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AWARDS AND HONOURS - July 2023

Jul 2023

Mar 01, 2025

Lulu Group Clinches Top Honours with Sheikh Mansour Bin Zayed Agricultural Excellence Award

Lulu Group, the leading retail giant, was awarded the prestigious Sheikh Mansour Bin Zayed Agricultural Excellence Award for its outstanding contributions to the UAE's agricultural sector and sustainability initiatives. The award was presented to Ashraf Ali M.A., Executive Director of Lulu Group, by Dr. Amna bint Abdullah Al Dahak, UAE Minister of Climate Change and Environment, at a ceremony held at the Emirates Palace. The recognition highlights Lulu's pivotal role in supporting the award program and related events at the Sheikh Zayed Festival in Al Wathbah.
The award is among the UAE's most esteemed initiatives, encouraging farmers and livestock breeders to embrace modern technologies and sustainable practices. Lulu Group has been a steadfast advocate of these principles, championing innovation, empowering local farmers, and enhancing sustainability in agriculture.

Feb 28, 2025

Animal Welfare Board of India to Honour Champions of Animal Protection

The 'Prani Mitra and Jeev Daya Award Ceremony' was organised by the Animal Welfare Board of India (AWBI), a statutory body of the Department of Animal Husbandry and Dairying, at Vigyan Bhawan, New Delhi. AWBI has been established under the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals (PCA) Act, 1960 to ensure that animals are not subjected to unnecessary pain or suffering. The event was graced by Union Ministers of State, Ministry of Fisheries, Animal Husbandry and Dairying, Prof. S. P. Singh Baghel and George Kurian.
The event marked the release of four important books for effective implementation of rules and guidelines for animal welfare in India. These books will serve as vital tools for veterinarians, policymakers and field officials, to help ensure timely and effective responses for animal welfare. These include Handbook for Veterinary Officers on Animal Welfare Laws; Law Enforcement Handbook on Animal Welfare Laws; Animal Law Handbook for Urban Local Bodies and Revised Animal Birth Control (ABC) module for Street Dogs Population management, rabies eradication and reducing man-dog conflict.
This year's (2025) 'Prani Mitra Awards' were conferred to the following individuals/ organisations under five categories:
Advocacy – Individual to Akhil Jain, Raipur, Chhattisgarh
Innovative Idea – Individual to Ramesh Bhai Veljibhai Ruparelia, Gondal, Gujarat
Life Time Animal Service – Individual to Harnarayan Soni, Osiyan, Jodhpur Rajasthan
Animal Welfare Organisation (AWO) to Sri Sri 1008 Sriram Ratandasji Vaishanav Go Sewa Samiti, Karahdham, Morena, Madhya Pradesh.
Corporate / PSUs / Government bodies / Cooperatives to Radhe Krishna Temple Elephant Welfare Trust, Jamnagar, Gujarat

Feb 27, 2025

Screen Actors Guild Awards 2025 Full List of Winners

The 31st Screen Actors Guild (SAG) Awards took place at the Shrine Auditorium & Expo Hall in Los Angeles, celebrating outstanding performances in film and television. Hosted by Kristen Bell and streamed live on Netflix, the event honoured actors and ensembles for their exceptional work over the past year.
A major highlight of the evening was Jane Fonda receiving the SAG Life Achievement Award for her outstanding career and humanitarian efforts. In her speech, she emphasised the importance of empathy and unions in the entertainment industry.
The top film winners are:
Best Cast in a Motion Picture: Conclave (Surprise winner)
Best Male Actor in a Leading Role: Timothée Chalamet (A Complete Unknown, as Bob Dylan)
Best Female Actor in a Leading Role: Demi Moore (The Substance, as Elisabeth)
Best Male Actor in a Supporting Role: Kieran Culkin (A Real Pain, as Benji Kaplan)
Best Female Actor in a Supporting Role: Zoe Saldaña (Emilia Pérez, as Rita)
Best Stunt Ensemble in a Motion Picture: The Fall Guy

Feb 26, 2025

SpikeOn Services Private Limited "Top Marketing Agency for Luxury Interiors and Architecture Bran...

SpikeOn Services Private Limited, a leading name in the luxury marketing industry, was honoured with the prestigious title of 'Top Marketing Agency for Luxury Interiors and Architecture Brands' under the Bharat Innovators category at the Crafting Bharat Awards 2025.
SpikeOn Services Private Limited is a cutting-edge digital marketing agency specializing in luxury interiors and architecture brands. The company is dedicated to elevating premium brands by crafting high-impact marketing strategies tailored to the exclusivity and elegance of the luxury market.

Ministry of Ayush Felicitates Ayurveda Stalwarts with 'National Dhanwantari Ayurveda Awards'

The Ministry of Ayush, Government of India, conferred the prestigious National Dhanwantari Ayurveda Awards for the current year (2025) on three distinguished practitioners for their exceptional contributions to the field of traditional Indian medicine. Prataprao Jadhav, Union Minister of State (IC), Ministry of Ayush and Minister of State, Ministry of Health & Family Welfare, conferred the awards upon the three distinguished Vaidyas during an event held at Mumbai.
This year's recipients of the coveted award are Vaidya Tara Chand Sharma, renowned Nadi Vaidya and author; Vaidya Maya Ram Uniyal, a distinguished scholar of Dravyaguna Vigyana with six decades of service; and Vaidya Sameer Govind Jamadagni, founder of the Vishwa Vyakhyanmala national conference. Each recipient received a citation, a trophy featuring the Statue of lord Dhanwantari, and a cash prize of Rs. 5 Lakh. The National Dhanwantari Ayurveda Awards represent India's commitment to advancing holistic healthcare while preserving traditional medical knowledge.

Feb 25, 2025

IIMCAA Awards 2025

Writer-lyricist Neelesh Misra and NGO 'Goonj' founder Anshu Gupta were jointly conferred the 'Alumni of the Year' award by the Indian Institute of Mass Communication, which held the 9th edition of the IIMC Alumni Association Awards in New Delhi.
BBC Hindi journalist Sarvapriya Sangwan was awarded the 'Journalist of the Year'. Around 80 IIMC alumni who graduated from the institute 25 years ago were given silver jubilee honours at the ceremony.
As part of the committee awards, Prof Ashok Ogra from Delhi, Jahnabi Phookan from Guwahati, Sujata Sabnis from Pune, Prof Shambhu Nath Singh from Tezpur and Dr Medini Prasad Roy from Delhi were honoured with Lifetime Achievement Award. The Public Service Award was given to Jamshedpur SSP Kishor Kaushal and social worker Aditya Vardhan from Gaya. Ketan Tanna from Maharashtra, Sudhansu Kumar Patro from Odisha and Marinder Mishra from Uttar Pradesh received the Connecting Alumni of the year award, while the IIMCAA Gujarat Committee was given the Connecting Chapter of the year award.

Sunil Bharti Mittal Receives Honorary Knighthood by British High Commission

Bharti Enterprises founder and chairman, Sunil Bharti Mittal, was awarded an Honorary Knighthood (KBE) for his contributions to strengthening India-UK business relations. Mittal received the Knight Commander of the Most Excellent Order of the British Empire (KBE) at a special investiture ceremony at the British High Commissioner's residence in New Delhi. This honour was conferred under King Charles III, making him the first Indian citizen to receive it during the new monarch's reign. Mittal has played a key role in enhancing trade and investment between the two nations, contributing significantly through Airtel Africa, Eutelsat OneWeb, and his leadership in the India-UK CEO Forum.

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