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June 24, 2026 1:00 PM

R. Madhavan dedicates his Padma Shri to the ‘magic of cinema’

Actor R. Madhavan, who was recently seen in the blockbuster, ‘Dhurandhar: The Revenge’, has dedicated his Padma Shri to the “magic of cinema”. On Monday, the actor took to his Instagram, and shared a picture of himself receiving the Padma Shri from the President of India, Droupadi Murmu. He also penned a long note in the caption, as he expressed his gratitude, and spoke about the responsibility that the fourth-highest civilian award brings. He wrote, “I am deeply humbled and profoun...

June 24, 2026 2:01 AM

Padma Awards 2026: Rohit Sharma, Alka Yagnik, Vijay Amritraj among 65 honoured by President Murmu

President Droupadi Murmu on Tuesday conferred 65 Padma Awards at the second Civil Investiture Ceremony held at Rashtrapati Bhavan, with cricketer Rohit Sharma, singer Alka Yagnik, veteran women's hockey goalkeeper Savita Punia, tennis legend Vijay Amritraj and actor Mammootty among the prominent recipients. The ceremony was attended by Vice-President C. P. Radhakrishnan, Prime Minister Narendra Modi, Union Home Minister Amit Shah and other dignitaries. The awards presented included two Padma Vi...

May 26, 2026 9:09 AM

‘This honour belongs to everyone who believed in me’: Harmanpreet after receiving Padma Shri

India women’s cricket team captain Harmanpreet Kaur on Monday said receiving the Padma Shri was a moment of immense pride and gratitude, while dedicating the honour to everyone who supported her journey from a young dreamer to an international cricketer. Harmanpreet was conferred the country’s fourth-highest civilian award by President Droupadi Murmu during the Civil Investiture Ceremony at Rashtrapati Bhavan. Former India captain Rohit Sharma was the other cricketer to receive the honour t...

February 3, 2026 4:31 PM

‘My effort to win matches for my country will always continue’: Rohit Sharma on Padma Shri honour

Former Indian captain Rohit Sharma expressed his gratitude after being conferred with the Padma Shri, one of India’s highest civilian honours, calling it a special moment for him and his family. He also reiterated his commitment to continue contributing to Indian cricket. “Receiving the Padma Shri is a very special moment for me and my family. I thank the Government of India for this honour. I am also grateful to all those who have played an important role in my career. My effort to win mat...

May 28, 2025 3:46 PM

Golden archer, greater spirit: Harvinder Singh honoured with Padma Shri

Para-archer Harvinder Singh was conferred the Padma Shri by President Droupadi Murmu at Rashtrapati Bhavan on Tuesday, honouring his trailblazing achievements in Indian para-archery and his inspiring journey of resilience and success. Born on February 25, 1991, in a remote village in Haryana, Harvinder Singh defied early life challenges to etch his name in India’s sporting history. A childhood medical mishap resulted in a permanent disability in his left leg, but this adversity became the...

May 4, 2025 1:29 PM

Padma Shri awardee Baba Shivanand passes away at 128, PM Modi pays tribute

Renowned yoga practitioner and spiritual guru Baba Shivanand, a recipient of the Padma Shri award, passed away at the age of 128 in Varanasi due to health complications. Prime Minister Narendra Modi expressed grief over his demise. In a post on X, the Prime Minister said, "It is extremely saddening to hear about the demise of Shivanand Baba Ji, a yoga practitioner and resident of Kashi. His life, dedicated to yoga and sadhana, will continue to inspire generations. He was honoured with the Padma...

January 27, 2025 5:17 PM

Hariman Sharma, ‘The Apple Man of India,’ honoured with Padma Shri for Transforming Apple Cultivation in India

Hariman Sharma, a visionary farmer from Himachal Pradesh, has been honoured with the prestigious Padma Shri for his ground-breaking contribution to Indian agriculture. Sharma developed a self-pollinating, low-chilling apple variety called HRMN-99, which has revolutionised apple cultivation by enabling it to thrive in tropical and sub-tropical regions—where traditional apple farming was once considered impossible. According to a press release issued by the Ministry of Science & Technology ...

January 26, 2025 8:12 AM

PR Sreejesh receives Padma Bhushan; R Ashwin, Harvinder Singh among Padma Shri recipients

India's former hockey goalkeeper PR Sreejesh and former all-rounder R Ashwin were among the former and current players honoured with Padma awards on the eve of the 76th Republic Day. Sreejesh has been awarded the Padma Bhushan. Paris 2024 Paralympics gold medallist Harvinder Singh, former football captain Inivalappil Mani Vijayan, former spinner Ravichandran Ashwin, and coach Satyapal Singh have been awarded the Padma Shri. The Padma awards, among the country's highest civilian honours, are co...

September 16, 2024 5:55 PM

Varanasi’s wooden toy industry thrives with over Rs 40 crore annual turnover, Padma Shri awardee highlights significance

Varanasi's ancient wooden toy industry, once on the brink of collapse, is now witnessing a remarkable revival with an annual turnover of around Rs 45 crore. This thriving industry is not only providing employment opportunities for thousands of artisans, but also enriching homes worldwide with its exquisitely crafted toys and decorative items. Padma Shri awardee Godavari Singh, a renowned craftsman, highlighted the deep historical roots of the wooden toy industry in Varanasi, tracing its origins...