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New York Strikers partner with Digital Giants for Abu Dhabi T10 2024
Mumbai: The defending champions, New York Strikers, have teamed up with top-tier digital and sports brands as they gear up to defend their crown at the 2024 Abu Dhabi T10. With cricket legends Kieron Pollard and Sunil Narine leading the charge, the Strikers have secured key sponsorships: NewCity.vip as principal title sponsor, IceCric.News as back presenting sponsor, and New York Strikers Sports Management as platinum sponsor.
These partnerships mark a major milestone in the team’s strategy to strengthen its global brand. By blending cricket, digital content, and gaming, the Strikers are positioning themselves for even greater fan engagement and success.
The partnership with IceCric.News enhances the team’s digital presence, offering fans around the world exclusive access to news, updates, and behind-the-scenes content. NewCity.vip’s sponsorship adds an exciting layer of fan interaction by merging the worlds of sports and gaming. Meanwhile, the backing from New York Strikers Sports Management ensures the team has the necessary resources for continued success, both on and off the field.
New York Strikers owner, Sagar Khanna emphasises the significance of these strategic partnerships: “These partnerships are integral to our mission of elevating the cricket experience and offering our fans a deeper, more interactive connection to the game. It’s about aligning with brands that share our ambition to push boundaries. We’re not just aiming for success on the field—we’re shaping the future of how cricket is experienced globally.”
New York Strikers CEO, Shazmeen Kara adds, “As a franchise, we’re always looking for ways to enhance the fan experience, and these partnerships do just that. This season is about combining the best of cricket, technology, and entertainment, and we can’t wait to see it all unfold.”
With a star-studded lineup that includes international heavyweights and emerging talents, the New York Strikers are set for an exhilarating 2024 Abu Dhabi T10. Supported by IceCric.News, NewCity.vip, and New York Strikers Sports Management, the team is focused on retaining its title and offering an unforgettable experience to fans worldwide.
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.
