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AWARDS AND HONOURS - January 2020

Jan 2020

Sep 01, 2026

Tommy Koh, Runa Khan and Bo Kyi receive 68th Ramon Magsaysay Award in 2026

Singaporean diplomat and academic Tommy Koh, Bangladeshi social entrepreneur Runa Khan, and Myanmar human rights activist Bo Kyi were named recipients of the 68th Ramon Magsaysay Award in 2026. The ceremony, held in August 2026, coincided with the 119th birth anniversary of Ramon Magsaysay, the Philippines’ former president after whom the award is named. The Ramon Magsaysay Award Foundation described the laureates as exemplars of leadership, integrity and humanitarian service. Koh’s long public service, Khan’s relief work, and Bo Kyi’s human rights advocacy were cited as outstanding contributions to societal betterment in Asia.

Recipients: Tommy Koh, Runa Khan, Bo Kyi (68th Ramon Magsaysay Award).
Award year: 2026; ceremony held in August 2026.
Coincides with the 119th birth anniversary of Ramon Magsaysay.
Award recognizes leadership, integrity and humanitarian work in Asia.
Koh, Khan, and Bo Kyi singled out for public service and advocacy.
Award reinforces Asia-focused humanitarian values.

Aug 25, 2026

Kaziah Liz Mejo crowned Miss Universe India 2026

Kaziah Liz Mejo, a 19-year-old law student from Kerala, was crowned Miss Universe India 2026 at the grand finale held in Jaipur, Rajasthan. She defeated 52 finalists to win the title and will represent India at the 75th Miss Universe pageant scheduled to be held in Puerto Rico. The victory marks another milestone for India's presence on international beauty platforms and adds to the country’s cultural prominence on the global stage.

Winner: Kaziah Liz Mejo, age 19, Kerala.
Event: Miss Universe India 2026 finale, Jaipur.
Finalists: 52; title earned for Miss Universe 2026 in Puerto Rico.
Implication: strengthens India’s representation on global platforms.

Aug 23, 2026

Ashutosh Parida named 47th Sarala Puraskar recipient

Odia poet and former CSIR-IMMT scientist Dr. Ashutosh Parida was selected for the 47th Sarala Puraskar in August 2026 for his poetry collection Bishwas De Pruthwi, published by Prabha Publication in 2024. The Indian Metals Public Charitable Trust (IMPaCT) awards include a citation, copper plaque, and ₹7 lakh cash prize. A ceremony is scheduled in Bhubaneswar on 25 October 2026. The Sarala Puraskar recognises Odia literature and is one of India’s prestigious literary honours. Parida’s work engages with themes of belief, nature, and human experience in a contemplative voice, contributing to contemporary Odia literary culture.

Recipient: Ashutosh Parida
Work: Bishwas De Pruthwi (2024)
Award: 47th Sarala Puraskar, ₹7 lakh prize
Ceremony: 25 October 2026, Bhubaneswar
Organiser: IMPaCT (IMFA)

Aug 17, 2026

9th National Anubhav Awards 2026 Announced

Union Minister Dr. Jitendra Singh announced the 9th National Anubhav Awards 2026 at Vigyan Bhawan, New Delhi. A total of 15 retired government employees were selected for recognition under the National Anubhav Awards Scheme, which encourages retirees to document and share experiences from public service and nation-building. The awards are organized by the Department of Pension and Pensioners’ Welfare. Recipients represent various ministries and departments who will contribute insights on reforms, governance and citizen-centric initiatives. The event promotes institutional memory and motivates current civil servants through firsthand accounts of public service across decades.

Award announcement: 9th National Anubhav Awards 2026
Location: Vigyan Bhawan, New Delhi
Recipients: 15 retired government employees
Organizer: Department of Pension and Pensioners’ Welfare
Purpose: encourage documentation of public service experiences

Aug 16, 2026

Rani Mukerji Honoured at IFFM 2026 for Excellence in Acting

Rani Mukerji was honoured at the Indian Film Festival of Melbourne (IFFM) 2026 with a special citation for Excellence in Acting. The tribute marks three decades in Indian cinema for the veteran star and recognises her influence across Hindi film. Over a career spanning the 1990s to the present, Mukerji has drawn praise for performances in Black (2005), Hum Tum (2004), Hichki (2018), Mardaani (2014) and Mrs. Chatterjee vs Norway (2023). Festival organisers emphasised her versatility and commitment to challenging roles. The award adds to a long list of achievements in Indian cinema and highlights cross‑cultural appreciation for Indian talent abroad. Mukerji expressed gratitude in a brief on-stage address.

Rani Mukerji received a special citation for Excellence in Acting at IFFM 2026.
The recognition celebrates three decades of her work in Indian cinema.
Highlighted performances include Black, Hum Tum, Hichki, Mardaani and Mrs. Chatterjee vs Norway.
Organisers noted her versatility and impact on Hindi cinema.
The award reflects cross‑cultural appreciation for Indian talent abroad.

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