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NDTV Good Times launches two part travel series on Mauritius
MUMBAI: NDTV Good Times has launched a two part travel series called Bucket List- Mauritius, which will be hosted by foodies and travel enthusiasts Rocky and Mayur.
The show will discover the ultimate to-do list for some of the finest destinations in the world as the duo set out on a journey to hunt their hunger for travel. The two will take viewers on an action adventure packed trip around the Mauritian coastlines, exploring the culture and the wild side of Mauritius.
While Rocky discovers Mauritius from beneath the deep blue seas, Mayur explores it from high up in the sky. Immersed into tropical bliss, Rocky and Mayur unravel their experiences of flying over water, cruising into the sunset, indulging in Creole food, exploring the nightlife of Mauritius and a lot more, while keeping their famed idiosyncrasies intact.
In its two part series, audiences who love travelling to exotic places and learning about new cultures, will find itineraries that fit their speed and preference. They can sit back and relax in comfort of their homes and ensure their Bucket List has all the experiences that make it worthwhile.
NDTV Good Times channel head Arati Singh said, “We are always trying to engage our audiences with travel content that pushes the boundaries and with this show we are getting our favourite anchors to explore their own bucket lists.”
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.
