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AWARDS AND HONOURS - January 2025

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Mar 29, 2026

Nandamuri Balakrishna receives Lifetime Achievement at IFFD 2026

Veteran Telugu actor Nandamuri Balakrishna was honoured with the Lifetime Achievement Award at the International Film Festival of Delhi (IFFD) 2026. The accolade recognises his five-decade-long contribution to Indian cinema and his versatility across genres. The ceremony took place at Bharat Mandapam, New Delhi, in the presence of cinema professionals and dignitaries. Balakrishna, celebrated for his sustained impact on Telugu cinema, was praised for his prolific body of work and influence on regional film industries. The event underscored IFFD 2026’s aim to celebrate cinematic excellence and long-standing industry leaders.

Balakrishna received IFFD 2026 Lifetime Achievement Award.
IFFD 2026 ceremony held at Bharat Mandapam, Delhi.
Award commemorates 50 years in Balakrishna’s film career.
Festival highlighted contributions to Indian regional cinema.
Presence of notable cinema personalities at the event.

‘People’s Padma’ on Akashvani features Padma Shri awardee Mishra

As part of the series ‘People’s Padma’ on Akashvani, Odisha-born writer and educator Mahendra Kumar Mishra will be honoured with the Padma Shri for literature and education. The upcoming episode will air at 9:10 AM on 100.1 Akashvani Gold, with availability on the NEWSONAIR App and the NEWSONAIROFFICIAL YouTube channel. The feature recognises Mishra’s contributions to regional literature and educational initiatives, highlighting his role in promoting literacy and cultural heritage. Akashvani’s program underscores the ongoing celebration of Padma awardees and their societal impact.

Mahendra Kumar Mishra to be conferred Padma Shri for literature and education.
Akashvani series ‘People’s Padma’ features Mishra at 9:10 AM on 100.1 FM.
Streaming available via NEWSONAIR App and YouTube channel.
Mishra recognised for contributions to Odisha’s literature and education.
Padma Shri honors lifelong public service in arts and education.

Mar 22, 2026

Nita Ambani Receives Honorary Doctorate from KIIT

Nita Ambani, Founder and Chairperson of Reliance Foundation, was conferred with an Honorary Doctorate (D.Litt. Honoris Causa) by the Kalinga Institute of Industrial Technology (KIIT), Bhubaneswar. The award recognises her contributions to education, healthcare, and social development across India through the Reliance Foundation. KIIT cited her transformative work in improving access to education, rural development, healthcare delivery, and disaster response, noting how her initiatives empower marginalised communities and advance sustainable development. The convocation highlighted collaboration between sectoral leadership and higher education to advance inclusive growth in India.

Nita Ambani is Founder and Chairperson of Reliance Foundation.
Honoris Causa: Doctorate of Literature (D.Litt.).
Awarded by KIIT, Bhubaneswar.
Recognition for education, healthcare, rural development, disaster response.
Emphasises social impact and sustainable development.

Mar 21, 2026

Rituparna Sengupta honoured with Women Empowerment Award in UK Parliament

Indian actress Rituparna Sengupta has been honoured with the Women Empowerment Award for Art and Culture at the UK House of Commons, London, during International Women’s Day events. The ceremony at Westminster was hosted by GloWomen CiC to celebrate women’s achievements across arts and public life. UK Members of Parliament Seema Malhotra and Virendra Sharma presented the award, acknowledging Sengupta’s work in film, theatre, and social initiatives. The recognition highlights the global reach of Indian cinema and the role of women in shaping cultural dialogue. Sengupta expressed gratitude for the honour and emphasized empowerment through arts, education, and leadership.

Award: Women Empowerment Award for Art and Culture
Location: House of Commons, Westminster, UK
Presented by: Seema Malhotra and Virendra Sharma
Organiser: GloWomen CiC
Significance: demonstrates global impact of Indian cinema

Mar 20, 2026

Kaveh Madani Wins 2026 Stockholm Water Prize

Kaveh Madani, director of UNU-INWEH, received the 2026 Stockholm Water Prize, announced on 18 March 2026 at UNESCO Paris. He is the youngest recipient in the prize’s 35-year history and the first United Nations official to win. The prize recognises his work combining science, policy engagement, diplomacy, and public outreach in water research. The award will be presented in August during World Water Week in Stockholm. Madani’s achievements highlight integrated approaches to water-security challenges amid global climate pressures and water governance debates.

Kaveh Madani awarded 2026 Stockholm Water Prize
Announcement made on 18 March 2026 at UNESCO Paris
Youngest recipient in 35-year history
First United Nations official to win the prize
Award to be presented in August in Stockholm

Mar 19, 2026

William Dalrymple wins 2026 Mark Lynton History Prize

Historian William Dalrymple has been awarded the 2026 Mark Lynton History Prize for his book The Golden Road: How Ancient India Transformed the World. The prize carries a cash award of ten thousand dollars and recognises outstanding historical writing that combines rigorous research with engaging narrative. The award is administered by the Nieman Foundation for Journalism and the Columbia University School of Journalism, and is named after Mark Lynton. Dalrymple’s work was praised for its scholarly depth, accessible storytelling, and relevance to global history, highlighting India’s long influence on world development.

Winner: William Dalrymple
Book: The Golden Road: How Ancient India Transformed the World
Prize: $10,000; administered by Nieman Foundation and Columbia J School
Lauded for scholarly depth and narrative quality
Highlights India’s influence on global history

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