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93.5 Red FM increases prog. frequency due to public demand
MUMBAI: Known as the voice of the Indian radio Ameen Sayani will now be heard more on 93.5 Red FM as his show Sangeet Ke Sitaron Ki Mehfil will now be four times a week – from Sunday to Wednesday at 9:00 pm.
The increased frequency of this programme is due to an over whelming public demand.
Sayani’s charisma will now continue to enthrall 93.5 Red FM listeners across Delhi, Mumbai and Kolkata with interviews, contemporary views, choicest songs and a voice that is the cynosure of every household across the country. His signature style has been instrumental in making Sangeet Ke Sitaron Ki Mehfil the No.1 programme during weekends on all FM radio stations as per a survey conducted by Development and Research Services (DRS) in June 2003.
Speaking on Sangeet Ke Sitaron Ki Mehfil Sayani said, “This programme reflects some of the nicest work I’ve done. I’m delighted that the show has received positive feedback from RED FM listeners across all age groups.”
93.5 Red FM is delighted with the response to Sangeet Ke Sitaron Ki Mehfil. Talking about the increased exposure of Sayani, 93.5 Red FM COO Nishchint Chawla said, “We’ve always believed Ameen Sayani is the No.1 RJ and should be on the No.1 station.”
Sayani has won numerous awards for his contribution to Indian media, including the Golden Abby Award for Outstanding Radio Campaign of the Century (Binaca/Cibaca Geetmala) in 2000 and the prestigious ISA Gold Medal for Contribution to Advertising in 1991.
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.
