Category: Awards, Honours & Persons in News

Union Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw recently honored outstanding railway officials and zones at the 69th Ati Vishisht Rail Seva Puraskar ceremony in New Delhi. The event recognized the dedication of 101 railway officials and awarded 22 shields to top-performing zones. Significant Achievements in Indian Railways Indian Railways has made remarkable progress over the past decade. Key…

Prime Minister Narendra Modi has recently been awarded the Order of Mubarak Al-Kabeer, Kuwait’s highest national honour. This recognition was presented by Sheikh Meshal Al-Ahmad Al-Jaber Al-Sabah, the Amir of Kuwait, which signifies strong friendship and goodwill between nations. Significance of the Award The Order of Mubarak Al-Kabeer is reserved for foreign Heads of State…

Goa recently commemorated its 63rd Liberation Day, on December 19, 2024, marking the end of Portuguese colonial rule in 1961, followed by 451 years of foreign domination. President Droupadi Murmu acknowledged the contributions of freedom fighters and the armed forces, expressing her wishes for a prosperous future for the people of Goa. Historical Context of…

Easterine Kire, a prominent writer from Nagaland, has been honored with the Sahitya Akademi Award for 2024 and announced its annual awards in 21 languages recently. Kire received the award for her novel Spirit Nights, published by Simon and Schuster India, which explores a haunting tale from the Chang Naga tribe of Nagaland. Award Categories…

Arun Kapur, an esteemed Indian educationist, received a prestigious honour from Bhutan’s King Jigme Khesar Namgyel, which occurred during Bhutan’s 117th National Day celebrations in Thimphu on December 17, 2024. Mr. Kapur was awarded the ‘Bura Marp’ (red scarf) and ‘Patang’ (ceremonial sword), titles typically reserved for senior officials and also gained the honourary title…

Tom Cruise has recently been honored with the US Navy’s Distinguished Public Service Award, marking his contributions to the military through his cinematic work. The award was presented to him at Longcross Film Studios in Chertsey, Surrey. Impact of Top Gun on Military Recruitment The 1986 film Top Gun played an important role in boosting…

Georgia has recently witnessed a political shift with the election of Mikheil Kavelashvili as the new president. His election comes amidst rising discontent regarding the government’s decision to postpone the country’s European Union accession until 2028. Kavelashvili, a former footballer and member of the ruling Georgian Dream party, was the sole candidate for the presidency…

The Vice President of India, Shri Jagdeep Dhankhar, recently inaugurated the Geological Survey of India (GSI) Geoscience Museum in Gwalior, Madhya Pradesh. The ceremony featured a ribbon-cutting and plaque unveiling, showcasing a blend of tradition and modern innovation. Numerous dignitaries attended, denoting the event’s significance. Museum Overview The GSI Geoscience Museum aims to educate visitors…

The Union Cabinet, under Prime Minister Narendra Modi, has recently approved the “One Nation, One Election” Bill, which aims to synchronize elections for the Lok Sabha, state assemblies, and local bodies in a single year. The proposal has been objective for the ruling BJP, featured in their 2014 and 2019 manifestos. The bill will be…

The National Panchayat Awards 2024 honored 45 exemplary Panchayats, and took place on December 11, 2024, at Vigyan Bhawan, New Delhi, presided over by the Hon’ble President of India, Smt. Droupadi Murmu. The Hon’ble Union Minister of Panchayati Raj, Shri Rajiv Ranjan Singh, also attended and the awards celebrated efforts in sustainable and inclusive rural…