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PUMA and LALIGA unveil new official ball for the upcoming matches of the 2023/24 season
Mumbai: Global sports brand PUMA and LALIGA present the Orbita Yellow Ball, a high-visibility ball designed specifically for LALIGA EA SPORTS and LALIGA HYPERMOTION matches played from 20 November 2023 to 27 April 2024.
PUMA has designed a powerful campaign to launch the ball, starring PUMA athletes Antoine Griezmann, Jan Oblak, Nabil Fekir and Memphis Depay. The Orbita Yellow Ball is a striking competition ball that brings people together through the unique bond created through football that inspires players all over the world.
The new official match ball has been designed to deliver exceptional performance on the pitch, even in low-visibility conditions. Every detail, from the surface texture to its advanced aerodynamics, has been meticulously engineered to ensure superior control, precision, and an unparalleled playing experience.
The Orbita Yellow Ball provides enhanced visibility with a vibrant color combo of dandelion yellow as the primary base and complimented by striking high-contrast colors for more dynamic and exciting play. Incorporating elements that capture the attention of players and fans alike, the ball’s design reflects the spirit of football.
The ball features a seamless, 12-panel sealed structure for more stable flight, true trajectories, and more accurate shots. Its 1.2 mm 3D textured PU surface delivers optimal grip, even in wet weather conditions, and has been designed to resist wear and tear for exceptional performance.
The Orbita Yellow Ball promises to elevate the game and the excitement on the field by offering LALIGA teams and players superior quality.
The official ball of LALIGA EA SPORTS 2023/24 and LALIGA HYPERMOTION 2023/24 is available from 20 November, at puma.com and select retailers worldwide.
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.
