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Ecolink fans the flames of IPL 2025 with Punjab Kings partnership
MUMBAI: With IPL 2025 ready to bowl over fans, lighting brand Ecolink has swung into action by striking a breezy new partnership with Punjab Kings. The brand, known for its efficient lighting solutions and now an emerging player in the fan segment, has been named the official partner of the Kings for the season.
Announced on 25 March 2025, this electrifying tie-up puts Ecolink’s name on the back of the Punjab Kings’ headgear – caps and helmets alike – and across team promotions, digital activations and matchday madness. Think: head-turning branding, literally.
The collaboration aligns perfectly with the onset of India’s scorching summer and Ecolink’s timely fan product launches. The brand wants to breeze into millions of homes while the Kings try to blow away their opponents on the pitch. It’s synergy with spin, swing, and smart branding.
“Cricket is more than a sport in India; it’s a unifying force. We are thrilled to partner with Punjab Kings and connect with millions of passionate fans. This collaboration provides Ecolink with a powerful platform to strengthen our presence in the Indian market. We look forward to supporting the team and creating unforgettable experiences for fans, both on and off the field. Through this partnership, we aim to enrich homes and the cricketing world, demonstrating our shared commitment to excellence,” said Signify greater India – head of marketing, strategy, govt. affairs & CSR, Nikhil Gupta.
Punjab Kings CEO Satish Menon shared in the excitement, “We are delighted to welcome Ecolink as our official partner for IPL 2025. This partnership reflects our shared pursuit of excellence and innovation, both on and off the field. We are confident that this collaboration will add immense value to the Punjab Kings family, while enhancing the experience for our passionate fans.”
Ecolink, which operates in over 20 countries, has earned its stripes with durable, high-performance lighting products. Its aim? To be a trusted fixture in Indian homes. Punjab Kings, on the other hand, brings the heat with a retooled squad, now under the leadership of Shreyas Iyer and head coach Ricky Ponting. The team’s power-packed lineup includes Arshdeep Singh, Yuzvendra Chahal, Marcus Stoinis and Glenn Maxwell.
With two strong brands rallying around innovation and high performance, this partnership is more than just a logo on a cap—it’s a full-blown blitz of sport and strategy.
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.
