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AWARDS AND HONOURS - April 2022

Apr 2022

Sep 26, 2025

President Murmu Graces Award Ceremony of 64th National Exhibition of Art

President Droupadi Murmu, in September 2025, attended the award ceremony of the 64^th National Exhibition of Art, organised by the Lalit Kala Akademi, in New Delhi.
Congratulating the award winners, the President expressed confidence that their work would inspire countless other artists. She highlighted that, in Indian tradition, art has always been regarded as a spiritual practice and a medium that enriches cultural heritage while fostering a more sensitive society.
President Murmu praised the creativity and imagination of artists, noting that their works are helping to present the image of a "new India." She emphasised that artists invest significant time, energy, and resources into their creations, and called for ensuring fair prices for artworks to encourage artists and those aspiring to take up art as a profession.
Appreciating Lalit Kala Akademi's efforts to promote the sale of artworks, the President said this would provide financial support to artists and strengthen the nation's creative economy. She urged art lovers to not only appreciate art but also purchase and display it, reinforcing India's identity as both an economic and cultural power.

Sep 25, 2025

Dr. David V. Rajan Honoured as 'Best Orthopaedic Surgeon of the Year 2025' at ET Healthworld Heal...

Dr. David V. Rajan, Chairman and Managing Director of Ortho-One Orthopaedic Speciality Centre, Coimbatore, was conferred with the prestigious 'Best Orthopaedic Surgeon of the Year' title at the 5th Edition of the ET Healthworld Healthcare Awards 2025, held at Hyatt Regency, New Delhi in September 2025.
The award was received on behalf of Dr. Rajan by Sudanand Rajan, Director, Ortho-One, from Rajesh Gupta, Digital Health Innovator and Grand Jury Member of the ET Healthworld Healthcare Awards 2025 event.
The recognition marks yet another landmark achievement for Coimbatore-based Ortho-One, celebrating Dr. Rajan's five decades of pioneering work in orthopaedics.
Widely regarded as a trailblazer in arthroscopy, joint preservation and sports medicine, Dr. Rajan has played a transformative role in shaping orthopaedic care in India while he continues to mentor young surgeons, and foster innovation and excellence.

Sep 24, 2025

UK PM Keir Starmer Honoured with 'Living Bridge' Award for India-UK FTA

British Prime Minister Keir Starmer awarded the prestigious 'Living Bridge' honour for his instrumental role in fostering deeper India-UK relations and successfully concluding the long-awaited India-UK Free Trade Agreement (FTA).
The award, presented at a ceremony in the House of Lords in London in September 2025, recognises individuals and organisations who significantly contribute to strengthening bilateral ties.
The award was accepted on Starmer's behalf by Seema Malhotra, Britain's Indian-origin Minister for the Indo-Pacific in the Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office (FCDO).
Organised annually by the India Business Group (IBG), the Living Bridge Awards spotlight those who serve as symbolic 'living bridges' between India and the UK, enhancing collaboration in areas like trade, education, culture, and diplomacy.
This year marks the fourth edition of the awards.

BBMP's e-Khata Wins National Award 2025

The Bruhat Bengaluru Mahanagara Palike's (BBMP) e-Khata initiative was conferred with the National eGovernance Award 2025 at the 28^th National eGovernance Awards held in Visakhapatnam.
Recognised for its transformative impact on digitising property records, enhancing transparency, and improving citizen service delivery, the eKhata project was conceptualised under the leadership of D.K. Shivakumar, Deputy Chief Minister and Bengaluru in charge Minister.

Sep 23, 2025

Gram Panchayats Win National e-Governance Awards 2025 for Digital Innovation

Marking a historic moment in India's digital governance journey, Gram Panchayats were awarded for the first time under a dedicated category at the National Awards for e-Governance (NAeG) 2025. The awards were presented during the 28th National Conference on e-Governance held in September 2025 in Visakhapatnam, Andhra Pradesh, by Jitendra Singh, Minister of State in the PMO. The ceremony, themed "Viksit Bharat: Civil Service and Digital Transformation", celebrated grassroots digital innovation in governance. With over 1.45 lakh entries evaluated in a multi-tier process, the winning Gram Panchayats stand out as beacons of digital transformation, transparency, and citizen-centric governance at the village level.
Award-Winning Gram Panchayats and Their Innovations
Gold Award: Rohini Gram Panchayat, Maharashtra
Silver Award: West Majlishpur Gram Panchayat, Tripura
Developed as a Citizen Charter-driven Panchayat.
Jury Award: Palsana Gram Panchayat, Gujarat
Integrated portals like Digital Gujarat and Gram Suvidha.
Jury Award: Suakati Gram Panchayat, Odisha
Uses OdishaOne and Seva Odisha platforms for 24/7 access to essential services.

President Droupadi Murmu Presents 71st National Film Awards in New Delhi

President Droupadi Murmu presented the awards to the winners at the 71st National Film Awards ceremony in New Delhi.
The Best Feature Film Award was given to the Hindi Movie '12th Fail', while the Best Hindi Film Award was presented to the Hindi Movie 'Kathal: A Jackfruit Mystery'.
National Film Awards in the Best Actor category was conferred to actor Shah Rukh Khan for his film Jawan and actor Vikrant Massey for 12th Fail.
Legendary actor, director, and producer Mohanlal was also conferred the prestigious Dadasaheb Phalke Award for the year 2023.

Ousmane Dembele, Aitana Bonmati win Ballon d'Or Awards in Paris

Ousmane Dembele was named the world's best player of the season as he claimed the Ballon d'Or on a night of triumph for his Paris St Germain club, while Barcelona's Aitana Bonmati, a serial trophy winner, claimed the women's award on Monday.
The 28-year-old France forward Dembele, who needed time and the guidance of PSG coach Luis Enrique to fulfill his potential as he inspired the capital club to their first Champions League title last season, became the sixth French player to lift the award and the first since Karim Benzema in 2022.
He beat Spain and Barcelona forward Lamine Yamal, with his PSG teammate Vitinha taking third place.

Sep 22, 2025

Visakhapatnam Police Honoured with SKOCH Award for Accident Victim Support Centre

The Road Traffic Accident Victim Assistance Centre, established under the leadership of Visakhapatnam Police Commissioner Shankha Brata Bagchi, has received the SKOCH Award for outstanding public service.
The award was presented to Visakhapatnam city police officials at the 102^nd SKOCH Awards ceremony in New Delhi in September 2025.

Andhra Pradesh Bags 'Best State Award' for Silk Development

Andhra Pradesh won the Best State Award under the 'Mera Resham - Mera Abhiman' programme initiated by the Central Silk Board, Government of India, for effectively creating awareness and implementing development programmes for silk farmers and reelers.

Mohanlal Honoured with 2023 Dadasaheb Phalke Award

Malayalam superstar Mohanlal was named the recipient of the Dadasaheb Phalke Award 2023, India's highest honour in cinema.
The Government of India announced that the award was presented during the 71^st National Film Awards ceremony.
Recognised for his unmatched versatility and contribution to cinema, Mohanlal joins the illustrious list of actors and filmmakers who have shaped Indian film history.
Mohanlal's career spans more than four decades, beginning with his debut in Thiranottam (1978), a film directed by his longtime collaborator Priyadarshan.
Since then, he has acted in over 400 films, establishing himself as one of the most influential figures in Indian cinema.

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