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THE LEELA CONCLUDES THE FOURTH SEASON OF #POLOINTHEPINKCITY WITH A CELEBRATION OF THE ROYAL SPORT, CULTURE AND REFINED LUXURY

The tournament featured a pre-finale gala at the newly unveiled Amber Terrace and an exhibition victory by The Leela Polo Team, bringing together gracious hospitality and Rajasthan’s enduring polo heritageJAIPUR, India, Feb. 11, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — The Leela Palaces, Hotels and Resorts marked the successful conclusion of #PoloInThePinkCity, as the fourth season of The Leela Maharaja Sawai Man Singh Polo Cup reaffirmed the brand’s commitment to preserving and celebrating the royal sport of polo through thoughtfully curated experiences that blend heritage with contemporary luxury.
The season commenced on February 7 with an elegant pre-finale gala dinner at The Amber Terrace, the newly launched rooftop destination at The Leela Palace Jaipur. Overlooking the Aravalli Hills, the evening unfolded against the backdrop of the terrace’s distinctive ‘root-to-fruit’ cocktail and culinary philosophy, offering guests an immersive introduction to the palace’s newest social address. The gathering brought together visionaries from Jaipur’s cultural landscape alongside leading voices from fashion and the arts, including singer Manasi Scott, designer Nikhil Mehra, director Prahlad Kakkar, actor and creator Monica Vaswani and actor Chayan Chopra, setting the tone for a weekend defined by elegance and anticipation – hallmarks of #PoloInThePinkCity.On February 8, the focus shifted to the polo field at the Rajasthan Polo Club. Ahead of the final, an exhibition match saw The Leela Polo Team take on the Jindal Polo Team, with The Leela Polo Team emerging victorious with a score of 4–3. Sawai Padmanabh Singh – Icon of India by The Leela and captain of The Leela Polo Team – delivered a standout performance, scoring two goals, alongside two goals by Rao Himmat Singh Bedla.The highlight of the day was the grand finale of the 4-chukker The Leela Maharaja Sawai Man Singh Polo Cup 2026, contested between Team Optiemus Achievers and Team V Polo. In a closely fought match, Team Optiemus Achievers claimed the title with a final score of 7–5, bringing the fourth season of #PoloInThePinkCity to a thrilling close.Speaking on the occasion, Mr. Anuraag Bhatnagar, Chief Executive Officer, The Leela Palaces, Hotels and Resorts, said, “The Leela Maharaja Sawai Man Singh Polo Cup reflects our enduring commitment to honouring India’s royal sporting heritage through experiences that embody true Indian luxury. As we conclude the fourth season of this association with the Rajasthan Polo Club, it is especially meaningful to see this journey unfold alongside the unveiling of the reimagined The Leela Palace Jaipur and The Amber Terrace – spaces that represent how we continue to evolve while remaining deeply rooted in culture, craftsmanship and gracious hospitality.”The event was further elevated by the association of BMW Excellence Club, as Luxury Mobility Partner, and Hibiki Whisky, as Celebrations Partner, whose shared values of craftsmanship, precision and refined experiences resonated seamlessly with The Leela’s philosophy.Mr. Vitesh Barar, Director Marketing BMW India, said, “We are proud to partner with the Leela Maharaja Sawai Man Singh Polo Cup through BMW Excellence Club, an experience that perfectly aligns with BMW’s ethos of precision, craftsmanship, and refined luxury. Polo, much like BMW, is a sport that embodies heritage, elegance, and performance, qualities that resonate deeply with our brand. The seamless blend of tradition and modernity showcased at Polo Cup mirrors BMW’s commitment to delivering driving experiences that combine cutting-edge technology with timeless sophistication. We celebrate this unique convergence of sport, culture, and luxury, and look forward to creating unforgettable moments for connoisseurs of excellence.””The Maharaja Polo Cup is a rare convergence of heritage and modern luxury – an environment where Hibiki feels instinctively at home. Through this association, Hibiki is experienced not merely as a whisky, but as an expression of balance, craftsmanship, and time. These are moments that cannot be bought, only experienced – true to the spirit of Hibiki, The Masterpiece of Japanese Artistry” commented Rohini Menezes, Category Manager, The House of Suntory, Suntory Global Spirits.As the curtain falls on its fourth season, this event stands as a testament to The Leela’s role as a custodian of the royal sport – creating moments where heritage, sport and modern luxury converge with effortless grace.About The Leela Palaces, Hotels and ResortsThe Leela Palaces, Hotels and Resorts is India’s largest institutionally owned and managed pure-play luxury hospitality brand. Backed by the Brookfield Group, The Leela operates 14 award-winning properties across India’s premier leisure and business destinations. Recognized globally for architectural excellence and bespoke services, The Leela has been ranked the #1 hospitality brand globally by Travel + Leisure World’s Best Awards in 2020 and 2021, and among the top three in 2023 and 2024. The brand remains committed to delivering timeless Indian hospitality through world-class luxury experiences.For more information, please visit our website www.theleela.com and connect with us on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram.About The Leela Palace Jaipur Set against the Aravalli Hills, The Leela Palace Jaipur is a modern palace that blends Rajasthan’s regal heritage with contemporary luxury. Spread across eight acres of landscaped gardens, the palace features 194 elegant rooms and suites, immersive cultural experiences, and Aujasya Spa by The Leela, rooted in ancient Indian wellness traditions.The palace’s signature dining destinations include Jamavar, a fine-dining homage to India’s royal kitchens; The Aravalli Dining Room, an elegant all-day restaurant inspired by Jaipur’s regal heritage; The Peacock Lounge, an exclusive lounge offering refined Mediterranean cuisine; The Jharokha Bar, celebrating the spirited essence of Royal Rajasthan; and The Amber Terrace, overlooking the Aravalli Hills, offering root-to-fruit inspired cocktails paired with modern Asian cuisine.Celebrated as a preferred address for iconic celebrations and discerning travellers, The Leela Palace Jaipur has been recognised with Two Michelin Keys (2025), ranked among the Top Hotels in India by Condé Nast Traveller UK Readers’ Choice Awards 2025, and named Favourite Indian Leisure Hotel at the Condé Nast Traveller India Readers’ Travel Awards 2025.Photo: https://mma.prnewswire.com/media/2901888/POLO_IN_THE_PINKCITY.jpgLogo: https://mma.prnewswire.com/media/2467292/5793449/The_Leela_Logo.jpg 

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Deutscher Cricket Bund (DCB) announces an exciting 2026 season to showcase Germany as the leading European cricket nation, building world-class cricket IP’s

ESSEN, Germany and MUMBAI, India, June 12, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — After the tremendous success of the recently concluded ‘5 match T20 International event – ‘Austria Tour of Germany,” DCB is all set to kick off its ambitious domestic set of events for 2026.

German Super League – Berlin edition starts at Mayfeld – next to the iconic OlympiaStadion from the 8th of June.With a fixture of 43 T10 matches, 10 best clubs from the Berlin region will compete to be crowned champions. Legendary English umpire, Billy Bowden, will be the special guest, and will be officiating the final match.Mr. Severin Weiss, the president of DCB, said, “In order to have a robust system, we need to have a strong domestic structure. It’s not about just having premier leagues and international contests, but building bottom up. And that’s what our core focus and mission is.” He added that for cricket in Europe and particularly in Germany to flourish, they need to attract more natives to take up the sport. Organizing good quality events, that are properly produced at the domestic level, will ensure they achieve this in the years to come.The team at DCB is working methodically to achieve the stated mission.Mr. Dieter Voight – DCB CEO – shed more light on the calendar events and stated, “In 2026, with strong collaboration and support of our regional partners, we have plans to conduct up to 8 domestic tournaments with about 300 matches. Add to this, we have 4 international events, the biggest being the Nordic Cup in August.”The Nordic cup will see 5 women’s teams battle it out in August. The hosts will be joined by the Nordic national teams of Finland, Sweden, Denmark as well.Germany will also host two more bilateral events, the next one being against Switzerland women’s in July.Germany hopes to soon break into the top 30 men’s T20 ICC rankings. They won 4-1 against Austria and hope to continue their dominance on the field.Donovan Miller has been appointed the head coach. Donovan brings in rich experience of working with English Counties, and top franchise tournaments. Coach along with the captain Musadiq Ahmed, who was sensational with the bat against Austria and was adjudged Man of the series, has the full trust and support of DCB to lead the team to achieve grander cricketing success.With a robust domestic and international calendar in place, DCB is focussed on marketing the events and positioning German cricket as one of the most serious cricket destinations in Europe.The important aspect is to reach as many people as possible, includes a strategic multi-media plan, which includes digital marketing as a key corner stone.Dr. Vignaesh Sankaran, Vice President of the DCB, added: “Live broadcasting is only one part of the equation. Equally important is how we market our events, players, coaches, and sponsors to a wider audience. We do not want to miss this opportunity to grow the game and create value for all our stakeholders. The Austria–Germany international series generated more than five million impressions across all platforms. Together with our partners, SMW Global, we invited German influencer Liz Laz, whose content introduced German cricket to new audiences and significantly expanded our reach.Germany is among the first European Associate Members to embrace this approach at scale, combining elite cricket with digital storytelling and influencer engagement. Through these efforts, we have achieved over 150% growth in viewership and now attract some of the largest cricket audiences in Europe.Germany’s reputation for strong governance, professionalism, and high-quality event delivery also makes it an increasingly attractive market for sponsors and commercial partners. We will continue to build on this momentum and further strengthen Germany’s position as a leading cricket market in Europe.”The Deutschland Cricket Board (DCB) has officially entered into a strategic partnership with SMW Global Media, with a long-term vision for collaboration. SMW Global Media will serve as the exclusive commercial rights partner, overseeing event production, ground branding, and sponsor asset delivery, while also supporting the DCB in developing consistent digital content and event promotion across platforms.Azhan Ahsan, executive director – SMW Global Media, said, “The aim is to produce clean, high quality broadcasts, in decent budgets, allowing our federation partners the flexibility to produce more matches professionally. Consistent supply will expand the reach and grow commercial values of German cricket organically.” He added, “Germany is perhaps the only country in Europe that can on its own produce good quality cricket in such high volumes. Sponsors and media partners love it when there is a proper structure and a plan. And if we can add further value for all stakeholders by adding some spice on the digital content front, we can fast track brand Germany to newer markets and audiences. We are committed to that.”The last event was broadcast LIVE worldwide on multiple platforms – FanCode, Action Sports, Unbeaten +, Unbeaten Prime, SportVot, Cricket Lounge TV, and German cricket’s official YouTube channel. It was also covered by all major data and scoring partners including ESPN, and Olympics.com.About Deutscher Cricket Bund (DCB)The Deutscher Cricket Bund is the governing body for cricket in Germany and is responsible for the development, promotion and organization of cricket activities across the country, including domestic, youth and international cricket structures.For more information, please visit https://www.cricket.de/About SMW Global MediaSMW Global Media is an international full-service sports agency that serves some of the major leagues, federations, teams and broadcasters in the world. With a global reach, they have been involved in projects in over 41 countries, annually distributing, selling and producing thousands of hours of live sports and work with over 100 broadcast partners. Their four core areas of expertise include Rights Management, Production Services, Streaming Solutions and Sponsorships. 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GIGABYTE Celebrates 40 Years of Milestone at COMPUTEX 2026 with Award-Winning AI, Gaming, and Design Showcases

TAIPEI, June 12, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — GIGABYTE, the world’s leading computer brand, concluded COMPUTEX 2026 with multiple products recognized by international media and industry organizations. Presented under the 40th Anniversary theme ENTER INFINITY, the showcase highlighted advancements across AI, gaming, product design, and user experiences, earning numerous Best of COMPUTEX awards, Editor’s Choice recognitions, and industry honors.
Leading the showcase was the X870E AORUS INFINITY NEXT motherboard, which earned widespread recognition from international media for its combination of space-inspired engineering, advanced thermal technologies, and distinctive aesthetics. Featuring rocket-thruster-grade thermal materials, 3D metal-printing technologies, an AI Gyroid Structure that increases cooling surface area by up to 44%, and a 64-phase power design capable of delivering up to 5,120 amps, the motherboard was praised by Tom’s Hardware as being “packed with never-before-used space-grade thermal engineering and a never-before-seen aesthetic.” The launch also introduced the broader INFINITY Series, spanning motherboards, graphics cards, gaming peripherals, and chassis, extending the ENTER INFINITY vision across the entire PC build ecosystem.GIGABYTE also demonstrated how AI and gaming technologies are converging across its ecosystem. AI TOP solutions, AI PCs, and the award-winning AORUS GeForce RTX™ 5090 AI BOX showcased scalable local AI capabilities from personal productivity to advanced AI workflows. The COMPUTEX Best Choice Award-winning AORUS MASTER 16 AI gaming laptop highlighted GIGABYTE’s commitment to delivering intelligent and high-performance gaming experiences. The company also expanded its display portfolio with the media-recognized FM275K16P, the world’s first 27-inch 5K Multi-Mode Mini LED gaming monitor, further reinforcing its leadership in next-generation display technologies.Design innovation remained another key focus throughout the showcase. From the award-winning AORUS GeForce RTX™ 5080 INFINITY WOOD graphics card to the STEALTH cableless PC ecosystem, GIGABYTE demonstrated how performance-focused engineering and premium aesthetics can coexist across modern gaming platforms. The same design philosophy extended to the ENTER INFINITY exhibition itself. Through modular booth architecture, reusable display systems, and sustainable operational planning, GIGABYTE created an engaging exhibition experience that received the COMPUTEX 2026 ECOBooth Sustainable Exhibition Certification, demonstrating how thoughtful design can support both visitor engagement and environmental responsibility.As GIGABYTE celebrates its 40th anniversary, ENTER INFINITY reflects both a milestone and a vision for the future, bringing together AI, gaming, design, and sustainability to shape the next generation of intelligent computing. For more information, please visit the official website.Photo – https://mma.prnewswire.com/media/2996556/Computex_Award_1920x1080.jpg

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ContentLens Appoints Hari Nair, Former CEO of Tips Music, as Pro Bono Strategic Advisor

Industry veteran brings three decades of music, digital media, and content monetisation experience to India’s leading AI-powered IP protection platform — backing the company on conviction, not a fee.MUMBAI, India, June 11, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — ContentLens, an AI-powered content intelligence platform pioneering proprietary solutions in music IP protection, celebrity likeness detection, content provenance, and deepfake identification, today announced the appointment of Hari Nair as Pro Bono Strategic Advisor.

Nair brings over three decades of leadership in the Indian and global media and entertainment industry, having held senior roles at Tips Music Limited, Sony Music India, PPL India, and TikTok — where he led the global launch of TikTok Music (known as Resso). Most recently, he served as CEO of Tips Music Limited, one of India’s most valued music labels, where he spearheaded global partnerships with TikTok, Sony Music Publishing, and Warner Music Group, built a data-driven, high-performance culture, and delivered sustained shareholder returns. Upon his departure, the music industry legend Kumar Taurani, Chairman and MD of Tips Music, credited Hari for ‘driving revenues and achieving targets as committed to shareholders’ and described him as ‘a passionate, revenue and data-driven leader’.In an industry where advisory roles routinely carry equity or paid arrangements, Nair’s decision to join pro bono is a deliberate signal of conviction. As a former client of ContentLens, he has first-hand experience of the platform’s capabilities — and chose to back it based on that direct assessment of the technology.In his advisory capacity, Nair will provide strategic counsel on ContentLens’s go-to-market strategy across the Indian and global media & entertainment industry, support the company’s investor relations, and leverage his extensive network across leading music, media, and entertainment companies.ContentLens has already commercialised its technology with five large customers in the media and entertainment sector. The company has filed patents on its core fingerprinting, watermarking, and audio-visual content intelligence technologies, and is advancing toward its next phase of commercial growth.ROHAN SAHU, Founder & CEO, ContentLens:”When someone of Hari’s standing chooses to back ContentLens — not for a fee, but out of genuine belief in what we are building — it is among the strongest forms of validation a company at our stage can receive. His three decades of operating experience across every layer of the music and entertainment ecosystem, combined with his direct familiarity with our platform, gives us both strategic depth and credibility as we scale. We are deeply grateful for his trust and commitment.”HARI NAIR, Pro Bono Strategic Advisor, ContentLens:”I have spent my career building value across the music and entertainment ecosystem, and I can see clearly that the next frontier of that value lies in AI-driven content protection. ContentLens is solving a problem that every label, every artist, and every media company in the world already faces: IP infringement in an age where content can be replicated, repurposed, and monetised without consent. I have worked with this technology as a client and I know what it can do. I am joining because I genuinely believe this platform will matter — for record labels, musicians, artists, celebrities and every form of IP owner.”ABOUT CONTENTLENSContentLens is an AI-powered content intelligence company building proprietary technology across four verticals: music IP protection, celebrity likeness detection, content provenance, and deepfake identification. Headquartered in Bangalore, ContentLens works with leading content owners and media companies to detect, protect, and monetise original intellectual property. The company has filed patents on its core fingerprinting, watermarking, and audio-visual content intelligence technologies, and has already commercialised its products globally with five large customers in the media and entertainment sector.ABOUT HARI NAIRHari Nair is one of India’s most accomplished media and entertainment industry executives, with a distinguished career spanning music, digital media, and global content platforms. He has held leadership roles at Tips Music Limited, Sony Music India, PPL India, and TikTok, where he led the global launch of TikTok Music (Resso). As former CEO of Tips Music Limited, he led the company through a period of transformational growth and delivered exceptional shareholder returns. He is widely recognised for his dealmaking ability, performance-driven leadership, investor relationship management, and deep expertise in content monetisation.Photo: https://mma.prnewswire.com/media/2996838/CONTENTLENS_Hari_Image.jpgPhoto: https://mma.prnewswire.com/media/2996839/CONTENTLENS_Rohan_Image.jpg 

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