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UP Warriorz team up with Joy Personal Care in new multi-year deal
MUMBAI: The UP Warriorz have added a fresh layer of shine ahead of the new Women’s Premier League season, unveiling a multi-year partnership with Joy Personal Care. The Capri Sports-owned franchise announced the tie-up with the popular Indian skincare brand, signalling a collaboration built on confidence, wellbeing and everyday care.
Under the association, Joy Personal Care will support the squad with a range of products and wellness touchpoints aimed at enhancing comfort both on and off the field. The partnership will also branch into fan engagement and community initiatives that celebrate self-care and positive daily routines.
UP Warriorz COO Kshemal Waingankar, said the partnership was a natural fit. “Joy Personal Care’s focus on quality and inclusivity aligns strongly with our values. We are grateful for their support and look forward to watching this collaboration grow.”
Joy Personal Care sees the association as both a strategic and cultural investment. RSH Global co-founder and chairman Sunil Agarwal, said the brand has long championed women who push boundaries. “This partnership strengthens our presence in the northern region and deepens our consumer connect. It reinforces our mission and energises our support for women’s sport in India.”
CMO Poulomi Roy highlighted the moment as a turning point for women’s cricket. “The recent World Cup win reminded us that excellence has no gender. Partnering with the Warriorz at a time when women’s sport is reshaping cultural narratives feels timely and powerful. We believe in confidence and inclusivity, and this association reflects that.”
As associate sponsor, Joy Personal Care will appear on team jerseys and merchandise throughout the season. The brand will also collaborate with players, fans and local communities through campaigns and product experiences designed to make everyday skincare simple, accessible and joyful.
With this partnership, the Warriorz gain more than a sponsor. They gain a cheerleader for confidence, care and the growing power of women’s sport.
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.
