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AWARDS AND HONOURS - August 2020

Aug 2020

Feb 17, 2026

Ayesha Karim Wins Veergatha 5.0 Super 100

Ayesha Karim, a Class IV student from Guwahati, has won the Veergatha 5.0 Super 100 competition for young artists. Her winning sketch honors Major Sandeep Unnikrishnan, who died during the 2008 Mumbai terror attacks. The national program recognises patriotism and artistic expression by schoolchildren, with Assam marking its first win in five years. Judges praised the work for its emotional depth and historical resonance. Ayesha’s achievement highlights Assam’s growing presence in national arts education and its encouragement of youth to reflect on national service and bravery through creativity.

Winner: Ayesha Karim, Guwahati; Veergatha 5.0 Super 100.
Theme: honors Major Sandeep Unnikrishnan (2008 Mumbai attacks).
Significance: Assam’s first win in five years.
Recognition: patriotism and artistic expression by schoolchildren.
Impact: promotes youth engagement in national service themes.

Bhavya Bharat Bhushan Award Launched by Sadhguru

Spiritual leader Sadhguru Jaggi Vasudev launched the Bhavya Bharat Bhushan Award, a national honour recognizing individuals for exceptional contributions to India’s growth and well-being. The award was presented during Mahashivaratri celebrations at the Isha Yoga Center, with Defence Minister Rajnath Singh as chief guest. The initiative aims to acknowledge excellence across sectors including national security, business, arts and entertainment, sports, community welfare, science and technology, and literature and academia. The programme seeks to celebrate role models, inspire youth and reinforce the link between spiritual leadership and national development.

Event: Mahashivaratri celebration at Isha Yoga Center.
Award: Bhavya Bharat Bhushan Award.
Chief guest: Defence Minister Rajnath Singh.
Sectors recognized: security, business, arts, sports, welfare, science, literature.
Purpose: highlight national role models and inspire youth.

Feb 12, 2026

Puducherry Doctors Win Chang-Crandall Humanitarian Award 2026

Puducherry, 12 February 2026 — Two senior ophthalmologists from Puducherry, Dr Haripriya Aravind and Dr R Venkatesh, have been selected for the Chang-Crandall Humanitarian Award 2026. They will receive the honour at the American Society of Cataract and Refractive Surgery (ASCRS) Foundation conference in Washington DC on 11 April. The award recognises exceptional service in cataract care and includes a $100,000 grant, which the recipients have chosen to donate to the Aravind Eye Care System to support its non‑profit initiatives.

Dr Haripriya Aravind and Dr R Venkatesh awarded
Presentation at ASCRS Foundation Conference, Washington
Award recognises humanitarian cataract care work
Includes $100,000 grant donated to Aravind Eye Care System

Feb 09, 2026

Chef Vishnu Manohar sets finger millet pudding world record in Gadchiroli

At the Koya Krushi Kumbh festival in Gadchiroli, Chef Vishnu Manohar led a team to prepare finger millet (ragi) pudding weighing 1,111 kilograms, setting a world record. The feat showcased coarse cereals grown locally and their nutritional value on a global stage. The record was registered with the India Book of Records, the Asia Book of Records and the World Record Book of India. Farmers from Gadchiroli supplied the grain, cultivated through sustainable practices. The event drew national and international attention to traditional cereals and rural economies, highlighting culinary innovation linked to agriculture.

Record: 1,111 kg finger millet pudding
Location: Gadchiroli, Koya Krushi Kumbh festival
Leader: Chef Vishnu Manohar
Recognition: IBR, Asia Book of Records, World Record Book of India
Source of grain: Gadchiroli farmers; sustainability emphasis

Feb 06, 2026

Indian Educator Wins Global Teacher Prize 2026

Indian teacher Rouble Nagi has won the Global Teacher Prize 2026 at the World Government Summit in Dubai. The award carries one million dollars and was presented by Dubai Crown Prince Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum. Nagi was honoured for turning neglected walls into interactive murals that teach reading, writing, arithmetic, public health and environmental awareness. Over two decades, her work has helped more than one million children access formal education through art. She was selected from over 5,000 nominations representing 139 countries.

Winner: Rouble Nagi, Global Teacher Prize 2026.
Event: World Government Summit, Dubai.
Prize: USD 1 million; presented by the Crown Prince.
Achievement: Educational murals improving literacy and health awareness.
Reach: Impacted over one million children; 139 countries represented.

Feb 05, 2026

Bhutan Queen Mother receives Upendra Nath Brahma award

Bhutan’s Queen Mother Gyalyum Ashi Dorji Wangmo Wangchuck was honoured with the 22nd Upendra Nath Brahma ‘Soldier of Humanity’ Award 2025. The ceremony took place in February 2026 at Bodoland University, Kokrajhar, Assam. Lakshman Prasad Acharya, Governor of Assam, attended the event along with other dignitaries. The award recognises humanitarian leadership and cross-border goodwill, reflecting Bhutan’s enduring relations with India and its regional contribution to social development. The Queen Mother’s work in social causes and cultural preservation is celebrated as part of broader regional cooperation and humanitarian service.

22nd Upendra Nath Brahma Award honors humanitarian leadership.
Ceremony held in February 2026 at Bodoland University, Assam.
Queen Mother of Bhutan recognized for cross-border goodwill.
Event underscores regional collaboration in social development.

Paradip Port Authority wins Swachhata Pakhwada Award 2025

Paradip Port Authority has won the First Prize at the Swachhata Pakhwada Awards 2025, announced by the Ministry of Ports, Shipping and Waterways. The award recognises excellence in cleanliness, sustainability, and community participation under the Swachh Bharat Abhiyan. The ceremony took place in New Delhi on 3 February 2026, with Union Minister Sarbananda Sonowal presenting the honour alongside MoPSW Secretary Vijay Kumar, IAS, and Minister of State Shantanu Thakur. PPA Chairman P. L. Haranadh accepted the prize on behalf of port workers and stakeholders, highlighting ongoing efforts toward hygienic and environmentally responsible port operations.

First Prize at Swachhata Pakhwada Awards 2025.
Award presented on 3 February 2026 in New Delhi.
Recognition for cleanliness, sustainability, and community participation.
PPA accepted the award on behalf of port workers and stakeholders.

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