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Net Gains (Jun 25, 99) |
Right since my childhood, I've been
a sucker for contests. Fill up this form, collect those soft-drink
crowns, buy-this-get-that-free, send in a slogan and win…
The bad news was that it was time-consuming, but the good news
was that I was not alone - there were thousands of others like
me. And cashing in on this craze are two Indian Internet sites
that cater to online audiences. First off the block, last year,
was Contest2Win, followed a few months ago by Hungama.
Both are built around a simple service - they tie up with different
brands and companies to have exclusive contests online, as well
as to put existing contests from the real world on their respective
sites. I've still to win anything from them… but you could
try your hand at the free goodies at both these sites.
The Channel [V] website has
a contest in association with Rayban which requires you to answer
some brain-dead questions and win great prizes (maybe even a walk-on
part in a Hollywood movie) if your slogan's good enough. The problem
- you'll have to act quick, since it closes today!
Also ending today, is the Discover
Hong Kong Quiz
- all you have to do is collect 5 clues (from
the site), enter the quiz and you could be the next winner of
a 3 day, 2 night Free and Easy Hong Kong travel package for two
including air travel and accommodation. Or consolation prizes
of watches. Do you feel lucky today?
Satyam Online
(the first private ISPs in India) is the online launch partner
for Microsoft Office 2000. So if you're looking for a chance to
win prizes from a car to computers and music systems (a total
of 2000 prizes) log onto the Microsoft Productivity Contest
and keep your fingers crossed.
To stay updated on contests for you
online, sign up with Contest Watch below. FREE is a hot four-lettered
word on the Internet!