Al Khobar, Saudi Arabia: International host Sahill Zaheer was honoured with the Indo Arab Social Icon Award at an international gathering held in Al Khobar on February 7, where the Saudi Arabia Chapter of SIBEC – SYPA International Business & Entrepreneurs Chamber was officially launched.

SIBEC is a global business and economic collaboration platform that brings together entrepreneurs, investors and professionals to strengthen cross-border partnerships. The Saudi chapter launch was organised in association with Enerfac Solutions.

Enerfac Solutions, led by CEO Nazurudin Ahamed and Director Sivaprakash Umapathy along with its board members and team, describes itself as a company focused on ethical business practices and inclusive growth. The organisation has been supporting entrepreneurs, small and emerging businesses as part of its CSR initiatives, while encouraging partnerships and industry development. Company representatives said its approach centres on responsible business and ensuring that growth benefits the wider community.

Sahill Zaheer, who works as a host and event manager, has earlier been associated with Namma TV as a VJ and with Radio Mirchi 98.3 FM as an RJ. Over the years, he has hosted national and international shows, corporate events and award functions. He has shared stage space with singers such as Sonu Nigam, Udit Narayan and Shreya Ghoshal. He has also anchored events connected to cricket tournaments, including T10 and T20 formats and IPL-related programmes.

Recently, he hosted the Festival of Cricket – Women’s Edition in Al Khobar, described as the first women’s cricket celebration of its kind in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia.

The award was presented in recognition of his contributions as a host and his involvement in international events connecting Indian and Arab audiences.

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Amethi (UP) (PTI): The body of a 45-year-old man was found hanging from a tree in a field here on Wednesday, police said.

The deceased has been identified as Ram Shiromani Yadav, a resident of Parsawan village.

Family members took the body to the Community Health Centre (CHC) in Amethi before informing authorities.

Amethi Station House Officer Ravi Singh said the body has been sent for post-mortem examination and legal proceedings are underway.

"The exact cause of death will be ascertained after the postmortem report is received," he said.