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AWARDS AND HONOURS - April 2019

Apr 2019

Nov 28, 2025

IITF 2025 Concludes with Record Footfall, Awards

The curtains came down on the 44th edition of the India International Trade Fair (IITF) 2025 at Bharat Mandapam, drawing massive crowds. The vibrant closing day was marked not only by a heavy shopping rush but also by a colourful award ceremony recognising the most outstanding pavilions across multiple categories.
The IITF 2025 Awards for Excellence in Display recognised outstanding participation across multiple pavilion categories. Rajasthan won the gold medal in the Partner State category, followed by Bihar with silver and Uttar Pradesh with bronze, while Maharashtra received a special commendation. In the Focus State category, Jharkhand earned the gold medal.
Under the Swachh Bharat Abhiyaan segment, Haryana won gold, Punjab silver, and Assam bronze, with commendations for Andaman & Nicobar Islands, Uttarakhand and Tamil Nadu.
In the Foreign Pavilion category, Thailand received the gold medal, Iran silver and Dubai bronze, while South Korea, Turkey and the Tibetan Chamber of Commerce earned special commendations.
Among Ministries and Government Departments, the Ministry of Defence secured gold, followed by the Ministry of Mines (silver) and the Ministry of Railways (bronze).

Nov 26, 2025

Velamala Simmanna Selected for LNF Literary Award 2025

Telugu literature found a new luminary in Velamala Simmanna, who was selected for the prestigious Lok Nayak Foundation (LNF) Literary Award 2025. Mr. Simmanna, an accomplished writer with over 100 published works and former Head of the Department of Telugu at Andhra University, will be honoured with a cash prize of Rs. 2 lakh at an awards ceremony scheduled in Visakhapatnam on January 18, 2026.
The award announcement was made in Visakhapatnam by LNF Chairman Yarlagadda Lakshmi Prasad.
The LNF awards recognise individuals who have significantly contributed to the promotion of Telugu language and culture.
The LNF also named four individuals for its Life�'Time Achievement Awards (each carrying a cash prize of Rs. 1 lakh). The awardees are:
Nori Dattatreyudu — noted oncologist and health advisor to the Government of Andhra Pradesh
Thotakura Prasad — promoter of Telugu language and culture based in Dallas
Vemulapalli Raghavendra Choudhary — a renowned doctor serving in Detroit for over four decades
Aarien Uday Areti — Deputy Mayor of the Royal Borough of Kensington and Chelsea, originally from Bhimavaram

International Emmy Awards 2025

At the International Emmy Awards 2025 held in New York City, Diljit Dosanjh's film Amar Singh Chamkila, directed by Imtiaz Ali, earned two major nominations—for Best TV Movie/Mini-Series and Best Performance by an Actor. Despite high hopes, the Netflix India project didn't win, but its recognition marked a significant moment for Indian storytelling on the global stage. In the Best TV Movie/Mini-Series category, Chamkila competed against Germany's Herrhausen, Chile's Vencer o Morir, and the UK's Lost Boys and Fairies, which took home the award. Meanwhile, Diljit Dosanjh's powerful portrayal of Punjabi legend Chamkila lost out to Spain's Oriol Pla for his performance in Yo, adicto.
The ceremony showcased outstanding global talent, with entries across categories like Drama, Documentary, Comedy, News, and Children's Programming. Here's a summary of the winners in each category.
Best TV Movie/Mini-Series: Lost Boys and Fairies (UK)
Best Actor: Oriol Pla for Yo, adicto (Spain)
Best Actress: Anna Maxwell Martin for Until I Kill You (UK)
Best Drama Series: Rivals (UK)
Best Comedy: Ludwig (UK)
Best Art Programming: Ryuichi Sakamoto: Last Days (Japan)
Best Documentary: Hell Jumper (UK)
Best Current Affairs: Dispatches Kill Zone: Inside Gaza (UK)
Best News Program: Gaza, Search for Life (Qatar)
Best Telenovela: Deha (Türkiye)
Best Sports Documentary: It's All Over: The Kiss That Changed Spanish Football (Spain)
Best Non-Scripted Entertainment: Shaolin Heroes: Denmark (Denmark)
Best Short-Form Series: La Mediatrice (Canada)

Nov 24, 2025

ISB Honours Azim Premji with Research Catalyst Award

The Indian School of Business (ISB) presented the ISB Research Catalyst Award to Azim Premji, founder-chairman, Wipro Ltd, in recognition of his outstanding contributions to India's research ecosystem.
The award recognises individuals whose vision, generosity, and commitment have strengthened the nation's knowledge ecosystem, enabled cutting-edge inquiry, and inspired a culture of evidence-based problem-solving for societal progress.

Nov 22, 2025

Michelle Bachelet Awarded Indira Gandhi Peace Prize

Michelle Bachelet, former President of Chile and former UN High Commissioner for Human Rights, was presented the Indira Gandhi Prize for Peace, Disarmament and Development for 2024 in New Delhi. The award was conferred by Sonia Gandhi, Chairperson of the Congress Parliamentary Party, in recognition of Bachelet's lifelong commitment to human rights, gender equality, and global justice.
Michelle Bachelet served two terms as President of Chile (2006–2010 and 2014–2018) and left behind a profound legacy.
Instituted in 1985, the Indira Gandhi Prize for Peace, Disarmament and Development honours individuals or organisations that have made outstanding contributions to,
International peace
Development cooperation
Democratic governance
Scientific discoveries for human betterment

Nov 20, 2025

Venu Srinivasan Wins CII Quality Ratna Award 2025

In a recognition of leadership in quality management, Venu Srinivasan, Chairman Emeritus of TVS Motor Company, was conferred the CII Quality Ratna Award 2025. The award was presented at the 33^rd CII Excellence Summit in Kolkata in November 2025, attended by over 1,000 quality experts and industry leaders. This award cements Srinivasan's legacy as one of India's most influential industrialists who helped shape the quality standards in Indian manufacturing to match global benchmarks.

Leonardo DiCaprio to Receive Desert Palm Achievement Award

Leonardo DiCaprio will be honoured with the Desert Palm Achievement Award (Actor) at the Palm Springs Film Festival on January 3, 2026. The recognition celebrates his compelling performance in Paul Thomas Anderson's forthcoming film "One Battle After Another", adding another milestone to his acclaimed career.
Festival Chairman Nachhattar Singh Chandi praised DiCaprio's emotionally intense portrayal in the film, describing it as a gripping depiction of a man navigating relentless personal and emotional challenges. The award highlights his continued ability to reinvent himself with layered, transformative performances.

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