Zoya Akhtar, Asma Khan Honored at 'India-UK Achievers' Awards in London
Renowned filmmaker Zoya Akhtar and British Indian chef Asma Khan were honoured at the annual 'India-UK Achievers' awards in London.
Akhtar's acclaimed work in cinema and Khan's culinary contributions were celebrated during the event.
PM Modi Presents the Inaugural 'National Creators Award'
Prime Minister Narendra Modi presented the inaugural 'National Creators Award' at Bharat Mandapam in New Delhi.
The award aims to honour excellence and influence across various fields such as storytelling, environmental sustainability, education, and gaming.
It serves as a platform to utilise creativity for promoting positive transformations.
Mar 08, 2024
Yatin Bhaskar Duggal Wins First Prize in National Youth Parliament Festival 2024
Yatin Bhaskar Duggal from Haryana won the first prize in the National Youth Parliament Festival, 2024, while Vaishna Pitchai from Tamil Nadu won the second prize and Kanishka Sharma from Rajasthan the third prize.
Addressing the concluding session of the National Youth Parliament Festival in New Delhi today, Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla said youth's thinking capability, ability to innovate and zeal to work will be instrumental in making India 'Viksit Bharat' by 2047.
He said that India will not only be a Viksit Bharat but will also show the path to the entire world. He further added that India today is moving towards modernisation and at the same time is keeping its heritage intact.
Mar 07, 2024
Sangeet Natak Akademi Awards
More than 90 artistes from the fields of Indian classical music, dance, theatre, folk art and scholarship were felicitated at the Sangeet Natak Akademi awards.
The ceremony took place at Vigyan Bhavan, for the 2022 and 2023 editions, in 2024, in the presence of President Droupadi Murmu, Culture Minister Kishan Reddy, Minister of State for Law and Justice Arjun Ram Meghwal, Sangeet Natak Akademi Chairman Sandhya Purecha, and Culture Ministry Secretary Govind Mohan.
Among the artistes felicitated were Hindustani vocalist Kalapini Komkali, playwright Asif Ali Haider Khan, martial artist Gurpreet Singh Khalsa, and dancer Manjula Ramaswamy. A fellowship was also awarded to five artistes.
Tiger Woods Honored with USGA's Prestigious Bob Jones Award
Legendary golfer Tiger Woods was selected to receive the Bob Jones Award, the highest honour bestowed by the United States Golf Association (USGA). This prestigious award recognises Woods' dedication to sportsmanship, his respect for the traditions of the game, and his significant charitable endeavours.
While Woods is widely celebrated for his on-course achievements – including 15 major championships and 82 PGA Tour victories – the Bob Jones Award acknowledges a more holistic view of his impact on the sport.
Mar 05, 2024
Dr. Pradeep Mahajan Receives Maharashtra Bhushan Award 2024
In a remarkable recognition of his contributions to the field of regenerative medicine, Dr. Pradeep Mahajan, the Founder and Chairman and Managing Director (CMD) of StemRx Hospital and Research Centre, along with StemRx Bioscience Solutions, was awarded the prestigious Maharashtra Bhushan Award 2024. This accolade is a testament to his pioneering efforts and substantial impact in advancing regenerative medicine, offering new hope and innovative treatments to patients worldwide.
Dr. Mahajan's journey in the medical field is marked by his innovative approach and dedication to regenerative medicine. His work has not only provided groundbreaking treatments for patients but has also significantly contributed to the scientific community's understanding of regenerative therapies.
Mar 04, 2024
Filmmaker Zoya Akhtar, British Indian Chef Asma Khan Win India-UK Achievers Honours
Filmmaker Zoya Akhtar and British Indian chef Asma Khan were among the winners of the annual India-UK Achievers Honours in London, which recognises the achievements of Indian students and alumni who have pursued an international programme of study.
The initiative, by the National Indian Students and Alumni Union (NISAU) UK, in partnership with the British Council in India and the UK government's Department for Business and Trade, was launched in 2023 with the aim of celebrating bilateral educational ties.
At a ceremony, the 'Class of 2024' made up of high achievers across the arts, sports, entrepreneurship and medicine were honoured following a day-long conference entitled 'The Future of Education'.
Akhtar, the acclaimed writer-filmmaker behind box-office hits such as 'Luck By Chance' and 'Zindagi Na Milegi Dobara' and 'The Archies', was conferred the Living Legend Award in recognition of her work in furthering an understanding of India on the global stage.
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