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Skyfair.news becomes title sponsor for Lanka Premier League 2023
Mumbai: The Lanka Premier League (LPL) 2023 has roped in skyfair.news as the title sponsor for its fourth edition which commences at the R Premadasa Cricket Stadium in Colombo on 30 July 2023. The T20 franchisee-based league will now be named skyfair.news Lanka Premier League.
skyfair.news, based out of India, is a one-stop destination for all kinds of sports coverages. An in-depth news analysis of multiple cricket leagues including insightful analysis, expert opinions, and match highlights is featured on the website to help the readers gain a deeper understanding of the games and players.
“I am excited about this wonderful journey and celebrating the cricketing spirit of Sri Lanka. Together, we aim to achieve great things especially bringing to the fore the excitement of the game and creating unforgettable moments for the fans. With SkyFair strong readership and LPL’s strong growth opportunities coming together, there are no limits to what we can achieve!” commented SkyFair managing director Ian Michael Viner.
As part of the title sponsorship deliverables, the naming rights, visibility of the logo on the centre of the jersey and player-exclusive interviews will be given to skyfair.news during the ongoing edition of the league.
“We are proud to have skyfair.news as the title sponsor for LPL 2023. While we provide live action, skyfair.news will ensure the fans get to witness an in-depth analysis of every game played during the tournament. This collaboration will only help in the promotion of sports, cricket in particular, not only in Sri Lanka but also India and other parts of the sub-continent region,” commented IPG Group founder and CEO Anil Mohan Sankhdhar —the official rights holder of LPL.
skyfair.news also has an extensive content bouquet on WWE, Tennis, Football and sports videos that are featured on the website too for sports enthusiasts to consume news
LPL, which is in its fourth edition, has seen a fair share of its success as it has become a hot property around the globe. With a galaxy of stars, along with domestic talent, LPL 2023 has managed to attract the attention of fans from around the world.
The tournament comprises six teams including Colombo Strikers, Dambulla Aura, Galle Titans, Jaffna Kings and B-Love Kandy, each representing different regions from the Island. Each team will compete in a series of matches to be held in Kandy and Colombo.
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.
