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WION launches ‘Business Masters’ conversations with global industry leaders
Mumbai: WION, a global news channel, is set to launch its new show, “Business Masters,” starting 12 October, Saturday, at 4:30 PM IST and 11:00 AM GMT. This weekend’s special will feature global business leaders engaging in informal, in-depth conversations about their professional journeys, challenges, motivations, and success stories. With WION’s reach in over 190 countries, the show aims to reflect India’s rising industrial prowess to a global audience.
The show will cover key topics including the future of work, evolving leadership roles, the impact of technology on business transformation, the growing importance of diversity and inclusion, and balancing corporate profitability with social responsibility. Designed to provoke thought, inspire innovation, and offer actionable insights,
WION Business Masters will feature a stellar lineup of prominent business leaders, including Tata Motors CMO Shubhranshu Singh; Aditya Birla Sunlife AMC MD & CEO of A. Balasubramanian; Maruti Suzuki India member of the executive board Shashank Srivastava; SBI Mutual Fund deputy managing director & Jt. CEO D.P. Singh with more notable guests to follow. Each episode will explore both the business insights and personal journeys of these industry experts, providing a comprehensive view of what it takes to succeed in today’s fast-evolving global economy.
WION business head Pankaj Rai emphasized the importance of the show, stating: “Business Masters will bring viewers closer to the industry leaders shaping the future of business. The show not only highlights their professional expertise but also sheds light on the personal stories that define their leadership. It’s a chance for viewers to learn, be inspired, and connect with the values and ideas driving change in the business world.”
WION managing editor Rabin Sharma added “This is an engagement with the most respected names in the business landscape who share their unique skill sets and success strategies. Their thoughts on how one should channelise the change and challenges to be the leader.”
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.
