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Doordarshan to acquire programmes for DD Kashir
NEW DELHI: Doordarshan has invited proposals from reputed Producers/ production houses for its 24×7 satellite channel DD Kashir under Fixed Budget Mode of Programmes Acquisition Category.
These will be for telecast in accordance with the “Guidelines for Acquisition of Programmes.”
Last date for submission of proposal -: 3 August 2017. The producers must indicate clearly whether the programme submitted is being offered on ‘Short Term Rights’ transfer basis. Number of episodes to be acquired in each category shall be the discretion of Doordarshan.
Language dub versions of programmes can be submitted. However Doordarshan will not make any additional payment for dubbing.
Applicants must clearly indicate the original language of the programme while submitting the proposal. Information regarding rights and previous telecast of the dubbed version must also be clearly stated.
Programmes may be submitted under following genre:
A full-length programme/ episode (in case programme has more than one episode) from the based on the scripts submitted shall be compulsory with the proposal. Submission of a pilot is mandatory to assess the quality, treatment.
The applications would be required to pay a non-refundable processing fee of Rs 10,000 for each of the proposal separately. The fee would be payable through bank draft in favour of DDO, Doordarshan, Kashir’ (payable at New Delhi).
The decision to acquire is part of Prasar Bharati’s special efforts in revamping programme content on its various channels. Prasar Bharati is in the process of launching a new channel for the north-east region of the country – Arun Prabha – and revamping the content on other channels including DD Kashir.
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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.
