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Mark Wilson is TV Games Network chairman
MUMBAI: Gemstar-TV Guide International has announced that Mark Wilson has been named chairman of its TVG Network. Wilson resigned from his earlier post in the organisation as president and CEO.
A company release states that Wilson will remain involved in the overall strategy and long-term planning for the network, while moving away from managing the daily operations of the business. The company will search for a new network president. Available in more than 12 million homes in America, the TVG Network claims to be the US’ premier horse racing network, combining live horse racing with in-home account wagering. In India horse racing action airs on Ten Sports.
Gemstar-TV Guide CEO Jeff Shell added, “As a founder of the TVG Network, Mark is a true entrepreneur. When I joined Gemstar-TV Guide, he graciously agreed to remain at the helm of TVG, while I focused on the significant issues facing Gemstar-TV Guide, and got up to speed on the TVG operation. Mark is now taking on a new role to pursue his other business interests.
“Mark’s leadership created TVG Network’s current success as the country’s premier horse racing channel, and positioned the TVG network incredibly well for future growth. I greatly appreciate the guidance and support he has provided in the past two years, and I am pleased that he has decided to stay on in the Chairman’s role so that we can continue to benefit from his knowledge and experience going forward.”
Wilson said, “Horse racing is my first love, and I have thoroughly enjoyed working with the wonderful TVG team to build this business. I look forward to staying involved with TVG, and helping to build on its current success. However I have always intended to move away from the day-to-day operations of the business, and am looking forward to focusing attention on business endeavours outside of the interactive horse racing television business.”
Gemstar-TV Guide International develops, licenses, markets and distributes technologies, products and services targeted at the television guidance and home entertainment needs of consumers worldwide. The Company’s businesses include: television media and publishing properties; interactive program guide services and products; and technology and intellectual property licensing.
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.
