News Headline
Listed media show marginal dip as sensex crosses 4,000 points
MUMBAI: It was sheer euphoria as the 30-share Bombay Stock Exchange (BSE) sensitive index crossed the 4,000 points mark. The BSE sensex surged 203.92 points (as compared to 3,921.20 points as of 14 August last week) to settle at 4,125.12 points. The S&P CNX Nifty index gained 73.40 points to settle at 1,311.15 points as compared to 1,247.75 last week.
The listed television industry scrips registered marginal drops but were fairly stable when compared to their last week levels.
On the BSE, Zee Telefilms Ltd, the only media company on the 30-scrip BSE sensex, opened the day (22 August) at Rs 116.30; fell by 0.26 per cent; and closed at Rs 116 as compared to Rs 117.70 on 14 August 2003. The volume of shares traded was around 1.69 million shares.
On the NSE, the scrip opened at Rs 117.40; fell by 0.13 per cent; and closed at Rs 115.95 as compared to Rs 117.65 on 14 August 2003). The Zee Telefilms counter registered a volume of around 3.02 million shares.
Balaji Telefilms opened the day (22 August) at Rs 68.20; dropped 1.61 per cent and was last traded at Rs 67.10 as compared to Rs 72 on 14 August. The volume of shares traded on the BSE was around 89,459 shares.
On the NSE, the scrip opened at Rs 69.40; dropped 1.69 per cent and ended the day at Rs 67.05 as compared to Rs 71.95 on 14 August 2003. The counter registered a volume of around 327,186 shares.
Television Eighteen India opened the day (22 August) at Rs 111.25; rose 2.79 per cent and was last traded at Rs 114.35 as compared to Rs 114.95 on 14 August. The volume of shares traded on the BSE was around 109,669 shares.
On the NSE, the scrip opened at Rs 111; gained 2.56 per cent and closed at Rs 114.10 as compared to Rs 115.25 on 14 August 2003. The counter registered a volume of around 212,720 shares.
Sri Adhikari Brothers (SABTNL) opened the day (22 August) at Rs 65.70 and ended at the same price as compared to Rs 67.05 on 14 August. The volume of shares traded on the BSE was around 39,153 shares. On the NSE, the scrip opened at Rs 66; dropped 0.91 per cent and closed at Rs 65.30 as compared to Rs 66.65 on 14 August 2003. The counter registered a volume of around 45,266 shares.
Creative Eye opened the day (22 August) at Rs 14.45; dropped 0.35 per cent and was last traded at Rs 14.40 as compared to Rs 14.79 on 14 August. On the NSE, the scrip opened at Rs 13.90; rose 0.35 per cent and closed at Rs 14.50 as compared to Rs 14.60 on 14 August 2003.
Cinevistaas opened the day (22 August) at Rs 29.65; dropped 3.88 per cent and closed at Rs 28.50 as compared to Rs 28.25 on 14 August. On the NSE, the scrip opened at Rs 29.50; dropped 0.51 per cent and closed at Rs 29.05 as compared to Rs 28.95 on 14 August 2003.
ETC Networks opened the day (22 August) at Rs 48.55; dropped 1.65 per cent and closed at Rs 47.75 as compared to Rs 52.75 on 14 August. On the NSE, the scrip opened at Rs 49; dropped 2.55 per cent and closed at Rs 47.70 as compared to Rs 52 on 14 August 2003.
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.
