Page-12 of Awards, Honours & Persons in News

President Droupadi Murmu Conferred “Companion of the Order of Fiji”

August 7, 2024

Indian President Droupadi Murmu’s recent two-day state visit to Fiji marks a significant step in strengthening diplomatic relations between India and Fiji. This event is a key moment in building stronger partnerships between the two countries. Ceremonial Reception When President ..

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KIIT University Granted UN ECOSOC Special Consultative Status

August 2, 2024

KIIT Deemed to be University (KIIT DU) has received a special honor from the United Nations Economic and Social Council (UN ECOSOC). This recognition, given on July 23, 2024, in New York, puts KIIT DU in a special group of ..

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Who is Preeti Sudan, the New Chairperson of UPSC?

August 1, 2024

On August 1, 2024, Preeti Sudan will start her role as the Chairperson of the Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) in India. She is taking over from Manoj Soni, who resigned for personal reasons. Preeti Sudan will hold this position ..

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Dr. Jitendra Singh Receives Lifetime Achievement Award in Diabetology

July 31, 2024

During a ceremony honoring notable figures in the medical field, Union Minister Dr. Jitendra Singh received the “Lifetime Achievement Award” for his significant contributions to diabetology, diabetes care, and research. The event attracted medical professionals from across India and around ..

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Rajbhasha Gaurav Samman 2023-24 Award

July 27, 2024

Public Sector Undertakings (PSUs) in Visakhapatnam were recently praised by the Town Official Language Implementation Committee (TOLIC) for their work to promote Hindi. The “Rajbhasha Gaurav Samman” awards for 2023–24 were given out at an event put on by NTPC. ..

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Shah Rukh Khan Honored With Gold Coins At Grevin Museum

July 25, 2024

In honor of Bollywood star Shah Rukh Khan, the Grevin Museum in Paris has ordered personalized gold coins with his picture on them. This recognition makes him the first Bollywood actor to receive such an honour at the museum. Overview ..

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Nita Ambani re-elected as International Olympic Committee member

July 25, 2024

Nita Ambani has been re-elected unanimously to the International Olympic Committee (IOC) for a second term, just days before the Paris Olympics. This news shows how important she is to supporting sports in India and strengthens India’s growing presence on ..

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Abhinav Bindra Awarded Olympic Order in Paris Ceremony

July 24, 2024

On 10 August, during the 142nd IOC Session in Paris, Abhinav Bindra, the iconic Indian shooter and first individual Olympic gold medalist from India, will be awarded the Olympic Order for his significant contributions to the Olympic Movement. This ceremony ..

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