This World Cup season, Future Generali India Insurance celebrates the Legendary Game Changing Moments of Cricket through its annual report
- Penned by the renowned sports journalist Ayaz Memon, the book brings alive diverse and epic ‘Game Changing Moments’ since India’s first test match to the recently concluded Women’s Premier League
- The annual report was launched by Anil Kumble in Mumbai
- A collectible especially designed for cricket fans and connoisseurs, the report will be available across all leading national bookstores and airport chains and online on Amazon.
Mumbai; October 18, 2023: In line with its continued thrust on ‘Innovation’, Future Generali India Insurance Company (FGII) launched its Annual Report for FY 2022-23 in a never-seen-before avatar. This innovative report comes in the form of a book and is one of India’s most comprehensive cricketing memoir-cum-annual report. The intriguing annual report consists of a specially curated collector’s item – a section on Game Changing Moments – penned by the eminent sports journalist, Ayaz Memon.
The book encapsulates the vibrant journey of Indian cricket since 1932 – showcasing a remarkable voyage through 18 pivotal Game Changing Moments that have reshaped Indian cricket’s narrative and left an indelible mark on the nation’s collective consciousness. The report is, further, enriched by exclusive interviews by Mr. Memon with four legendary cricketers across different eras – Mohinder Amarnath, Anil Kumble, VVS Laxman and Mithali Raj.
The memoir-cum-annual report was launched by ace cricketer, Anil Kumble, in the presence of the author of Game Changing Moments, Ayaz Memon and Anup Rau, MD&CEO, Future Generali India Insurance along with other dignitaries. Renowned host and actor, Mandira Bedi, anchored the ceremony, and Anil Kumble faced a few turners from her repertoire – reminiscing the long climb of Indian Cricket to its present glory and his experiences. At the event, Ayaz Memon narrated a book chapter, beautifully brought to life through a sand art presentation. To add an exciting twist to the proceedings, Anil Kumble took centre stage and performed an extraordinary act by bowling to Anup Rau, MD & CEO, FGII. The exhilarating climax occurred when Anil Kumble’s delivery to Anup Rau struck the LED screen, shattering it and revealing the long-awaited annual report.
Speaking at the launch, Anil Kumble, inarguably the greatest leg spinner of his era, said, “Being the nation’s most followed sport, cricket epitomises hope, joy, celebration, sometimes even gloom for this country of a billion plus. But one thing remains constant across the spectrum of emotions – is the inspiration. Be it a valiant loss or a gallant victory, Cricket represents the spirit of “efforts over results” – much like insurance. I would like to congratulate Ayaz, Anup and Team FGII for their efforts in realising this audacious project.”
The launch of this innovative book comes at an opportune moment, given the Men’s Cricket World Cup is going on, as we speak. India’s hopes are pinned on our formidable team, and I would always wish them the best”, concluded Kumble.
Dedicated to a country of a billion plus cricketing connoisseurs, this unique book is available across leading national bookstores for in-store purchase and is also available online on Amazon.
Commenting on the initiative, Anup Rau, Managing Director and CEO, Future Generali India Insurance Company, said, “In the world of insurance and beyond, the true game changers are those who innovate with a purpose. We have transformed our annual report into a collectible cricketing memoir and are making it available for sale. Like in the previous years, the funds generated from the orders of these reports will go for a noble cause to our NGO partners. For us, it’s not just about statistics; it’s about the stories that inspire. This effort is our tribute to the spirit of cricket and the aspirations of a billion-plus fans. And as the Men’s Cricket World Cup unfolds, we wish our home team the very best.”
Future Generali India Insurance has a unique track record of preparing annual reports, as collectibles, which are offered for purchase to the connoisseurs. The proceeds from purchase of the report goes to Future Generali’s NGO partners. So far, the company has been able to touch 5,000+ lives through the orders received of their previous annual reports.
- In a career spanning 30 years, Prof Gopalan has held numerous faculty and administrative positions at IIT Mumbai.
New Delhi, 19th October 2023: Distinguished academician Prof Prakash Gopalan joins NIIT University (NU) as the new President. With a Ph.D. from Purdue University, US, and an M.Tech from IIT Kanpur, Prof Gopalan has been associated with IIT Mumbai for over 26 years. Prof Gopalan will work closely with faculty, staff, and the founders – Shri Rajendra Pawar and Shri Vijay Thadani – to shape NU’s vision and lead its educational and research missions.
The visionaries Shri Rajendra S Pawar and Shri Vijay Thadani collaborated with the foremost thought leaders of our country, to create a new model of higher education that is relevant to the industry requirements of the 21st century. Built on four core principles: strong links with industry, technology-based education, research-driven mindset, and seamless interface between various departments, NIIT University resonates with the National Education Policy (NEP) 2020.
In his illustrious career, Prof Prakash Gopalan has taught over 12 core courses at IIT Mumbai for over 26 years and received the Best Teacher Award in 2000. As the Dean of Student Affairs at IIT Mumbai from September 2005 to September 2011, he focused on enhancing student well-being and discipline, introducing innovative improvements to the student counseling and mentorship programs, and earned the unique distinction of being invited to serve a second term based on exceptional performance feedback from the IIT Mumbai student community.
Working along with Prof. Bart Kahr, Prof. Gopalan has solved the problem of crystallography that eluded solution for more than two centuries. This work has been cited highly in the chemical science literature. He has 71 publications in internationally referred journals and 29 papers in National and International conferences to his credit. Prof Gopalan has served as a Director at Thapar Institute of Engineering & Technology, Patiala. He has also held visiting positions at Purdue and Northwestern University.
Welcoming Prof Gopalan, Rajendra S Pawar, Founder, NIIT University said, “Prof Gopalan is a great fit for NU. We are delighted to welcome our new President to our university family. His vision, leadership, and commitment to academic excellence align perfectly with our mission to nurture the future leaders of tomorrow. We are excited to embark on this journey with him, knowing that under his guidance, our university will reach new heights of success and continue to be a beacon of knowledge and innovation. Together, we will empower generations to come and make a lasting impact on the world. Congratulations and here’s to a bright and promising future for our beloved university.”
Talking about his new role at NU, Prof Gopalan said, “I am deeply honored to assume the role of President at this prestigious university. I would like to express my profound gratitude to the entire university community for entrusting me with this responsibility. Together, we embark on a journey to foster academic excellence, innovation, and inclusivity. I am excited to collaborate with our exceptional faculty, staff, and students to create a brighter future. Thank you for this privilege, and I eagerly anticipate the remarkable work we will achieve together.”
NIIT University is well poised to meet the emerging needs of the knowledge economy through its focus on building strong industry linkages and a research-oriented approach. Apart from imparting a deep knowledge of technology, NU also ensures a great future by not only preparing students for new-age job roles but also helping them become job creators. With a focus on sustainability, NU works towards bringing students closer to nature and teaches them to give back to the environment.
To know more visit www.niituniversity.in
