Deepak Dhar named recipient of 2026 Dirac Medal by ICTP
Indian theoretical physicist Deepak Dhar was named among the recipients of the 2026 Dirac Medal awarded by the Abdus Salam International Centre for Theoretical Physics (ICTP). The award recognises Dhar's important contributions to statistical mechanics and the study of complex systems, including influential work on self-organised criticality. Dhar's career spans several Indian institutions, and he has been associated with IISER Pune as a Distinguished Emeritus Professor. The Dirac Medal is one of the field's most respected international honours and typically accompanies a lecture as part of ICTP's mission to promote theoretical science in developing regions.
Deepak Dhar named recipient of the 2026 Dirac Medal
Awarded by ICTP for work in statistical mechanics and complex systems
Noted for self-organised criticality research
Associated with IISER Pune as Distinguished Emeritus Professor
Dirac Medal is a prestigious international honour in theoretical physics
Aug 10, 2026
President's Colour awarded to Puducherry Police
Union Home Minister Amit Shah presented the President's Colour to the Puducherry Police in August 2026, recognizing the force's distinguished service, discipline and contribution to maintaining law and order. The award ceremony followed months of preparations by the Puducherry Police for the national honour, which is among the highest recognitions bestowed on police and armed forces. The event highlighted the department's long-standing commitment to public safety, operational readiness and community engagement. The presentation reflects central government acknowledgment of the force's performance in coastal union territory's crime prevention, disaster response and policing across urban and rural frontiers. The ceremony underscored inter-governmental cooperation and the value of ceremonial awards in boosting morale.
President's Colour presented to Puducherry Police
Conferred by Union Home Minister Amit Shah
Award highlights service, discipline and order maintenance
Ceremony followed extensive 2026 preparations
Significance as one of the highest police honours
Aug 05, 2026
Annapurni Subramaniam wins COSPAR Vikram Sarabhai Medal 2026, first Indian woman recipient
Annapurni Subramaniam, Director of the Indian Institute of Astrophysics in Bengaluru, has become the first Indian woman scientist to receive the COSPAR Vikram Sarabhai Medal in 2026. The award recognises her significant contributions to space research, including studies on stellar populations, blue straggler stars, and observations from AstroSat’s UVIT instrument. Subramaniam is the fourth Indian to receive this honour, highlighting India’s rising role in space science. The COSPAR medal underscores long-term astronomical research and the growing involvement of Indian researchers in international space programs, reflecting ongoing collaboration between Indian institutions and global space agencies.
First Indian woman to receive Vikram Sarabhai Medal (2026).
Research focus: stellar populations, blue stragglers, AstroSat UVIT data.
Fourth Indian awarded the honour overall.
Significance: strengthens India’s space research profile.
Aug 04, 2026
Meena Bindra Tops Candere Hurun India Women Leaders List 2026
Meena Bindra, founder of BIBA, topped the 2026 Candere Hurun India Women Leaders List. The list recognised 117 self-made women leaders across twelve categories, highlighting leadership across business, technology, and social impact. Mumbai emerged as the city with the highest representation, followed by New Delhi. Bindra’s position reflects ongoing growth in women-led entrepreneurship and brand-building in India. The award underscores the role of women leaders in shaping consumer sectors, fashion, and inclusive business strategies. The Candere Hurun list aims to spotlight diverse leadership, promote mentorship, and encourage more women to scale enterprises in a competitive market. Experts noted increased funding and favorable policies supporting women-owned startups.
Meena Bindra topped the 2026 Candere Hurun India Women Leaders List.
117 self-made leaders recognized across 12 categories.
Mumbai had the highest representation, followed by New Delhi.
Highlights growth of women-led entrepreneurship in India.
Encourages mentorship and female leadership in business.
Jul 24, 2026
Ajit Doval named Lokmanya Tilak National Award 2026; ceremony Aug 1
National Security Adviser Ajit Doval has been selected for the Lokmanya Tilak National Award 2026 in recognition of his contributions to national security and counter-terrorism. The Tilak Smarak Trust announced the honor on 20 July 2026, with the ceremony scheduled in Pune on 1 August 2026, marking Lokmanya Tilak’s death anniversary. Union Home Minister Amit Shah will present the award, which includes a memento, a citation, and ₹1 lakh in cash. The award celebrates lifetime contributions to national security, aligning with ongoing policy emphasis on safeguarding internal stability and regional security in India.
Award recipient: Ajit Doval, National Security Advisor
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