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Travelxp to beam on Sri Lanka’s Dialog Television DTH
MUMBAI: Travelxp channel is all set to beam in Sri Lanka from 17 July to subscribers of Dialog Television direct-to-home (DTH) platform. The entry into the Sri Lankan market is a very important step for travelxp as it expands its reach in the Indian sub continent and is in line with its aspirations to broadcast in markets globally.
The alliance between Dialog Television and travelxp gives Sri Lankan consumers a close look at some of the travel content filmed in more than 100 destinations across the world.
Travelxp CEO Prashant Chothani said, “Sri Lanka with its 20 million population, a booming economy and vivid cultural ethos and a stable government is an important part of the Indian sub continent. travelxp will bring consumers in Sri Lanka in close contact with cultures and lifestyle across the globe via its programming. travelxp also plans to expand its programming content from Sri Lanka and will soon commence filming at some of the most beautiful locations in Sri Lanka, allowing its consumers worldwide as well as in Sri Lanka a ringside view at the vivid culture and the lifestyle of Srilanka and hopes to bring about the projection of Sri Lanka as an exotic destination for travelers across the world.”
Dialog Television business head Chirantha De Zoysa added, “travelxp will bring the world to our viewers, showcasing different cultures, lifestyles, places to visit in a unique and engaging style. We are privileged to welcome and present the channel to Sri Lanka, and we also look forward to opportunities to promote Sri Lanka to global travelers via travelxp making this a truly progressive and effective partnership.”
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.
