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Kabaddi Champions League tickets go live on District by Zomato
GURUGRAM: The countdown to Haryana’s newest sporting spectacle has begun, and kabaddi fans now have a front-row invitation. Tickets for the inaugural season of the Kabaddi Champions League are officially live, with bookings available exclusively on District by Zomato.
Built on adrenaline, grit and crowd roar, kabaddi is a sport that comes alive when fans fill the stands. From the hush before a do-or-die raid to the thunderous cheer after a crunching tackle, live kabaddi thrives on shared energy. By partnering with District by Zomato, the league is making sure that getting from hype to the mat-side seat is quick, easy and stress-free.
Through the platform, fans can browse KCL fixtures, pick their matches and secure tickets in a few smooth clicks. The move is designed to appeal not just to die-hard kabaddi loyalists, but also to families and first-time spectators keen to soak in the drama of live action.
Set to begin on 25 January, the Kabaddi Champions League will bring together top teams from across Haryana, blending established stars with rising local talent in a high-octane professional format. Making tickets available on a familiar and widely used platform underlines the league’s ambition to offer a modern matchday experience while staying rooted in kabaddi’s grassroots soul.
Off the mat, operations are also being tightened up. AccredMaster will handle accreditation for media, officials and stakeholders, ensuring a streamlined and transparent process throughout the season and helping matches run smoothly.
With tickets now on sale, the Kabaddi Champions League is ready to throw open its doors to fans, media and the wider kabaddi community, promising a season packed with passion, pride and powerful performances.
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.
