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Sling Mobility roped in as an official partner for Lanka Premier League 2023
Mumbai: Sling Mobility, Sri Lanka’s fastest-growing EV two-wheeler, on Tuesday, was roped in as an official partner for the forthcoming Lanka Premier League (LPL) 2023. The league which is in its fourth year is all set to witness a galaxy of global cricket stars fighting for the coveted title.
Announcing the deal Anil Mohan, Chief Executive Officer of IPG, the rights owner to Lanka Premier League, expressed happiness at the collaboration as it gives more sustainability to this power-packed tournament.
Sling Mobility chief executive officer Love Yadav, commented, “Cricket is more than a sport in the South Asian region and has a passionate following. It was about time that a young brand like Sling Mobility launches itself with cricket and a league that is fast gaining prominence across the region and is the pride of Sri Lanka”.
This exciting partnership between Sling Mobility and the Lanka Premier League promises to add an extra layer of excitement to the tournament and contribute to the growth and popularity of cricket on the global stage.
“The partnership with Sling Mobility only shows how the tournament is getting bigger with every edition of LPL. The association will go beyond financial gain and in the cause of promoting cricket in the Island country,” said Anil Mohan.
The tournament comprises 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.
LPL will commence on July 30, while the finals will take place on 20 August 2023. The tournament is expected to reach more than 200 million viewers across the globe through the Star Sports network.
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.
