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Star Sports’ AI innovations expand international commentators’ reach in Tata IPL 2024
Mumbai: Star Sports, the official broadcaster of TATA IPL 2024, gears up to redefine how fans experience the marquee tournament with a host of state-of-the-art technological innovations. Leading the charge is the introduction of AI-driven enhancements, including an innovative translation feature that allows international commentators to speak Hindi, in their original voice, connecting with a wider audience during the thrilling season of TATA IPL 2024.
While the Hindi-speaking audiences would have ardently watched Steve Smith talking in English, they can now watch the four-time ICC title winner share insights and opinions in Hindi. From the very onset of the IPL 2024 season, Hindi-speaking fans can witness all their favourite international cricketers like Matthew Hayden, Stuart Broad, Kevin Peterson, Brian Lara, and many more directly engage with them on television in Hindi through surround shows.
Speaking on the tech initiative, Steve Smith, Star Sports commentator for IPL 2024, said, “Namaste India! Being a part of the StarCast with such a stellar line-up of commentators has been a thrill for me. More importantly, my family, friends, and fans around the world got very excited after the hologram clip went viral last year. This season I’m part of another breakthrough technology where you’ll hear my IPL insights in Hindi. I’ve received some great feedback from fans, and I’m excited to connect with millions of viewers through the Star Sports Hindi feed.”
Recent recipient of achieving the eight position in the prestigious STA Sports Technology Power List 2023, ahead of Formula 1, Apple, Google, the broadcaster is geared up to enhance the viewing experience of audiences by launching and adopting newer and enhanced technologies. Star Sports is rolling out Dolby Vision, a world first in cricket production, for fans across India to experience every moment with incredible detail. Additionally, one will get to experience the use of Shor Meter, which help in measuring audience’s excitement through their decibel level.
Come IPL 2024, the broadcaster is set to radically shake up the live sports broadcast experience for fans across India.
NEW DELHI: Hamdard Laboratories gathered a cross-section of India’s achievers in New Delhi on Friday, handing out the Hakeem Abdul Hameed Excellence Awards to figures who have left their mark across healthcare, education, sport, public service and the arts.
The ceremony, attended by minister of state for defence Sanjay Seth and senior officials from the ministry of Ayush, celebrated individuals whose work blends professional success with a sense of public purpose. It was as much a roll call of achievement as it was a reminder that influence is not measured only in profits or podiums, but in people reached and lives improved.
Among the headline awardees was Alakh Pandey, founder and chief executive of PhysicsWallah, recognised for turning affordable digital learning into a mass movement. On the sporting front, Arjuna Awardee and kabaddi player Sakshi Puniya was honoured for her contribution to the game and for pushing women’s participation onto bigger stages.
The cultural spotlight fell on veteran lyricist and poet Santosh Anand, whose songs have echoed across generations of Hindi cinema. At 97, Anand accepted the honour with characteristic humility, reflecting on a life shaped by perseverance and hope.
Healthcare honours spanned both modern and traditional systems. Manoj N. Nesari was recognised for strengthening Ayurveda’s place in national and global health frameworks. Padma shri Mohammed Abdul Waheed was honoured for his research-backed work in Unani medicine, while padma shri Mohsin Wali received recognition for his long-standing contribution to patient-centred care.
Education and social development also featured prominently. Padma shri Zahir Ishaq Kazi was honoured for decades of work in education, while former Meghalaya superintendent of Police T. C. Chacko was recognised for public service. Goonj founder Anshu Gupta received an award for his dignity-centred rural development initiatives, and the Hunar Shakti Foundation was honoured for empowering women and young girls through skill development.
The Lifetime Achievement Award went to former IAS officer Shailaja Chandra for her long career in public healthcare and governance, particularly in the traditional systems under Ayush.
Speaking at the event, Hamdard chairman Abdul Majeed said the awards were a tribute to those who combine excellence with empathy. “These awardees reflect Hakeem Sahib’s belief that healthcare, education and public service must ultimately serve humanity,” he said.
Minister Seth struck a forward-looking note, saying India’s young population gives the country a unique opportunity to become a global destination for learning, health and wellness by 2047.
The ceremony also featured the trailer launch of Unani Ki Kahaani, an upcoming documentary starring actor Jim Sarbh, set to premiere on Discovery on 11 February.
Instituted in memory of Unani scholar and educationist Hakeem Abdul Hameed, the awards have grown into a national platform that celebrates those building a more inclusive and resilient India. For one evening at least, the spotlight was not just on success, but on service with substance.
