Asia’s most definitive Expo for Roofing & allied Products, the 22nd edition of Roof India will be held from 24 – 26 April 2025 at Bombay Exhibition Centre (NESCO), Goregaon East, Mumbai INDIA. The benchmark event is a one stop solution where buyer can source right from screws to the rooftop sheets and offers networking, knowledge sharing and business opportunities to those involved in Roofing, Cladding, Pre-Engineered Buildings, Metal Building Systems, Tensile Architecture, Green Roofs / Roof Landscaping, Waterproofing, Insulation, Roofing Machinery, Roof Fastening Systems etc.
Massive thrust on Infra development and development of newer, climate friendly technologies has kick started the Construction & Infrastructure industry. The Airport modernization / new airports projects, Warehouses, Metro Rail, new Hotel / Serviced Apartments / Resorts projects, Industrial City / Parks, Retail Malls, Hypermarkets, Multiplexes, Integrated Townships etc. are the buzzwords today in the India’s booming Construction & Infrastructure industry.
According to Gagan Sahni, Director, Hyve India P Ltd, the organizers of this unique expo, “Roof India has been offeringunparalleled support towards the growth of the Industry since 2 decades. This is the only such event in the country supported by major trade associations like Architects Engineers & Surveyors Association (AESA), Construction Federation of India (CFI), India Insulation Forum (IIF), Waterproofers Association of India (WAI) & World Metal Forum (WMF)”
Roof India will feature over 200+ exhibitors / brands from India & abroad and has the largest number of new launches & Live product demos and is expected to attract a visitor base of 10,000 +. Concurrent to the expo will be a three-day open seminar themed ‘Let’s Talk Roofing’ and ‘Flooring Ideas’ & ‘Innovative Infrastructure’ ‘Let’s Talk Roofing’ and ‘Flooring Ideas’ with sessions by industry veterans covering the latest innovations in Roofing and Flooring Technologies. The concurrent seminar facilitates for the discussions on the most recent developments in the technology, emerging market trends & about new additions to the products array.
The fifth edition of – FLOOR INDIA – most sought after expo for Industrial & Commercial Flooring will be co-located with Roof India and shall showcase Industrial Flooring Materials and Systems, Commercial Flooring, Floor Machinery, Cleaning Equipment etc. For further information please log onto roofindia.com or contact Sivaprasad NV on siva.prasad@hyve.group.
Tanay Khandeshi’s brilliant all-round performance two wickets for 30 runs and scoring an unbeaten 36 runs was the highlight of Union Bank of India’s fluent six-wicket victory against Automotive CC in a quarter-final match of the 14th Insurance Shield T20 cricket tournament, organized by Oriental Insurance Company and played at Cross Maidan on Tuesday.
Union Bank did well to restrict Automotive CC to a low total of 136 for 7 wickets from their quota of 20 overs. Chirag Vakil, Rupesh Singh and Nikhil Mandle all scored 22 runs each to lift the Automotive CC innings. Khandeshi’s teammate Deep Gaurav also claimed two wickets for 32 runs.
In reply, Union Bank comfortably chased down the target scoring 138 for the loss of just four wickets in 18.4 overs. Besides Khandeshi’s unbeaten knock the others who made good contributions with the bat was Roop Yadav 31 runs, Adil Shaikh 28 runs and Faizan Rabbani’s unbeaten 27 runs which saw coast to victory.
In the second match, Group Satellite CC defeated L&T Sports Club by a commanding 76 runs. Group Satellite’s opening bat Abhijeet Rohandiya top-scored with an unbeaten 91 runs and Faizan Khan added 71 runs to the team’s total of 198 for our wickets from their 20 overs.
L&T Sports Club struggled to score runs and their innings closed at 122 for six wickets. Akash Palande and Ameya Tiwramkar both scored 31 runs each.
Brief scores (quarter-finals): Automotive CC 136 for 7, 20 overs (Chirag Vakil 22, Rupesh Singh 22, Nikhil Mandle 22; Tanay Khandeshi 2/30, Deep Gaurav 2/32) lost Union Bank of India 138 for 4, 18.4 overs (Tanay Khandeshi 36*, Roop Yadav 31, Adil Shaikh 28, Faizan Rabbani 27*; Jayshal Wadiyal 2/27). Result: Union Bank of India won by 6 wickets.
Group Satellite CC 198 for 4, 20 overs (Abhijeet Rohandiya 91*, Faizan Khan 71; Rahul Joshi 3/14) beat L&T Sports Club 122 for 6, 20 overs (Akash Palande 31, Ameya Tiwramkar 31; Alok Singh 2/26). Result: Group Satellite CC won by 76 runs.
India’s pride Divyanshi Bhowmick has been Crowned Under-17 Girls’ Singles Champion at WTT Berlin. According to her parents, In this championship, Divyanshi played with composure, intensity, and there was hunger to win. “This is a A massive step forward, but knowing her, she’s already thinking about the next challenge. This is just the beginning,” her parents reacted.
After hearing this good news, TT players and Divyanshi’s well wishers and her school authorities from Mumbai, are more than happy to see her progress.
The Omtex ICWC Cricket Institute in Saphale is launching the Omtex ICWC Fast Bowling Foundation. Renowned Sri Lankan fast bowling expert Dhammika Prasad has been appointed the Head Coach of the Foundation.
Renowned Sri Lankan fast bowling expert Dhammika Prasad ( Right) speaking to young cricketers at the Omtex ICWC Institute ground in Saphale.
Omtex ICWC will hold a Talent Hunt Scholarship Program (selection trial) for boys and girls over 15 years, on March 18 at their facilities at Saphale. The one-day talent hunt process will be held at Omtex ICWC Cricket Institute ground, Tandul Wadi, (E) Saphale from 8.30 am onwards. Additional details can be got from +91 9321438723.
This program aims to identify and nurture young fast bowlers who have the potential to become future stars of Indian cricket. This program seeks to discover and nurture promising young pacers who have what it takes to excel at higher levels.
With Dhammika Prasad leading the charge alongside his dedicated team, aspiring bowlers have an unparalleled opportunity to refine their skills under world-class guidance. Get ready; this could be your chance to shine on the cricketing stage!
New India Assurance (NIA) SC snatched a 22-run victory against Bank of Maharashtra in a quarter-final match of the 14th Insurance Shield T20 Inter-Office Cricket Tournament 2024, organised by Oriental Insurance Company under the aegis of MCA (Mumbai Cricket Association) and played at Cross Maidan on Saturday evening.
Sent in to bat, New India Assurance reached a total of 186 for the loss of five wickets from their 20 overs. Opening batsmen Harsh Ubale 60 (49-balls), and Anish Shetty 55 (26-balls) provided their team with a solid start. Later, Sanskar Dahelkr contributed 29 runs to prop the innings. Left-arm spinners Nayan Jadhav 2 for 41 and Himanshu Sonthalia 2 for 49 managed to take the wickets. In reply Bank of Maharashtra batsmen batted cautiously and were restricted to 164 for 4 wickets in 20 overs. Their leading scorer was Azim Khan 59 (46-balls) runs and Omkar Patankar 29 runs.
In another match, United Patni registered an emphatic 10-wicket victory against Reserve Bank of India in another last eight match.
Brief scores (quarter-finals): New India Assurance SC 186 for 5, 20 overs (Harsh Ubale 60 (49-balls), Anish Shetty 55 (26-balls), Sanskar Dahelkr 29; Nayan Jadhav LAS 2/41, 2/49) beat Bank of Maharashtra 164 for 4, 20 overs (Azim Khan 59 (46-balls), Omkar Patankar 29). Result: New India Assurance won by 22 runs.
Reserve Bank of India 53 all out, 13.4 overs (Ashwin Shelke 4/6, Sandesh Koli 3/11, Omar Patni 2/12) lost United Patni SC 54 for no loss 5.5 overs (Omar Patni 36*, Shreyash Singh 16*). Result: United Patni won by 10 wickets.
Sonu Tyagi, the spiritually inclined visionary founder of Approach Entertainment Group and Go Spiritual, captivated students and faculty during an engaging interactive session titled Media and Emerging Avenues at the University School of Mass Communication (USMC), Guru Gobind Singh Indraprastha University (IPU). The event, held on March 12, 2025, at 11:30 AM at the university’s Surjamal Vihar campus in Delhi, offered a deep dive into the evolving media landscape, emphasizing the power of ethical storytelling and a wide array of emerging career opportunities beyond traditional fields.
Sonu Tyagi ( Centre) with Media and Entertainment professionals
IP University, a prestigious NAAC A++ accredited state university, continues to lead in fostering academic excellence and innovation, making it an ideal venue for this impactful session.
Sonu Tyagi, a celebrated writer, director, producer, and media luminary, brought his wealth of experience to the forefront, sharing insights from his illustrious career in advertising, filmmaking, journalism, and spiritual media. With advanced qualifications in Psychology, Advertising Management, Journalism, and Filmmaking, Sonu Tyagi has left an indelible mark on the industry through projects like the spiritual web series Two Great Masters, which explores the teachings of Swami
Vivekananda and Paramhansa Yogananda. His recent recognition at the Media Meet & Felicitation of Journalists by Brahma Kumaris and NISCORT Media College underscored his commitment to ethical journalism and spiritual empowerment.
The session, attended by students, aspiring media professionals, and faculty, was a masterclass in navigating the dynamic media ecosystem. Tyagi highlighted the transformative potential of digital platforms and the rise of OTT content, while introducing students to emerging career avenues beyond traditional fields like Journalism, Advertising, and Public Relations. He delved into opportunities in Celebrity & Artist Management, Influencer Management, Content Creation, Branded Entertainment, Digital Media and Journalism, and OTT, presenting these as vibrant pathways for the next generation. Drawing from his leadership at Approach Entertainment Group, a trailblazing organization headquartered in Mumbai with operations across New Delhi, Gurugram, Kolkata, Goa, Chandigarh, Dehradun, Hyderabad, and Ahmedabad, Sonu Tyagi outlined how creativity and ethics can shape a positive societal narrative.
Tyagi’s spiritual inclination shone through as he emphasized the urgent need for positive and spiritual content creation aimed at youth, to foster a mentally fit and morally grounded society. He motivated students to harness their skills to inspire others through uplifting content, drawing from his work with Go Spiritual, the charitable and spiritual arm of Approach Entertainment Group. This transformative platform promotes spirituality, mental health, wellness, spiritual tourism, Ayurveda, holistic health, organic living, and social causes.
With the launch of Go Spiritual News Magazine and plans for Go Spiritual Web TV & OTT and a news app, it seeks to spread spiritual awareness globally. Sonu Tyagi highlighted how Go Spiritual and Approach Entertainment are actively campaigning against obscene and absurd digital content, advocating for media that nurtures rather than exploits. He urged students to reject sensationalism and create content that reflects values and positivity, aligning with his vision for a better society.
Reflecting on the event, Sonu Tyagi said, “It was a privilege to connect with the talented students and faculty at USMC, IP University. The media industry is at a crossroads, and I hope our discussion on emerging avenues—like Celebrity & Artist Management, Influencer Management, and OTT—and the need for positive, spiritual content inspires the next generation to create media that uplifts and empowers society.”
The event was expertly coordinated by Dr. Riyaz Arshad Nazish, a faculty member at USMC and a seasoned producer with a rich background in electronic media and filmmaking, alongside Dr. Kavita Koli, Producer Radio at USMC, who is all set to introduce a community radio at the University School of Mass Communication. Dr. Nazish, known for directing impactful corporate films like Transforming Young Minds and Beyond Milestones for IP University, and Dr. Koli, with her innovative vision for community radio, ensured a seamless flow, fostering an interactive environment where students could engage directly with Tyagi. Adding gravitas to the occasion was Prof. (Dr.) Durgesh Tripathi, Dean of USMC, whose pioneering work in digital media and online education enriched the dialogue with an academic perspective.
Students described the session as “eye-opening” and “motivational,” with many inspired to explore careers in Influencer Management, Content Creation, and OTT while embracing Tyagi’s call to create positive content. His focus on spirituality and wellness, rooted in Go Spiritual’s mission and the campaign against harmful digital content, struck a chord, encouraging attendees to rethink media’s role in building a healthier society.
The University School of Mass Communication, a trailblazer in media education, reaffirmed its commitment to bridging academia and industry through this event. Offering programs like BA and MA in Journalism and Mass Communication, as well as Ph.D. opportunities, USMC equips students with the skills to thrive in a competitive field. The session underscored the school’s dedication to preparing future leaders who can navigate the complexities of modern media with creativity, conscience, and a commitment to societal good.
‘Aruprit Tigers’ produced a solid combined performances and recorded a convincing 117-run victory over BEST Arts & Sports Club in a fourth round league match of the 14th Insurance Shield T20 cricket tournament, organized by Oriental Insurance Company and played at Cross Maidan on Tuesday.
Electing to bat, Aruprit Tigers batters dominated the BEST bowling attack as they piled up a challenging total of 182 runs and losing five wickets from their quota of 20 overs. Middle-order batsman Prathamesh Chavan top-scored with a 24-ball unbeaten 43 runs and Nikhil Patil struck 40 runs from 22 balls to bolster the innings.
Shantanu Nayak 32 runs and Siddhesh Gavande 29 runs contributed to the scoreboard. Kiran Khanvikar 2 for 46 was BEST’s best bowler.
Later, the Aruprit Tigers bowlers came out roaring and dismissed BEST for a paltry 65 runs in 14.3 overs. Nilesh Kharnair was the lone batter to get 24 runs. Aruprit bowlers Simant Dubey 3 for 23, Siddhesh Gavande 2 for 4, Piyush Kanojiya 2 for 13 and Anzar Mirza 2 for 14 picked up the wickets.
In another match, Mumbai Police CC defeated GIC (General Insurance Company) SC by 35 runs. Batting first, Mumbai Police scored 146 all out in 20 overs. The policemen then restricted GIC to 111 for 8 wickets from 20 overs to secure their win.
Brief scores: Aruprit Tigers 182 for 5, 20 overs (Prathamesh Chavan 43*, Nikhil Patil 40, Shantanu Nayak 32, Siddhesh Gavande 29; Kiran Khanvikar 2/46) beat BEST Arts & Sports Club 65 all out, 14.3 overs (Nilesh Kharnair 24; Simant Dubey 3/23, Siddhesh Gavande 2/4, Piyush Kanojiya 2/13, Anzar Mirza 2/14). Result: Aruprit Tigers won by 117 runs.
Mumbai Police CC 146 all out, 20 overs (Jayesh Chandorkar 49, Nishit Bhalla 21; Hamza Shaikh 3/19, Khadian D. 2/21) beat GIC CC 111 for 8, 20 overs (Sumeet Solkar 43; Nishit Bhalla 3/20, Rohit B. 2/18, Swapnil Kulaye 2/29). Result: Mumbai Police won 35 runs.
Victory CC proved too good for Rajawadi CC and charged to a solid 10-wicket win in the MCA President Cup A & B Division final, played at Dadoeji Kondeo Stadium, Thane on Sunday.
The triumphant Victory CC players are seen in a happy mood and are all smiles after defeating Rajawadi CC by 10-wickets win in the MCA President Cup A & B Division final, played at Dadoeji Kondeo Stadium, Thane on Sunday.
Sent in to bat, Rajawadi batters struggled against the Victory CC spinners and could not stay long in the middle and get runs on the scoreboard. Number three batter Tushi Shah top-scored with 33 runs, while Victory CC leg-spinner Niyati Jagpat picked two wickets for 15 runs and off-spinner Aleena Khan took two wickets for 22 runs to restrict Rajawadi to a low total of 103 for six wickets from their 20 overs.
In response, the Rajawadi bowling attack was ineffective as the Victory CC opening batswomen batted well and scored runs freely. They crossed the finish line scoring 107 runs without losing a wicket from 15.4 overs.
Sarika Koli led the charge scoring an unbeaten 61 runs (52-balls, 9×4) and Alina Mulla was unbeaten making 38 runs (42-balls, 2 x4, 1×6) to ensure their team achieved their target with plenty to spare.
Brief scores (final): Rajawadi CC 103 for 6, 20 overs (Tushi Shah 33; Niyati Jagtap 2/15, Aleena Khan 2/22) lost Victory CC 107 for no loss, 15.4 overs (Sarika Koli 61* (52-balls, 9×4), Alina Mulla 38* (42-balls, 2 x4, 1×6). Result: Victory CC won by 10 wickets.
In a remarkable turnaround, which showcased his resilience and intense fighting spirit, reigning National and Asian snooker champion Pankaj Advani completed a hat-trick of titles with a comeback 8-6 finale win over Ishpreet Singh Chadha in the Rs 13.5 lakh CCI Snooker Classic 2025, an all-India tournament, played at the CCI’s Wilson Jones billiards hall on late Sunday night. Pankaj triumphed 15-57, 26-101, 18-75, 100-25, 36-93, 118-0, 59-68, 45-77, 64-47, 93-72, 70 -60, 75-32, 73-32, 75-47 in a hardfought final played over three gruelling sessions.
Pankaj for his sterling efforts was presented with the champions’ trophy and a cheque of Rs 3.5 lakhs, while Ishpreet received the runner-up trophy and an award of Rs 1.75 lakhs.
The Bengaluru-based Pankaj is clearly at home in The CCI snooker room, as he registered his third title on the trot. What is remarkable is that Pankaj was staring at the barrel, down 2-6 against Ishpreet in the best of 15 frames encounter.
Apart from his potting skills, what came to the fore was Pankaj’s technical superiority, especially his safety play as he hunkered down to deliver a snooker masterclass.
That Pankaj has Ishpeet’s number is evident from the fact that he repeated his NSCI ‘Baulkline 3.0’ win over Ishpreet which occurred last year.
Ishpreet started positively and constructed breaks of 101 and 61 to win the opening three frames. Pankaj compiled a break of 55 to pocket the fourth and halt Ishpreet’s run.
But then Ishpreet seized control and surged ahead to lead 6-2. At this stage he wanted just a couple more frames to seal the deal.
What too, Pankaj did not lose another single frame thereafter to wind up with another trophy to add to his extensive and burgeoning collection of titles.
“When two good players are contesting a high quality game and it’s a high-stake game, especially a final it certainly brings out the best from each other. I started really slowly, I thought the match was his to lose after being 4-1 and 6-2 up. But I just hung in there. Sometimes you have to just do that and I am so glad that I could turn it around and take it away from him (Ishpreet) who made a 147 and probably played the best snooker in the entire tournament,” said a composed Pankaj.
“Ishpreet definitely played better snooker in the first half, but in the second I put up a better performance. I did not make big breaks but I think I played steady snooker and it paid off,” he further stated.
CCI & BSAM fete Ishpreet Singh
The Cricket Club of India honoured Ishpreet Singh Chadha by presenting him with a cheque of Rs 1.47 lakhs for creating history at the club. In his quarter-final match against Dilip Kumar on Thursday, Ishpreet meticulously constructed the maximum break of 147 in the fourth frame during his 5-0 triumph.
Sanju Kothari, Chairman, CCI Billiards Sub-Committee said, “Ishpreet made us at CCI proud by making the maximum break of 147 on our table during the CCI Classic Snooker 2025. It’s befitting to felicitate him for his glorious feat.”
The Billiards and Snooker Association of Maharashtra (BSAM) also felicitated Ishpreet by awarding a cheque of Rs 1.47 lakhs.
Ishpreet is only the third Indian after Geet Sethi (Ahmedabad) and Aditya Mehta (Mumbai). Sethi achieved his feat during the 1988 National championship in Guntur while Mehta compiled the maximum at the Asian Games Indian team selection camp in 2013 in Bangalore. Mehta made another maximum break in Germany on the pro circuit in 2014.
Last week, Khar Gymkhana’s 8th-floor courts were abuzz with excitement, as six teams clashed in the KGWPBL Season 4, a celebration of women in Pickleball. The participating teams, owned by Maks Pickleball, HB Sports, Get Out of My Kitchen, Davakhar Foundation, Synova, and Trivision, showcased their skills and teamwork, making the event a resounding success.
Team HB Sports led by Arpna won Gold medal and Trophy, beating Team Synova Smashers led by Unaiza Punjabi, as they carried home Silver medal. Team Maks Pickleball led by Aakanksha took home Bronze medal.
Young renowned table tennis player Pranjal Shinde, who was part of the winning team, was more than happy to share her happiness. Speaking to Magzmumbai about her entry in this new sport, she said, “ I srarted playing Pickleball few months ago in my MCF club and really enjoyed this game. When I first won prize in our internal home tournament in doubles two months ago, my friends suggested me to enter outside competitions and that’s how I played here at Khar Gymkhana.”
Special prize winners from each category were as follows :
G1 – Arpana Choudhary
G2- Aalyka Ebrahim
G3- Shweta Samat & Sunita Yadhav
G4-Nizza Dafney &Muskaan
G5 – Renuka S T
The KGWPBL Season 4 was a testament to the growing popularity of Pickleball among women, and the participants are looking forward to many more exciting seasons to come. All the participants have appreciated the efforts of the Tournament Directors, Shaks Devnani and Dr. Bela Kotwani , for providing supreme Hospitality and the delicious food arrangements. Special thanks to president, Gaurav Kapadia, and team, as well as the entire Pickleball committee, for their unwavering support. They also thanked the team of markers for their tireless work, and the housekeeping staff and electricians for ensuring a smooth event. Last but not the least, they didn’t forget to thank the sponsors, ‘I Love Mumbai (Rahul Kannal and Kumar Nichani)’ , gift sponsor Quench (Facilitator Pro Pickleball), and energy drink sponsor Fast and Up.
