set up 35 Kidz Care centres across India to help couples, especially in the IT sector, to manage their kids, says CEO Arun Khetan.
|
| |
|
|
|
|
Nandkumar from Popkorn wins hamper
May 28, 2007 :
Nandkumar from Popkorn Infotainment has won a gift hamper from Zee TV for posting his views on performance appraisals on the Essel Newsletter Discussion Board.
|
| |
|
|
|
|
Police top brass attend Essel event
May 28, 2007 :
The police top brass was in full attendance at the Essel Karnataka’s Best Police Service Awards at the Grand Ashok in Bangalore on May 25.
|
| |
|
|
|
|
Esselite’s documentary wins award
May 28, 2007 :
Esselite Lubna Khan is on a high. Her documentary – Pehchaan – on the life of children of commercial sex workers has won an award and is also shortlisted for ICE2007.
|
| |
|
|
|
|
Zee gains on Star
May 29, 2007 :
Zee’s Saath Phere displaces Kasautii for the No. 3 spot, even as Star Plus begins to feel the heat from Zee in the Hindi general entertainment channels space.
|
| |
|
|
|
|
Bharat Ranga to head Zee Intl business
May 30, 2007 :
Bharat Ranga, who headed Zee Entertainment’s cinema channels, will now take charge of Zee’s International Business. He will report to the CEO Pradeep Guha.
|
| |
|
|
|
|
Big FM, Rediff to boost Sa Re Ga Ma Pa
May 30, 2007 :
Zee TV has allied with Big FM and Rediff.com to give more exposure to the new season of Sa Re Ga Ma Pa Challenge 2007 while also taking the show to other media.
|
| |
|
|
|
|
Zee Network kickstarts soccer season
May 31, 2007 :
The Zee Network soccer team will be participating in the 6th Barclay’s Corporate Soccer Challenge, to be held on June 2, 2007 in Mumbai.
|
| |
|
|
|
|
Twin parks win Civic Award
May 31, 2007 :
The twin parks – EsselWorld and Water Kingdom, have won the Bombay Chamber Civic Award in the category of beautification and environment friendly practices.
|
| |
|
|
|
|
Intrex: Change of address
Jun 01, 2007 :
The corporate office of Intrex India Ltd has shifted to a new premises in Vile Parle, Mumbai. Please take note of the change in address and contact numbers.
|
| |
|
|
|
|
Essel sets up wellness venture in USA
Jun 01, 2007 :
The Essel Group has started a new wellness venture – Veria, in USA. Veria will span multiple verticals and will be headed by Dheeraj Kapuria.
|
| |
|
|
|
|
Essel Awards: Green judge in race
Jun 04, 2007 :
Justice M F Saldhana, retired Judge of the Karnataka High Court and environmentalist, is in the race for Essel Karnataka’s Best Legal Service Award.
|
| |
|
|
|
|
Pravin Jain from Zee News wins hamper
Jun 04, 2007 :
Pravin Jain from Zee News Ltd has won a gift hamper comprising a Play TV travel bag, a T-Shirt and a cap from Zee TV for posting his views on the Discussion Board.
|
| |
|
|
|
|
Zee Bangla shines at Sunfeast Awards
Jun 04, 2007 :
Zee Bangla stole the show at the Sunfeast Pratidin Tele-Awards in Kolkata, walking away with a host of awards. Congratulations to the Zee Bangla team.
|
| |
|
|
|
|
Zee Talkies gets nod from I&B Ministry
Jun 05, 2007 :
Zee Talkies, the new channel from the Zee bouquet, featuring Marathi cinema has got a nod from the Information and Broadcasting Ministry, to uplink the channel.
|
| |
|
|
|
|
Zee Talkies gets nod from I&B Ministry
Jun 05, 2007 :
Zee Talkies, the new channel from the Zee bouquet, featuring Marathi cinema has got a nod from the Information and Broadcasting Ministry, to uplink the channel.
|
| |
|
|
|
|
Zee Talkies gets nod from I&B Ministry
Jun 05, 2007 :
Zee Talkies, the new channel from the Zee bouquet, featuring Marathi cinema has got a nod from the Information and Broadcasting Ministry, to uplink the channel.
|
| |
|
|
|
|
DISHTV among Top 25 start-up brands
Jun 06, 2007 :
DISHTV has been featured among the top 25 powerful start-up brands of the country, by Planman Media and the Indian Council of Market Research.
|
| |
|
|
|
|
Manoj Gupta to head IT at Essel Group
Jun 06, 2007 :
Manoj Gupta has joined Essel Corporate as Executive Vice-President – IT and Quality Assurance. He will work to bring about synergy among Group companies.
|
| |
|
| |
