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Biggestrivalry of cricket breaks all viewership records on Star Sports
Mumbai:The on-field action in the ongoing ICC Cricket World Cup 2019 backed by world class broadcast has contributed in massive growth in viewership in the tournament’s first three weeks.The tournament has seen 367 mn* viewers tuning into Star Network from across the country with television viewership delivering record 303 mn*average impressions for the first three weeks.
India vs Pakistan: Mauka streak continues
Touted by many as one of India’s most dominant victories against Pakistan, the game had the entire country hooked with a massive206 mn* (TV+OOH) fans tuning in to the Star network alone, versus 172 mn viewers who tuned in for the ICC Champions Trophy 2017 finale played between the two teams.India’s unbeaten ICC CWC record against Pakistan (7-0) remains intact as The Men in Blue outclassed Pakistan in all departments and got one step closer to the Top 4 of the table.
Bollywood and Cricket – A match made in heaven
As the entire nation poured in their wishes for team India ahead of their game against Pakistan, India’s very own Gullyboy – who’s love for sports is not a secret by any means, paid a visit to Old Trafford – the iconic venue for India’s game against Pakistan. Adding Bollywood tadka ahead of the India’s game against Pakistan, Ranveer Singh shot a special segment for Philips Hue Cricket Live, where he interacted with cricketing legends such as Sunil Gavaskar, Virender Sehwag, Harbhajan Singh, Brian Lara and Ramiz Raja, along with anchor presenter Jatin Sapru.
Three spots and seven contenders – Race for Top 4 finish heats up
More than half of the ICC CWC 2019 is over, and we are yet to find out the final four teams that will battle it out in the semi-finals of the showpiece event.New Zealand, Australia, India and England have a slender lead over the remaining teams in the points table at the moment and look set to advance in the knockout stage, but they have Pakistan and Bangladeshclose on their heels.
Mohd Amir’s fifer against Australia, Aaron Finch’s century in the same game, Malinga’s fiery spell against hosts England and Indian batsmen dominating the game with Rohit Sharma scoring his second century of the tournament, the ongoing ICC Cricket World Cup 2019 is witnessing a lot of #CricketKaCrown contenders.
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.
