Current Affairs - Awards and Honours

Ruskin Bond, an eminent English author known for his extensive body of work including over 300 short stories, essays, and novels, was awarded the prestigious Sahitya Akademi Fellowship. He has received several other accolades throughout his career, including the Sahitya Akademi Award, Padma Shri, and Padma Bhushan for his contributions to literature.

Dileep Sanghani has been elected as the Chairman of IFFCO during its 15th RGB elections for the Board of Directors. His leadership marks a significant milestone in cooperative governance, reflecting the fair and transparent manner in which the elections were conducted.

N Chandrasekaran, the chairman of Tata Sons, is poised to become the chairman of Tata Electronics, showcasing Tata Group's commitment to its semiconductor business. His appointment reflects strategic leadership in steering the conglomerate's semiconductor push, attracting top talent like Randhir Thakur and Srinivas Satya to drive Tata Electronics' growth in the semiconductor industry.

The Hindu triumphed at the 6th International Newspaper Design Competition, winning awards like 'Best of Show' and 'Gold in Best of Sports Page' for its feature on Neeraj Chopra's athletic prowess.

R. Lakshmi Kanth Rao has been appointed as the Executive Director at RBI, effective May 10, 2024. In this role, he will oversee the Deposit Insurance and Credit Guarantee Corporation, ensuring the protection of depositors' interests and handling matters concerning the Right to Information Act and communication within the RBI. Rao brings over 30 years of experience in banking regulation, supervision, and consumer protection, contributing significantly to policy formulation and serving in various capacities such as banking ombudsman and regional director.