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PVR INOX brings ICC Cricket World Cup live on big screens
Mumbai: With the much-awaited quadrennial event, ICC Men’s Cricket World Cup India 2023 underway, India’s largest cinema chain, PVR INOX, has announced that it will offer an unparalleled stadium-like experience for the cricket fans of India with the screening of LIVE matches of the on its giant cinema screens. The 13 editions of the Cricket World Cup, hosted solely by India, got underway on the 5th of October 2023, with the Finals scheduled on the 19 November 2023.
PVR INOX is the sole multiplex operator in the country that will be screening the live matches of the ICC Cricket World Cup. All nine of India’s league matches, and the knock-out games, semi-finals, and finals, will be showcased in select theatres of PVR INOX across more than 40 cities, including Mumbai, Delhi NCR, Kolkata, Ahmedabad, Pune, Jaipur, Indore, Vadodara, Surat, Guwahati, Goa, Nagpur, Lucknow, Chandigarh and Trivandrum.
PVR-INOX Ltd co-CEO Gautam Dutta said, ” For Indians, cricket is a religion, and the World Cup is a grand festival where everyone comes together to celebrate. The excitement of the World Cup, the feeling of cheering your favourite team with hundreds of like-minded fans, and the state-of-the-art out-of-home stadium-like cinematic settings; this exciting combination is all set to take the thrill of the World Cup to newer heights, and we are proud to curate this for our fans. We look forward to hosting thousands of cricket enthusiasts across 40 cities of India who will share their feelings and support Team India. Our large screens across the country will capture the excitement surrounding Team India’s matches and the hysteria of the Cricket World Cup returning to India after 12 years. We have been innovating with our content offerings, and the screening of World Cup matches is a significant milestone in this endeavour. This initiative is dedicated to our beloved patrons, and we are confident they will come to our multiplexes to experience the thrill of the sport.”
PVR INOX’s latest initiative to showcase live matches is an excellent opportunity for cricket enthusiasts to relish the electrifying stadium vibes in a lively and entertaining ambience. The multiplex’s plush, comfortable settings will elevate the cricket-watching experience to the next level, with like-minded fans cheering for their favourite teams together, amidst much fanfare. Fans can also indulge in PVR INOX’s delectable food combos and gourmet options while enjoying their favourite matches in the comfort of the cinema hall.
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.
