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Grand Cross of the Legion of Honour

July 14, 2023

Prime Minister Narendra Modi has made history as the first Indian Prime Minister to receive the prestigious Grand Cross of the Legion of Honour, France’s highest civilian and military honor. French President Emmanuel Macron conferred this esteemed award upon Prime ..

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Michele Bullock

July 14, 2023

The Reserve Bank of Australia (RBA) has recently witnessed a significant change in leadership as Michele Bullock takes the helm as the first female head of the institution. This historic appointment has generated great interest and marks a significant milestone ..

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Rajindar Singh Dhatt Receives Points of Light Award

June 30, 2023

On a special occasion during the UK-India Week celebration, Rajindar Singh Dhatt, a veteran soldier, was presented with the prestigious Points of Light award by the Prime Minister of the United Kingdom, Rishi Sunak. Recognizing Dhatt’s Dedication   Rajindar Singh ..

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Gustav Klimt

June 30, 2023

Gustav Klimt, the renowned Austrian artist, has made history with the sale of his last portrait at an auction in London. Record-Breaking Price Gustav Klimt’s final masterpiece, titled “Dame mit Fächer” or “Lady with a Fan,” fetched an astounding price ..

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Michael Rosen

June 30, 2023

Michael Rosen, the renowned British children’s writer and performance poet, has been awarded the prestigious PEN Pinter Prize 2023. This accolade is granted to a writer from the UK, Ireland, and the Commonwealth whose work fearlessly exposes the truth about ..

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Magdalena Abakanowicz

June 21, 2023

Magdalena Abakanowicz, a renowned sculptor and artist, was born in Poland in 1930 during the tumultuous period of World War II. Her artistic journey and unique contributions to the art world have left an indelible mark.  Her 93rd birth anniversary ..

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Salman Rushdie Receives Prestigious German Peace Prize

June 20, 2023

Salman Rushdie, the renowned British-American author, has been awarded the prestigious German peace prize for his outstanding contributions. The Peace Prize of the German Book Trade jury recognized Rushdie as a passionate defender of freedom of thought and expression. This ..

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Acharya N. Gopi to Receive Prof. Kothapalli Jayashankar Award

June 20, 2023

Acharya N. Gopi, a renowned poet, literary critic, and recipient of the Sahitya Akademi Award, has been selected as the recipient of the prestigious Prof. Kothapalli Jayashankar Award. The award, instituted by Bharat Jagruthi, a cultural organization affiliated with Bharat ..

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