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Padma Awards 2026: Dharmendra, Satish Shah honoured posthumously; Mammootty, R Madhavan, Alka Yagnik conferred

Padma Awards 2026: Dharmendra, Satish Shah honoured posthumously; Mammootty, R Madhavan, Alka Yagnik conferred

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India’s biggest civilian honours, the Padma Awards, were presented at a ceremony in Delhi on Monday evening. Celebrated names from cinema, music and theatre were conferred with the Padma Vibhushan, Padma Bhushan, and Padma Shri. Dharmendra and Satish Shah were conferred with Padma awards posthumously, while stars such as R Madhavan, Mammootty and Alka Yagnik received the awards in person from President Droupadi Murmu at Rashtrapati Bhavan. (Also Read: Ahana Deol breaks down as emotional Hema Malini accepts Dharmenda’s posthumous Padma Vibhushan at Padma Awards 2026) Padma Awards 2026: Hema Malini received Dharmendra’s Padma Vibhushan from President of India. Posthumous Padma awards for Dharmendra, Satish Shah Dharmendra was conferred with a posthumous Padma Vibhushan, which was received by Hema Malini on Monday. Satish Shah was conferred the Padma Shri, and adman Piyush Pandey was conferred the Padma Bhushan. Yumnam Jatra Singh of Manipur and R Krishnan from Tamil Nadu were also conferred the Padma Shri. Dharmendra had a career spanning 65 years and died on November 24 last year, days before his 90th birthday. He …

Ishaan Khatter conferred with honorary membership of 45 Cavalry of the Indian Armoured Corps: ‘Honour of a lifetime’

Ishaan Khatter conferred with honorary membership of 45 Cavalry of the Indian Armoured Corps: ‘Honour of a lifetime’

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Ishaan Khatter is in his military era! The actor has been conferred with an honorary membership of the 45 Cavalry of the Indian Armoured Corps in recognition of his portrayal of a 45 Cavalry officer in Pippa and for the respect he showed towards the regiment’s values and legacy. The 30-year-old actor shared glimpses from the special ceremony on social media, expressing his gratitude and deep sense of honour at receiving the prestigious title. Ishaan Khatter said it was the honour of a lifetime to receive recognition of the Indian Armoured Corps. (PTI) Also Read | Ishaan Khatter on turning 30: People say 30s are like your 20s, but you know yourself better, and have more money! The 2023 film is a biographical war drama inspired by the life of Captain Balram Singh Mehta of India’s 45 Cavalry regiment, who fought alongside his siblings on the eastern front during the Indo-Pakistan War of 1971. Named after the Soviet amphibious war tank PT-76, the film draws from real events surrounding the Battle of Garibpur in 1971. …

PM Modi conferred with ‘Speaker of the Knesset Medal’ by Israeli Parliament, first Indian PM to receive honour| India News

PM Modi conferred with ‘Speaker of the Knesset Medal’ by Israeli Parliament, first Indian PM to receive honour| India News

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Prime Minister Narendra Modi was conferred with the “Speaker of the Knesset Medal” by Israel’s Parliament on Wednesday, becoming the first Indian prime minister to receive the legislature’s highest honour. Prime Minister Narendra Modi was conferred with “Speaker of the Knesset Medal” by the Israeli Parliament on Wednesday. (X/PMO India) Knesset Speaker Amir Ohana presented the award to the prime minister following his address to the Israeli Parliament. The medal was bestowed in recognition of the prime minister’s exceptional contribution, underpinned by his personal leadership, to advancing strategic relations between India and Israel. Modi is among the few global leaders to have received top civilian honours from both Israel and Palestine. In 2018, he was conferred the Grand Collar of the State of Palestine, the highest Palestinian award granted to foreign dignitaries. Follow here for live updates Israeli PM’s welcome to PM Modi Earlier, Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu welcomed Prime Minister Narendra Modi ahead of his address to the Knesset, describing him as “a great friend of Israel, a great champion of the Indian-Israeli …

Allu Arjun’s Pushpa 2 co-star Sreeleela conferred with MBBS degree; Video

Allu Arjun’s Pushpa 2 co-star Sreeleela conferred with MBBS degree; Video

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At the age of 16, Sreeleela stepped into the acting realm as a child artist. Even though her journey to becoming a popular actress started at a very young age, she didn’t give up on her dream of becoming a doctor. Hence, she juggled between studios and studies, and her hard work has finally paid off. The Pushpa 2 fame was recently conferred with an MBBS degree at the convocation ceremony. Sreeleela receives a medical degree At a very young age, Sreeleela has achieved things many can only dream of. The actress made her big screen debut as an adult with the 2019 Kannada-language film Kiss. Then came her Telugu debut, Pelli SandaD, for which she was highly praised. In the past nine years, the 24-year-old actress has been part of many big projects, including Bhagavanth Kesari and Allu Arjun‘s Pushpa 2: The Rule. Evidently, she has proved her mettle as a talented actress. But amid her busy schedule, she has also been concentrating on completing her MBBS degree with an aim to become a doctor. …

Astronaut Shubhanshu Shukla Conferred With Ashok Chakra, India’s Highest Peacetime Military Medal | India News

Astronaut Shubhanshu Shukla Conferred With Ashok Chakra, India’s Highest Peacetime Military Medal | India News

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Last Updated:January 26, 2026, 10:59 IST President Droupadi Murmu presented the award on Monday during the 77th Republic Day parade, making Shukla one of the few recipients of the honour. Group Captain Shubhanshu Shukla awarded Ashok Chakra | ANI Image Indian Air Force Group Captain and astronaut Shubhanshu Shukla has been conferred the Ashok Chakra, India’s highest peacetime gallantry award, in recognition of his exceptional service, including his role in the landmark Axiom Mission to the International Space Station (ISS). President Droupadi Murmu presented the award on Monday during the 77th Republic Day parade, making Shukla one of the few recipients of the honour to be recognised at the ceremonial event. Only the Ashok Chakra and the Param Vir Chakra, India’s highest wartime gallantry award, are traditionally conferred at the Republic Day parade. Shukla scripted history last year by becoming the first Indian to visit the ISS and only the second Indian to travel to space after Squadron Leader Rakesh Sharma’s mission in 1984. Notably, Sharma was also a recipient of the Ashok Chakra. On …

Republic Day: Gallantry Awards To Be Conferred On 70 Armed Forces Personnel, Including 6 Posthumous | India News

Republic Day: Gallantry Awards To Be Conferred On 70 Armed Forces Personnel, Including 6 Posthumous | India News

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Last Updated:January 25, 2026, 22:04 IST The awards will be formally conferred during Republic Day celebrations on Monday. Indian Armed Forces’ Daredevils team performs stunts during rehearsals for the Republic Day Parade in New Delhi. (PTI photo) President Droupadi Murmu on Sunday approved gallantry awards for 70 Armed Forces personnel in recognition of their exceptional courage, leadership and sacrifice, on the eve of the 77th Republic Day. The list also includes six posthumous honours. According to an official statement, the awards include one Ashok Chakra, three Kirti Chakras, and 13 Shaurya Chakras, including one posthumous. The President has also approved one Bar to the Sena Medal (Gallantry), 44 Sena Medals (Gallantry), including five posthumous awards, six Nao Sena Medals (Gallantry), and two Vayu Sena Medals (Gallantry). Group Captain Shubhanshu Shukla will be conferred the Ashok Chakra, the country’s highest peacetime gallantry award. He created history by becoming the first Indian to visit the International Space Station. The Kirti Chakra will be awarded to Group Captain Prasanth Balakrishnan Nair, Major Arshdeep Singh and Naib Subedar Doleshwar …

Pawan Kalyan Conferred ‘Tiger Of Martial Arts’ Title, Earns Global Recognition In Kenjutsu | India News

Pawan Kalyan Conferred ‘Tiger Of Martial Arts’ Title, Earns Global Recognition In Kenjutsu | India News

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Last Updated:January 11, 2026, 23:21 IST Pawan Kalyan, receives the Tiger of Martial Arts title and 5th Dan black belt, marking a historic achievement in Japanese martial arts. Pawan Kalyan achieves historic global recognition in Japanese martial arts. Telugu superstar and Andhra Pradesh Deputy Chief Minister Pawan Kalyan has been conferred the prestigious ‘Tiger of Martial Arts’ title by the Golden Dragons organisation, marking a major milestone in his journey in Japanese martial arts. He was formally inducted into Kenjutsu, the ancient Japanese art of swordsmanship, and awarded the 5th Dan black belt by the Sogo Budo Kanri Kai, one of the most respected authorities in traditional Japanese martial arts. Pawan Kalyan also became the first Telugu-speaking person to be inducted into the Takeda Shingen Clan under the lineage of Soke Muramatsu Sensei outside Japan, an honour rarely extended beyond Japanese practitioners. A video capturing his progression from a karate black belt to a katana master, set to music by Thaman S, sparked widespread fan celebrations and drew praise from filmmakers including Sujeeth, reflecting his …

Nritya Kalanidhi award conferred on Urmila Satyanarayanan

Nritya Kalanidhi award conferred on Urmila Satyanarayanan

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Takahashi Muneo, Consul-General, Consulate General of Japan, giving away the award to Urmila Satyanarayanan at the Music Academy’s 19th Dance Festival on Saturday, in the presence of Academy president N. Murali. | Photo Credit: Srinath M. Bharatanatyam exponent Urmila Satyanarayanan was presented the Nritya Kalanidhi award at the 19th Dance Festival, inaugurated at the Music Academy in the city on Saturday (January 3, 2026). Presenting the award, Takahashi Muneo, Consul-General, Consulate General of Japan in Chennai, said the honour recognised not only her artistic excellence but also her lifelong commitment to the preservation and propagation of Bharatanatyam. Drawing parallels between Indian and Japanese dance traditions, he noted that classical Japanese forms such as Noh, Kabuki and Nihon Buyo emphasise controlled movement and discipline — aspects that resonate strongly with Indian classical dances. Both traditions, he said, share a deep respect for heritage and the teacher-disciple lineage. Observing that Bharatanatyam had gained wide appreciation in Japan, Mr. Muneo said many Japanese students had travelled to India to learn the dance form, while several renowned Indian dancers …

PM Modi conferred with Ethiopia’s highest honour, dedicates award to ‘people of India’

PM Modi conferred with Ethiopia’s highest honour, dedicates award to ‘people of India’

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Updated on: Dec 16, 2025 11:51 pm IST As he accepted the honour, he dedicated the award to 140 crore ‘people of India’. Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Tuesday was conferred with Ethiopia’s highest award – the ‘Great Honor Nishan of Ethiopia’. As he accepted the honour, he dedicated the award to 140 crore ‘people of India’. Prime Minister Narendra Modi, and Ethiopian Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed Ali (DPR PMO) As per the official statement from the Ministry of External Affairs, a special ceremony was hosted at the Addis International Convention Centre where the Prime Minister of Ethiopia, Dr. Abiy Ahmed conferred the highest award of Ethiopia to the Indian prime minister for “his exceptional contribution towards strengthening India-Ethiopia partnership and for his visionary leadership as a global statesman.” “Prime Minister Modi dedicated the award to all those – Indians and Ethiopians – who have nurtured the bilateral ties for ages and conveyed heartfelt gratitude on behalf of the 1.4 billion Indians for being bestowed with this honour. The conferment of the award marks a …

Neeraj Chopra conferred with Lieutenant Colonel rank in Territorial Army

Neeraj Chopra conferred with Lieutenant Colonel rank in Territorial Army

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Neeraj Chopra is widely considered the greatest athlete India has ever produced Neeraj Chopra has been conferred with the honorary rank of Lieutenant Colonel in the Territorial Army on Tuesday. The double Olympic medalist’s appointment, which was published in The Gazette of India, came into effect on April 16. Neeraj, who starts his season on Friday at the Doha Diamond League, was earlier conferred the rank of Subedar Major in 2024. “No 3 (E) dated 9th May 2025 in exercise of the powers conferred by Para -31 of the Territorial Army Regulations, 1948, the president is pleased to confer on sEx- Sub Maj Neeraj Chopra, PVSM, Padma Shri, VSM, Village & Post Office Khandra, Panipat, Haryana with effect from 16 April, 2025,” a statement from Major General GS Choudhry, Joint Secretary, Department of Military Affairs, read.