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AWARDS AND HONOURS - July 2023

Jul 2023

Dec 23, 2024

Narendra Modi Conferred with Order of Mubarak Al Kabeer by Kuwait

Prime Minister Narendra Modi, who was on a two-day visit to Kuwait, was awarded the country's highest honour–the 'Order of Mubarak Al Kabeer' by his Kuwaiti counterpart Sheikh Ahmed Abdullah Al-Ahmad Al-Sabah. The honour is a Kuwaiti knighthood awarded to Heads of State, foreign sovereigns, and members of foreign royal families as a symbol of friendship.
This award is the 20th international honour in the list of international awards Modi was conferred with by foreign nations.

Dec 20, 2024

Bhutan Confers Royal Honour on Indian Educationist Arun Kapur

Indian educationist Arun Kapur, known for his contributions to education in India, Bhutan, and Oman, was honoured by Bhutan's King Jigme Khesar Namgyel. At the 117th Bhutanese National Day celebrations, held at the Changlimithang stadium in Thimphu, Kapur was conferred the prestigious Red Scarf and the title 'Dasho', a rare honour usually given to senior Bhutanese officials. This marks another milestone in his long-standing association with Bhutan's educational development.

Dec 19, 2024

Kiran Mazumdar-Shaw Wins Jamsetji Tata Award for Biosciences Leadership

Kiran Mazumdar-Shaw, Chairperson of Biocon Group, was awarded the prestigious Jamsetji Tata Award by the Indian Society for Quality (ISQ) for her exceptional contributions to the biosciences sector in India. The award recognises her role in leading Biocon to a global position while maintaining an unwavering focus on quality. This recognition highlights her pioneering efforts since 1978 in establishing Biocon as a world leader in the biotechnology industry, and her impact on patients worldwide.
The Jamsetji Tata Award, instituted by ISQ in 2004, is named after Jamsetji Tata, the founder of the Tata Group, and celebrates business leaders who have demonstrated exceptional quality, innovation, and commitment to society.
The award was presented during the ISQ Annual Conference 2024, held in Bengaluru.

Dec 18, 2024

Tom Cruise Honoured with US Navy's Highest Civilian Award

Tom Cruise was awarded the US Navy's highest civilian honour for "outstanding contributions" to the military with his screen roles.
Cruise's lead role in the 1986 smash hit Top Gun shot him into celebrity status, and the film's record-breaking success spiked military enlistment.
The Distinguished Public Service Award was presented to Cruise during a ceremony at the Longcross Film Studios in Chertsey, Surrey.
Cruise expressed his gratitude for the extraordinary acknowledgement.

Dec 17, 2024

IIT-Roorkee Awarded CII's Most Innovative Institution Award 2024

The Indian Institute of Technology, Roorkee was awarded the Confederation of Indian Industry (CII)'s Most Innovative Institution Award 2024, marking the fifth consecutive year of this distinguished recognition.
It highlights IIT Roorkee's dedication to fostering a vibrant innovation ecosystem. The Institute has consistently excelled in translating groundbreaking research into practical solutions that address critical societal challenges. By forging strong partnerships with industry, IIT Roorkee has created a dynamic platform for knowledge exchange and collaborative problem-solving.

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