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RCB turns over a green leaf against Rajasthan Royals in eco-powered Sunday showdown
MUMBAI: In a game that usually thrives on red-hot intensity, Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) are cooling it down with a splash of green. When they clash with Rajasthan Royals on Sunday, 13 April, at Sawai Mansingh Stadium, Jaipur, RCB will don their now-iconic green jerseys — not just for style points, but as a bold statement in favour of sustainability.
Made entirely from recycled fabric, these jerseys aren’t just sweat-wicking—they’re conscience-tapping. It’s not a fashion choice, it’s a climate call-to-action.
“Our green jerseys are more than just a symbol; they are a call to action… sustainability is a natural priority for us,” said RCB COO Rajesh Menon underscoring the team’s mission to leverage sport as a platform for environmental change.
As a carbon neutral T20 franchise, the team tracks its emissions across operations through rigorous carbon audits. This includes calculating emissions from diesel generators, fan travel, team accommodations, and even stadium waste.
The result?
A franchise with a data-backed roadmap to go carbon positive.
To offset emissions, RCB has rolled out a host of initiatives: solar-powered lighting, wind energy, waste segregation, and a focused shift away from conventional power sources.
And it’s not just about kilowatts and compost bins. The team has invested in green schools, lake rejuvenation projects, and encourages fans to take a pledge to conserve energy, transforming supporters into sustainability soldiers.
So when RCB steps out in green this weekend, they won’t just be chasing a win. They’ll be chasing a legacy.
And who knows?
Maybe the scoreboard isn’t the only thing worth watching.
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.
