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Star Plus and MSM channels gain in TAM TV ratings
MUMBAI: The week 50 of TAM TV ratings observed no change in the ranking order. Talking about the big win, Star Plus saw a significant rise in the viewership as it reported 660,929 GVTs, up from 642,101 GVTs. The channel’s chart topper Diya Aur Baati Hum gained a few numbers and registered 14,010 TVTs, up from 13,109 TVTs followed by Yeh Rishta Kya Kehlata Hai that spotted 9,149 TVTs, up from 8,400 TVTs at number two and Ye Hai Mohababtein at number three observed a drop as it scored 8,931 TVTs, down from 9,359 TVTs.
Sab was the second highest gainer this week with 287,585 GVTs, up from 281,028 GVTs. Despite a hike, it continued to be at the fifth position of the ratings chart. Family Antakshari observed a rise in the viewership as it registered 1,519 TVTs, up from 1,302 TVTs and Taarek Mehta.. continued to lead the chart with 7,603 TVTs, down from 8,380 TVTs.
Sony Entertainment Television (SET) too saw some numbers growing this week. It garnered 228,958 GVTs, up from 226,307 GVTs. Most of its offerings have seen a growth. Thus, CID topped the chart with 3,642 TVTs, up from 3,322 TVTs, Itna Karo Na Mujhe Pyaar noted 2,121 TVTs, up from 1,734 TVTs and Adaalat delivered 1,955 TVTs, up from 1,590 TVTs.
On the other hand, Colors, Zee TV and Life OK observed a drop in week 50. Thus, at number two Colors registered 449,580 GVTs, down from 475,969 GVTs. The channel’s oldest series – Balika Vadhu observed a drop as it scored 4,675 TVTs, down from 4,882 TVTs and Udaan tracked 6,308 TVTs, down from 6,396. The channel’s comedy series – Comedy Nights with Kapil recorded 6,172 TVTs, up from 5,956 TVTs.
Zee TV, which has been dislodged from its second position for a while now, dropped to 397,607 GVTs, down from 418,920 GVTs. Kumkum Bhagya tops the chart with 6,750 TVTs, down from 7,701 TVTs followed by Jodha Akbar with 6,316 TVTs, down from 6,915 TVTs and at number three stood Jamai Raja that reported 6,274 TVTs, down from 6,427 TVTs.
Life OK, at number four, witnessed 289,099 GVTs a drop from last week’s 296,175 GVTs. Comedy Classes topped the chart with 2,449 TVTs, down from 2,527 TVTs and Savdhan India scored 2,242 TVTs, down from 2,393 TVTs.
Big Magic dropped to 59,972 GVTs from 60,843 GVTs; Sony Pal witnessed 31,024 GVTs down from 32,834 GVTs. Zindagi gained and noted 32,917 GVTs, up from 30,630 GVTs. Epic too continued its upward trend as it gained 5,684 GVTs up from 3,693 GVTs.
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.
