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Star Sports signs Asia’s number one YouTuber CarryMinati for IPL 2024
Mumbai: As the countdown to IPL 2024 begins, Star Sports, India’s leading sports broadcaster, has collaborated with Asia’s number-one YouTuber and India’s foremost content creator, CarryMinati aka Ajey Nagar. The 24-year-old Delhi-based creator, who is widely loved for his satirical roasting videos and gaming content, has been signed as the new face of ‘Cheeky Singles’, Star Sports’ special weekly show that captures the fun side of the sport. With a long-term vision to transform sports broadcasting, the exceptional collaboration will marry CarryMinati’s authentic brand of sharp humour and strong youth connection with Star Sports’ vast cricket viewership, promising an unprecedented viewing experience. The first episode airs on 21 March, 9:30 pm, on the Star Sports Network.
Expressing enthusiasm about the collaboration, CarryMinati stated, “Cricket is a religion in India, and cricketers are worshipped. I got super excited when my business partner Deepak Char got me this opportunity to align creative forces with Star Sports for my first-ever cricket-led association. IPL is not just a cricket tournament; it’s a massive festival that brings the whole country and different nationalities together. I’m excited to add my twist to the show, making it more entertaining and engaging for the younger audiences and cricket fans alike.”
With the IPL as a backdrop, ‘Cheeky Singles’ will feature CarryMinati encapsulating the highlights from the week in his known style. His personality and character coming together with the world of cricket stirs intrigue in the minds of Indian audiences. The show is being written by Vishal Dayama, who has worked with CarryMinati on some of his previous YouTube sketches. The show which will air once a week on the Star Sports Network throughout the IPL 2024 season will also cover trending topics, satirical takes on moments from the week.
Watch the new edition of Cheeky Singles with CarryMinati, on 21 March, 9:30 pm onwards on the Star Sports Network.
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.
