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AWARDS AND HONOURS - July 2023

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Sep 10, 2025

Camel International Award for Younus Ahamed

Non-resident Indian businessman from Palakkad and executive director of Middle East Dotspace Coworking Younus Ahamed won the Camel International Award 2025 given by the Arabian World Records.
Mr. Ahamed was chosen for the award for his contributions and business leadership. He received the award from Sheikh Matar Bin Huwaiden Al Ketbi, chairman of Sharjah Camel Racing Club, at a function held in Dubai.

Sep 08, 2025

Indian filmmaker Anuparna Roy wins Best Director award at 82nd Venice Film Festival

Indian filmmaker Anuparna Roy has won Best Director award in the Orizzonti section at the 82nd Venice Film Festival. This section highlights new and indie films. Her film, Songs of Forgotten Trees, was the only Indian entry in this category and tells the story of two migrant women in Mumbai. The award was announced by Julia Ducournau, president of the Orizzonti jury.

Sep 07, 2025

Venice International Film Festival Concludes

The 82^nd Venice International Film Festival was held at Venice Lido in Italy.
American filmmaker Alexander Payne served as Jury President for the main competition, while Italian actress and comedian Emanuela Fanelli hosted the opening and closing ceremonies.
German filmmaker Werner Herzog and American actress Kim Novak were awarded the Golden Lion for Lifetime Achievement during the festival.

Sep 06, 2025

Anand V. Patil to Receive Prof. V.K. Gokak Award in Bengaluru

In a celebration of literary excellence, Anand V. Patil, renowned for his contributions to children's literature, will be conferred with the Prof. V.K. Gokak Award in Bengaluru on September 7, 2025.
The award, named after one of India's most influential literary figures, Prof. Vinayaka Krishna Gokak, honoured individuals who had made significant contributions to Indian literature, particularly in Kannada.

Sep 03, 2025

Ministry of Coal Hosts Star Rating Awards Ceremony for Coal & Lignite Mines

The Ministry of Coal organised the prestigious Star Rating Awards Ceremony for Coal and Lignite Mines in Mumbai, Maharashtra. The event recognised coal and lignite mines across India for their exceptional performance in operational excellence, environmental care, safety, and community development.
The ceremony was attended by Union Minister of Coal & Mines, G. Kishan Reddy, as the Chief Guest, and Union Minister of State for Coal and Mines, Satish Chandra Dubey. Senior officials from the Ministry of Coal, representatives of coal PSUs, and industry stakeholders will also join the gathering.
The Star Rating system, instituted by the Ministry of Coal, acknowledge the outstanding performance of coal and lignite mines, aiming to promote responsible mining practices, enhance industry standards, and ensure sustainable growth in the sector. The Ministry evaluates mines through a structured and comprehensive framework covering seven modules; Mining Operations, Environmental Parameters, Adoption of Technology and Best Practices, Economic Performance, Rehabilitation & Resettlement, Worker-Related Compliance, and Safety & Security. Mines are rated on a scale from Five Star to No Star under three categories Underground, Opencast, and Mixed.

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