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Hero MotoCorp becomes title sponsor for Nidahas Trophy
MUMBAI: The T-20 tri-nation tournament Nidahas Trophy has found a title sponsor in Hero MotoCorp. With this, the brand has kept its long-term commitment to the promotion of sports.
Speaking about the association, Hero MotoCorp Chairman, MD and CEO Pawan Munjal said, “Cricket continues to be one of the most popular sports in Sri Lanka and we are glad to extend our association with Sri Lanka Cricket. Hero MotoCorp is a youthful brand and has been associated with a variety of sports for over two decades now. This partnership will further enhance Hero’s brand entrenchment in Sri Lanka, which is an important global market for us. I look forward to yet another successful and exciting tournament ahead and wish all the teams the very best of luck.”
DSport and Viacom18 will telecast the live feeds of the tournament. Both the players have got the India rights for the first time. The league is to be held in Sri Lanka from 6-18 March. The series is being organised to celebrate the country’s 70 years of independence.
Expressing excitement about the association, Sri Lanka Cricket Chief Operating Officer Jerome Lee Jayaratne said, “Hero as a brand has carved its niche and legacy in the market. We are extremely glad to have them as the title sponsor and look forward to an enriching affiliation for both stakeholders.”
The tournament will feature three strong teams from the sub-continent – India, Bangladesh and the host nation, Sri-Lanka. The Trophy will be played at the R Premadasa Stadium in Colombo and will be called Hero Nidahas Trophy 2018.
The New Delhi-headquartered Hero MotoCorp has been associated with cricket for over two decades in various capacities. The company was one of the global partners of the International Cricket Council (ICC). It is currently the title sponsor of the Hero Caribbean Premier League, the leading T20 cricket tournament in the Caribbean islands.
Hero MotoCorp was one of the main sponsors of the recent Sri Lanka tours of the Australian, Windies and England Cricket Teams. Sri Lanka is a key global market for Hero MotoCorp and the Company has been actively promoting sports in the country.
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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.
