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Eminent Hindi writer Vinod Kumar Shukla has been awarded the 59th Jnanpith Award, which is India’s highest literary honor. At the age of 88, he’s celebrated for his remarkable contributions to Hindi literature, showcasing a distinctive writing style that beautifully combines linguistic creativity with emotional depth. What’s more, he’s the first author from Chhattisgarh to […]

Renowned hydrologist Günter Blöschl has been awarded the 2025 Stockholm Water Prize for his innovative research in flood hydrology. The Prize Committee revealed this exciting news on March 20, 2025, acknowledging Blöschl’s significant contributions to understanding flood risks and managing water resources in the context of climate change. His studies have greatly enhanced global flood

Veteran Telugu cinema superstar Chiranjeevi has been awarded the Lifetime Achievement Award, celebrating his incredible contributions to Indian cinema, his cultural impact, and his dedication to public service. This honor was bestowed by the London-based think tank Bridge India during a prestigious event at the House of Commons in the UK Parliament. The ceremony, held

The Hockey India Annual Awards 2024 was an incredible event that celebrated the best of the best in Indian hockey. Taking place in New Delhi, this prestigious ceremony was especially significant as it marked both the centenary of Indian hockey and the 50th anniversary of India’s 1975 Men’s Hockey World Cup triumph. The night was

The International Indian Film Academy Awards (IIFA) 2025 was nothing short of spectacular, celebrating a remarkable 25 years of recognizing the best in Bollywood. Hosted in the beautiful city of Jaipur, Rajasthan, the event was a star-studded affair, with the biggest names in Indian cinema in attendance. Over two exciting days, March 8 and 9,

Prime Minister Narendra Modi has been honored with the ‘Honorary Order of Freedom of Barbados’, a prestigious award that acknowledges his strategic leadership and assistance during the COVID-19 pandemic. Union Minister of State for External Affairs Pabitra Margherita accepted the award on his behalf at a ceremony held at Government House in Bridgetown, in the

Dr. Suborno Bose, Chairman of the International Institute of Hotel Management (IIHM), received the ‘Lifetime Achievement in Hospitality and Education Through Technology‘ award from Union Tourism Minister Gajendra Shekhawat at the Vibrant Bharat Global Summit 2025. This award highlights Dr. Bose’s significant contributions to the integration of AI and technology in hospitality education and tourism.

The Forbes India Leadership Awards (FILA) 2025 concluded in a remarkable ceremony at the Jio World Convention Centre in Mumbai, celebrating the visionaries and change-makers in India’s corporate and entrepreneurial landscape. This prestigious event acknowledged significant contributions in business, innovation, and leadership that have impacted the nation’s economic and social structure. Hosted by Forbes India,

The 97th Academy Awards are now underway at the Dolby Theatre in Los Angeles. The 97th Oscars hosted by Conan O’Brien with your own Oscars printable ballot. The 2025 Oscars gathered Hollywood’s biggest stars on March 2, including Selena Gomez and Benny Blanco, who have become one of the most talked-about couples of the awards