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AWARDS AND HONOURS - March 2024

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Apr 16, 2026

Sanju Samson named ICC Men’s Player of the Month for March 2026

Sanju Samson was named ICC Men’s Player of the Month for March 2026, following his strong performance in the ICC T20 World Cup 2026. He totaled 321 runs in the tournament, with March alone yielding 275 runs in three matches at an average of 137.50 and a strike rate near 200. Samson remained unbeaten on 97 against the West Indies in the quarterfinal, and produced 89‑run knocks in the semifinals against England and New Zealand, illustrating his role in India’s deep run in the event. The award recognises his decisive match-winning contributions and consistency across the World Cup campaign. His performances elevated India’s hopes for the global title.

Named ICC Men’s Player of the Month for March 2026.
321 runs in the T20 World Cup 2026; 275 runs in March.
Unbeaten 97 vs West Indies in the quarterfinal.
89-run knocks in the semifinals vs England and New Zealand.
Contributed to India’s strong World Cup campaign.

Melie Kerr named ICC Women’s Player of the Month for March 2026

Melie Kerr, captain of the New Zealand women’s team, has been named the ICC Women’s Player of the Month for March 2026. The award recognises her exceptional contributions with both bat and ball during New Zealand’s series against Zimbabwe and South Africa. Kerr claimed 16 wickets in three ODIs, including a career-best 7 for 34, alongside 140 runs with the bat. In the T20I series against South Africa, she scored 276 runs and helped New Zealand to a 4-1 victory. Her run of consistency included 11 consecutive scores of 30 or more, highlighting her impact in the shortest format and her overall all‑round influence for the team.

Named ICC Women’s Player of the Month for March 2026.
16 wickets in three ODIs; best figures 7/34.
140 runs in ODIs.
276 runs in T20Is vs South Africa; 4-1 series win.
11 consecutive scores of 30+ in T20Is.

Apr 08, 2026

Pakistani-born author Mahreen Sohail wins 2026 PEN/Faulkner Award for Small Scale Sinners

The PEN/Faulkner Award for fiction has been awarded to Mahreen Sohail for her debut collection, Small Scale Sinners. The stories move from a college campus to a training camp for child soldiers, and they probe desire, rage, love and loss across a wide spectrum of lives. The PEN/Faulkner Awards Committee Chair Lauren Francis-Sharma praised the volume for its sharp, striking prose and its ability to illuminate nearly every facet of humanity within a compact book. Sohail, born in Pakistan and now living in Washington, D.C., said she spent a decade mapping possible ways of being an independent woman in the world. The prize carries $15,000. Past winners include Philip Roth and Ann Patchett. Source: AP News, 6 April 2026. ([apnews.com](https://apnews.com/article/7da4de0062cbc991d142274c9fad2cee?utm_source=openai))

Award: 2026 PEN/Faulkner Award for fiction to Mahreen Sohail for Small Scale Sinners
Stories span settings from a college campus to a child-soldier training camp
Prose described as sharp and striking; broad portrayal of humanity
Sohail is originally from Pakistan and resides in Washington, D.C.
Prize amount is $15,000; notable past winners include Philip Roth and Ann Patchett

Apr 06, 2026

Chetak Screen Awards 2026: Dhurandhar’s 14 awards highlighted in latest coverage

Dhurandhar’s record-breaking 14 wins dominated the latest coverage of the Chetak Screen Awards 2026. Indian Express notes Ranveer Singh won Best Actor (Male) for Dhurandhar, and Aditya Dhar earned Best Director for the same film. Yami Gautam earned Best Actor (Female) for Haq’s portrayal of Shah Bano, while Homebound was named Best Film. The ceremony celebrated technical achievements across categories and recognized supporting performances, with Dharmendra posthumously receiving the Lifetime Achievement Award. The event was hosted by Alia Bhatt and Sunil Grover, and the winners’ list was streamed on SonyLIV and Sony Entertainment Television.

Dhurandhar: 14 wins
Best Actor (Male): Ranveer Singh
Best Actor (Female): Yami Gautam
Best Film: Homebound
Lifetime Achievement: Dharmendra

Apr 03, 2026

International Booker Prize 2026 shortlist announced

The International Booker Prize 2026 shortlist features six novels translated into English from diverse global authors. The selection explores human struggle, identity, exile, and resilience amid political unrest and psychological depth. Chair Natasha Brown noted the chosen works reflect hope, insight, and emotional resonance. The prize honors translated fiction published in the UK or Ireland and recognizes authors whose work has reached a broad audience through translation. Shortlisted authors represent multiple continents and languages, highlighting the prize’s commitment to diverse storytelling in contemporary world literature.

Shortlist comprises six translated novels for 2026.
Themes include exile, identity, resilience, and political unrest.
Judging chair: Natasha Brown.
Prize honors fiction translated into English published in the UK/ Ireland.
Diversity of authors and regions highlighted.

Mar 30, 2026

Ramnath Goenka Excellence in Journalism Awards 2026

The Ramnath Goenka Excellence in Journalism Awards 2026 recognized 24 journalists across 19 categories in New Delhi. The Ramnath Goenka Foundation administers these awards to celebrate fearless and impactful reporting across print, digital, and broadcast media. The event featured remarks from senior government officials about the importance of press freedom and journalistic integrity in safeguarding democracy. Winners were celebrated for investigative reporting, analysis, and public-service journalism, contributing to informed public discourse and accountability in governance.

Event: RNGS Excellence in Journalism Awards 2026
Location: New Delhi
Recipients: 24 journalists across 19 categories
Organization: Ramnath Goenka Foundation
Theme: fearless, impactful reporting

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