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Saudi Super Cup 2024: DCT Abu Dhabi ties up with Alike as an authorised ticketing partner
Mumbai: Alike, the leading social travel marketplace, has announced the availability of exclusive online match ticket packages for the highly anticipated Saudi Super Cup 2024.
The semi-finals and finals of the tournament are to be held in Abu Dhabi, UAE, from 8 to 11 April 2024, featuring top Saudi Pro League clubs Al Ittihad, Al Nassr, Al Hilal, and Al Wehda. This highly anticipated event is expected to be headlined by legendary players like Cristiano Ronaldo, Karim Benzema, Sadio Mane, Ruben Neves, Sergej Savic and Aymeric Laporte This exciting event presents a unique opportunity for football fans in the UAE and the wider region to witness world-class footballing action during the Eid holiday period.
Alike will be offering an exclusive selection of match tickets with included hotel stay in Abu Dhabi. Fans will be able to upgrade the hotel accommodations as per their choice. The sports packages will cater to diverse preferences, featuring five-star, four-star, and three-star hotels across the city.
Alike’s user-friendly online platform will enable guests to effortlessly select their preferred seating options within the stadium, ensuring the perfect vantage point to witness the action. In addition to the hotels pre-included in the ticket package, guests will be able to upgrade their hotel through a diverse range of accommodations across various budget categories, allowing them to find the preferred option that caters to their needs and preferences. Alike offers fast and secure digital access to booked match tickets and hotel booking confirmations, directly through the platform. This all-encompassing proposition enables football enthusiasts to finalise their entire tournament experience from the comfort of their homes, saving valuable time and ensuring a stress-free booking process.
“Unique experiences are way more central to our travel plans than ever before and seeing the top football stars during Saudi Super Cup 2024 is the perfect opportunity to pack our bags and be in Abu Dhabi this April,” said Alike co-founder Ashish Sidhra. “This prestigious tournament brings together world-class football and a chance to experience the vibrant city of Abu Dhabi during this Eid holiday period. Alike’s innovative platform will offer fans a convenient and secure way to book their preferred package and witness this unforgettable event with complete peace of mind.”
Ticket sales for the Saudi Super Cup 2024 will go live on Wednesday, 20 March 2024, exclusively through Alike’s online platform. The ticket packages are expected to sell out fast and fans are encouraged to book their tickets at the earliest to prevent disappointments.
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.
