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NDTV Prime launches ‘The Real Deal’ acknowledging social entrepreneurship
MUMBAI: NDTV Prime, the country’s first dual channel from the NDTV group’s umbrella, has launched a reality show to celebrate social entrepreneurship and impact investor. The 10 episodic reality game formatted show titled The Real Deal is slated to begin from 25 March 2016 at 9 pm time band.
Contemplated with the help of Shikha Uberoi, The Real Deal is conceptualized as the world’s first impact investing TV show and 360 degree property on social entrepreneurship. The show will find, feature and fund India’s best profit social entrepreneurs by bringing them face to face with potential impact investors.
The investors roped in and present at the announcement were Artha Initiative co-founder Audrey Selian, Jungle Ventures managing partner Jayesh Parekh, Asha Impact founder Vikram Gandhi, Indian School of Design and Innovation founder and director Radha Kapoor and Clove Dental CEO Amar Singh.
Announcing the show, NDTV Prime head channel strategy and brand Shruti Verma Singh said, “In the age of start-ups NDTV Prime is making an effort to promote entrepreneurship with a difference, that impact society at large. We are proud to facilitate and provide a common ground for entrepreneurs and impact investors. The show is the first of its kind and we are confident that our viewers will appreciate the effort when the show airs end of March.”
Targeting everyone who has a social side up for giving something back to the nation, the show will initially be available on NDTV Prime and eventually be distributed amongst the other ventures under the NDTV conglomerate depending on the show’s success.
The Hans Foundation CEO Lt General S M Mehta added, “There are astonishing success stories of the impact-ful work done by people across the country. Recognition like these will encourage more people to take up projects in the interest of the community. The Hans Foundation is always open to financing small grassroots organizations that operate directly in the communities that they serve.”
“I am happy that my sister is part of such a great campaign. Social Entrepreneurship is the need of the hour and our country has tremendous potential, tremendous talent and it needs a platform. I am an affluent guy, I reach out and do lot of social work to people in need. I am a proud brother and am happy that my sister is part of the The Real Deal,” asserted actor and brother of Shikha Uberoi, Vivek Oberoi.
With the first episode under execution, Colors CEO Raj Nayak said, “The presentation of the 12 young entrepreneurs in 30 secs each was completely awesome. The initiative by NDTV Prime is very commendable.”
The channel has roped in music director Anu Malik who added, “I am excited to be part of this wonderful campaign by NDTV Prime. I am happy that the young entrepreneurs are keeping Hygiene as their main goal.”
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.
