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Act Now Hosts 4th edition of World’s Longest and Largest Environment Online Event to #BeatPlasticPollution

NEW DELHI, June 8, 2023 /PRNewswire/ — “Young people, speak up, through activism, through the arts and performances, through clean ups, through protest movements. Your voice is strong and getting stronger. You have power to decide your future,” said Dr. Susan Gardner, United Nations Environment Programme Director of Ecosystems Division in #EarthIsCallingActNow, in 4th Edition of the World’s Longest and Largest Environment Online Event on World Environment Day 2023.

Prominent voices from the globe emphasized the need for urgent action to #BeatPlasticPollution, one of the most pressing environmental issues we face today. It highlighted the power of collective effort and the important role each inhabitant of this planet needs to play. The voices included Erik Solheim, the Sixth and former UN Environment Executive Director and Under-Secretary-General of the United Nations, Dr. Niall McCann, National Geographic Explorer, Vice Admiral Pradeep Chauhan (retd), Director-General, National Maritime Foundation, Dr. Ash Pachauri, World Sustainable Development Forum and The POP Movement, Livleeen Khalon, Associate Director, TERI, Mina Sue Choi, Miss Earth 2022, Rashmi Madhuri, Miss Earth India 2021, Dr. Luis Alvarez, Vice Chancellor, Maharishi University or Latin America, Celia Hung, Tzu Chi Foundation, Dr. Norma Munoz, Former Head of Climate Change Council to the President of Mexico, Hema Bhatt, Restor, Tomoko Fujiwara, Nagano Prefecture, Govt of Japan. Youth Climate activists, 15-yr old Lilly Platt, 17-yr old Haaziq Qazi, 11-yr old Licpriya Kangujam, Brigitta Gunawan, Sister Duo Andrea and Sophia Nava, Ricardo Lander, Rashmi Bothra, Komal Mittal and Drishya Pathak also joined their voices along with young students from Brookfield International School, Chandigarh, Modern School, ECNCR, Delhi, Springfield, Moradabad, and educators and students from over 100 countries.

Fourth year running and still the world’s longest and largest, this extraordinary 24-hour continuous forum is more than a meeting – it’s a call to action. It’s a platform to champion Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), encouraging efforts to combat climate change, tackle pollution, and safeguard biodiversity. With young students and youth being the main focus, the event is a reminder that it’s not just about preserving the Earth for us but also ensuring a sustainable future for generations to come.

“Act Now is working proactively hand-in-hand with UNEP in the movement called #GenerationRestoration for ecosystem restoration,” Rajiv K Shrivastava, Founder of Act Now, said, adding “for us sustainable development means environmental, economic, social and cultural well-being for today and tomorrow.”

“The event marks not an end, but a continuation of the global commitment to protect our environment and secure a sustainable future for the next generation,” Host for the program, Educator and Founder Principal of Brookfield International School Dr JK Singh said. Mr Rony Antony, Founder of Nature Education Society of Taiwan said, “The conclusion of the conference serves as a powerful reminder: It’s time to act because Earth Is Calling!”

About Earth Is Calling ActNow:

The 4th edition of #EarthIsCallingActNow, the World’s Longest and Largest Environment Online Event is organized by Act Now Foundation, a global network for environmental awareness, climate action, sustainability and supporting global efforts to help address the triple planetary crisis of climate, pollution and biodiversity loss.

Social Media Hashtags: #EarthIsCalling2023 #ActNowOrgin #BeatPlasticPollution #SDGs #UNEP

Live Footage on Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/actnoworgin

Event Page: http://actnow.org.in/earth-is-calling-act-now-2023.html

About Act Now Foundation

Act Now Foundation is an Indian NGO, working for environmental awareness, climate action, sustainability and peace globally. The foundation gathers together organizations and individuals from the world over to present their climate actions, share their insights, and generate awareness about how we are geared towards restoration of our environment, and for taking care of the planet through interactive events.

For more information, please visit: www.actnow.org.in.

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Jameson Connects & Crepdog Crew Celebrate Subcultures with Limited-Edition Capsule

Celebrating community, creativity, and self-expression through a limited-edition drop inspired by India’s most vibrant subcultures.

MUMBAI, India, June 4, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — Jameson Connects joins forces with India’s largest sneaker and streetwear retailer, Crepdog Crew, to launch a one-of-a-kind limited-edition capsule that celebrates the spirit of counterculture in India. The collaboration is being launched under Jameson Connects – Jam Studio, a culture and community-driven collaborative space, which brings together creative minds to help explore a fresh artistic landscape.

Rooted in the dynamic street and creative scenes of India, Jameson Connects and Crepdog Crew have come together to spotlight authentic voices and celebrate self-expression from the ground up. Inspired by bomber jacket patch culture, the drop reinterprets the spirit of individuality and identity through a distinctive camo-style shacket with interchangeable patches, designed to be a canvas for personal storytelling. Complementing the shacket are a tote bag and mug, completing a bold and collectible capsule collection.

Ayush Kalra pays homage to the tattoo scene, Vijaya Aswani captures the dynamic energy of skateboarding, Jayesh Joshi channels the freedom of the biking community, and Siddhartha Iyer brings alive the rhythm and soul of music.

Anchit Kapil, Co-founder and CEO, Crepdog Crew, said, “Subcultures shape the streets long before trends catch up. At Crepdog Crew, we’ve always built spaces—physical and creative—for the community to thrive. This shacket is our way of putting that truth on fabric—a celebration of individuality, identity, and the scenes that give cities their soul. With Jameson Connects, we’ve created more than a drop—we’ve created a canvas for the culture.”

Mo Joshi, Co-founder of Azadi Records, Culture partner for Jameson Connects, said, “Real culture grows where community thrives. Jameson Connects has always been about championing grassroots voices and giving artists a platform to be seen, heard, and celebrated. This collaboration with Crepdog Crew isn’t just about merch—it’s about movement.”

The drop celebrates the power of creative collaboration through art, music, and community-first experiences.

About Jameson Connects

Powered by Jameson Ginger Ale, Jameson Connects is a community-first platform for India’s creative voices. Through verticals like Jam Pad, Jam Stage, Jam Studio, and Jam Radio, it brings together culture-shaping individuals and subcultures to collaborate, co-create, and connect.

About Azadi Records

Azadi Records is a progressive Indian music label spotlighting thought-provoking hip-hop across regional languages and subcultures. Since 2017, it has given voice to the unheard, pushing the boundaries of what Indian music can be.

For press inquiries, please contact:

Shefali Bhatia, PR Pundit Havas Red | shefali.bhatia@prpundithavasred.com | +91 9821821032

Sanjana Jhawar, PR Pundit Havas Red | sanjana.jhawar@prpundithavasred.com | +91 7023080670

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Jameson Connects & Crepdog Crew Celebrate Subcultures with Limited-Edition Capsule

Celebrating community, creativity, and self-expression through a limited-edition drop inspired by India’s most vibrant subcultures.

MUMBAI, India, June 4, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — Jameson Connects joins forces with India’s largest sneaker and streetwear retailer, Crepdog Crew, to launch a one-of-a-kind limited-edition capsule that celebrates the spirit of counterculture in India. The collaboration is being launched under Jameson Connects – Jam Studio, a culture and community-driven collaborative space, which brings together creative minds to help explore a fresh artistic landscape.

Rooted in the dynamic street and creative scenes of India, Jameson Connects and Crepdog Crew have come together to spotlight authentic voices and celebrate self-expression from the ground up. Inspired by bomber jacket patch culture, the drop reinterprets the spirit of individuality and identity through a distinctive camo-style shacket with interchangeable patches, designed to be a canvas for personal storytelling. Complementing the shacket are a tote bag and mug, completing a bold and collectible capsule collection.

Ayush Kalra pays homage to the tattoo scene, Vijaya Aswani captures the dynamic energy of skateboarding, Jayesh Joshi channels the freedom of the biking community, and Siddhartha Iyer brings alive the rhythm and soul of music.

Anchit Kapil, Co-founder and CEO, Crepdog Crew, said, “Subcultures shape the streets long before trends catch up. At Crepdog Crew, we’ve always built spaces—physical and creative—for the community to thrive. This shacket is our way of putting that truth on fabric—a celebration of individuality, identity, and the scenes that give cities their soul. With Jameson Connects, we’ve created more than a drop—we’ve created a canvas for the culture.”

Mo Joshi, Co-founder of Azadi Records, Culture partner for Jameson Connects, said, “Real culture grows where community thrives. Jameson Connects has always been about championing grassroots voices and giving artists a platform to be seen, heard, and celebrated. This collaboration with Crepdog Crew isn’t just about merch—it’s about movement.”

The drop celebrates the power of creative collaboration through art, music, and community-first experiences.

About Jameson Connects

Powered by Jameson Ginger Ale, Jameson Connects is a community-first platform for India’s creative voices. Through verticals like Jam Pad, Jam Stage, Jam Studio, and Jam Radio, it brings together culture-shaping individuals and subcultures to collaborate, co-create, and connect.

About Azadi Records

Azadi Records is a progressive Indian music label spotlighting thought-provoking hip-hop across regional languages and subcultures. Since 2017, it has given voice to the unheard, pushing the boundaries of what Indian music can be.

For press inquiries, please contact:

Shefali Bhatia, PR Pundit Havas Red | shefali.bhatia@prpundithavasred.com | +91 9821821032

Sanjana Jhawar, PR Pundit Havas Red | sanjana.jhawar@prpundithavasred.com | +91 7023080670

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Jameson Connects grooves to Grammy winner Anderson .Paak in Mumbai

An intimate celebration of music, culture, and community, also featured Seedhe Maut and Shekhinah

MUMBAI, India, June 4, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — Music lovers in Mumbai were treated to an unforgettable evening as Jameson Connects brought its signature global experience, Distilled Sounds, to India’s cultural capital with an electrifying night of rhythm, soul, and connection. Headlining the showcase was none other than Grammy Award-winning artist Anderson .Paak as DJ Pee .Wee, who took over Famous Studios, Mumbai, for a high-voltage, electrifying up-close performance that brought unmatched energy to this thrilling chapter of Jameson Connects.

DJ Pee .Wee, the dynamic alter ego of Anderson .Paak, delivered a high-energy DJ set that showcased his impeccable taste and versatility behind the console. Known for his genre-blending sound that merges hip-hop, soul, funk, and R&B, Anderson .Paak additionally treated audiences to an intimate live performance towards the end, captivating them with his rich musicality and vibrant presence.

Adding to the evening’s vibrant soundscape was a duo who need little introduction — Seedhe Maut. Fresh off the release of their eighth project DL91 FM, the genre-defying Delhi-based icons brought their razor-sharp lyrics and explosive live energy. Joining them was South African powerhouse Shekhinah, celebrated for her soulful vocals and signature fusion of R&B and pop. Together, they formed a thrilling trifecta of artistry that embodies Jameson’s spirit of fearless creativity and community.

With each edition, Jameson Connects continues to raise the bar in crafting immersive cultural experiences that merge music, community, and creativity. Known for spotlighting boundary-breaking talent from around the world while championing local voices, the platform has become a space where global artistry meets homegrown expression. The upcoming Mumbai showcase is set to be no different-an intimate yet high-impact gathering that celebrates the spirit of connection, the power of live performance, and the magic that unfolds when diverse creative energies come together under one roof.

More than just a music event, Jameson Connects delivered a curated celebration of culture, community, and connection. From eclectic pop-ups by homegrown brands to vibrant F&B experiences and the thoughtfully curated zones, every element is designed to spark conversations and camaraderie.

Stay tuned for what’s next from Jameson Connects.

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