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President Droupadi Murmu Conferred Honorary Doctorate in Slovakia

President Droupadi Murmu Conferred Honorary Doctorate in Slovakia

President Droupadi Murmu was awarded an Honorary Doctorate by Constantine The Philosopher University in Nitra, Slovakia, on the final day of her four-day state visit to Slovakia and Portugal.The recognition celebrates her distinguished public service, advocacy for social justice, education, women’s empowerment, and cultural preservation.It highlights her efforts in promoting inclusive governance and her significant […]

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Rajesh Unni Honored With National Maritime Varuna Award

Rajesh Unni Honored With National Maritime Varuna Award

Rajesh Unni, founder of Synergy Marine Group, was honored with India’s highest maritime recognition, the National Maritime Varuna Award, during the 62nd National Maritime Day celebrations in Mumbai.The award, presented by the Directorate General of Shipping (DGS), acknowledges individuals for their extraordinary contributions to the maritime sector.Unni’s Synergy Marine Group has played a pivotal role

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PM Narendra Modi Conferred Sri Lanka’s Highest Civilian Honour – Mithra Vibhushana

PM Narendra Modi Conferred Sri Lanka’s Highest Civilian Honour – Mithra Vibhushana

On April 5, 2025, Prime Minister Narendra Modi was awarded Sri Lanka’s highest civilian honour, the Mithra Vibhushana, in recognition of his efforts to strengthen the historic ties between India and Sri Lanka. The award, conferred by President Anura Kumara Dissanayake in Colombo, includes a citation and a silver medal adorned with Sri Lankan gems.

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Dalai Lama

Dalai Lama Honored with Gold Mercury Award for Peace and Sustainability

The Dalai Lama was awarded the Gold Mercury Award for Peace and Sustainability on April 1, 2025, at his residence in Dharamshala, Himachal Pradesh. Presented by Gold Mercury International, a global think tank, the award recognizes his lifelong commitment to non-violence, human dignity, interfaith dialogue, and environmental conservation. This honor comes as the Dalai Lama

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Tata Sons Chairman N Chandrasekaran Conferred With France’s Highest Civilian Award

Tata Sons Chairman N Chandrasekaran Conferred With France’s Highest Civilian Award

N Chandrasekaran, Chairman of Tata Group, has been awarded the Chevalier de la Legion d’honneur, France’s highest civilian award, for his efforts to enhance the trade relations between India and France. Category Colonna, French Minister for Europe and Foreign Affairs, presented the award to Chandrasekaran from the President of France. At the beginning of this

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India won its first Oscar for 2023 for Netflix's 'The Elephant Whisperer'

India won its first Oscar for 2023 for Netflix’s ‘The Elephant Whisperer’

India winning its first Oscar in 2023 for Netflix’s ‘The Elephant Whisperer,’ directed by Kartiki Gonsalves and produced by Guneet Monga, in the Best Documentary Short Film category at the 95th Academy Awards. In her heartfelt speech, the director expressed gratitude to the Academy, thanked producer Guneet Monga, acknowledged her family, and dedicated this incredible

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Violinist R.K. Shriramkumar Honored with Sangita Kalanidhi Award

Violinist R.K. Shriramkumar Honored with Sangita Kalanidhi Award

Violinist R K Shriramkumar has received the esteemed Sangita Kalanidhi award from the Music Academy for 2025. Meanwhile, the talented Carnatic singer Shyamala Venkateswaran and the highly respected tavil artist Thanjavur R Govindarajan have been honored with the Sangita Kala Acharya award. Shriramkumar is a prominent name in the world of Carnatic music, hailing from

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