Marking half a decade of serving the less-privileged, the Sachin Tendulkar Foundation (STF) held a small celebration in Mumbai on Wednesday.

The theme of the evening, ‘Shine Brighter Together’, shed light on the Foundation’s core idea of impacting lives, especially children, through sports, health and education.

Among those who attended the gala was Coldplay’s frontman Chris Martin.

‘Five years into this journey of making sports, health and education accessible, we reflect on how far we’ve come. It’s still early days, yet we’re proud of the progress made, made possible by an incredible set of partners who share our vision,’ Sachin Tendulkar wrote on the officlal STF page.

‘Thank you to all the well-wishers who joined us, including Chris Martin, for making this milestone special. Together, we aspire to scale greater heights and continue to #5hineBrighterTogether,’ he added.

Sara Tendulkar recently donned the mantle of Director at the Foundation.

The Indian Street Premier League (ISPL) Season 2 is set to transform Mumbai’s Dadoji Kondadev Stadium into an unprecedented celebration of sports and music from January 26th to February 15th, 2025. Following a thrilling auction that saw teams invest over ₹5.54 crores in emerging cricket talent, the tournament promises to be a groundbreaking fusion of tennis-ball cricket and world-class entertainment.

The tournament’s structure ensures daily entertainment, with matches featuring teams owned by celebrated figures like Amitabh Bachchan, Akshay Kumar, Ram Charan, Suriya, and the power couple Kareena Kapoor Khan & Saif Ali Khan. At the same time, artists like Palak Muchhal, Nikhita Gandhi, and Nakash Aziz keep their energy high with their performances.

This combination of sport and entertainment creates a festival atmosphere that promises to captivate audiences both in the stadium and at home.

Musical Megastars Every Evening

Opening Weekend Spectacular: ○ January 26: Jacqueline Fernandez kicks off the carnival

○ January 27: Melodious evening with Sonu Nigam

○ January 28: Hip-hop sensation Emiway Bantai

○ January 30: Pop diva Kanika Kapoor

○ January 31: Mika Singh’s energetic performance

○ February 1: Twin sensations Sukriti-Prakriti

○ February 2: Rito Riba’s mesmerizing act

February 3: Romantic hits with Jubin Nautiyal

○ February 4: Meet Bros’ chartbuster night

○ February 5: Soulful evening with Akhil Sachdeva

○ February 6: Palak Muchhal’s musical journey

○ February 7: Neeti Mohan’s versatile performance

○ February 8: Bhangra king Juggy D

○ February 9: Contemporary beats with Nikhita Gandhi

○ February 10: Special collaboration by Kailash Kher & Sachin-Jigar

● Playoff Performances:

○ February 12: Adnan Sami (Qualifier 1)

○ February 13: Nakash Aziz’s electric show

○ February 14: Valentine’s special with Mithoon Sharma (Qualifier 2)

Grand Finale Extravaganza:

○ February 15: Double impact with B Praak and DJ Chetas

This innovative format, broadcast live on Star Sports 1 (TV) and streamed on Disney+ Hotstar (OTT), represents a new chapter in sports entertainment. 

The Tata Mumbai Marathon 2025, one of India’s most iconic sporting events, took place today with a renewed focus on participant safety and well-being. Thousands of runners from across the globe gathered for the marathon, and this year, the event witnessed enhanced medical preparedness, with a specialized Quick Response Team stationed every 2 kilometers along the route.

The team, led by Dr. Aijaaz Ashai, President of the Sports Cell of the Indian Association of Physiotherapists (IAP), was tasked with providing immediate medical assistance to runners in need. Dr. Ashai, brought his extensive expertise to the role, ensuring a smooth and safe experience for participants.

The Quick Response Team, which included skilled physiotherapists and medical professionals, was established under the leadership of Dr. Sanjiv Jha, President of the IAP, and Dr. Ruchi Varshney, President of the Women Cell of the IAP. The team’s presence throughout the marathon route underscored the importance of professional care and readiness for any health concerns or emergencies that might arise.

Reflecting on his role, Dr. Ashai said:

“I am deeply honored to have had the opportunity to lead the Quick Response Team for the Tata Mumbai Marathon 2025. It was an incredible experience working alongside such a dedicated and skilled group of professionals to ensure the health and safety of every participant. Our team worked tirelessly to provide immediate assistance, and I am proud of the positive impact we made.”

Dr. Ashai’s leadership and expertise, combined with the support of his team, ensured a world-class medical experience for all runners. The safety measures were highly praised, contributing to a smooth and successful marathon day.