Current Affairs - Awards and Honours

Pratima Singh, an officer of the Indian Revenue Service (IRS), has been appointed as the Director of the Department of Promotion of Industry and Internal Trade (DPIIT). This appointment, made under the Central Staffing Scheme, highlights the government's focus on utilizing skilled professionals like Singh to drive industrial and trade promotion initiatives effectively.

Dr Bina Modi, the Chairperson and Managing Director of Modi Enterprises - KK Modi Group, was honoured for her exceptional contribution to Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) during the inauguration of a new building for the Society of Indian Law Firms (SILF). Her leadership in uplifting vulnerable communities and supporting education initiatives reflects her commitment to social empowerment.

Vice Admiral Krishna Swaminathan was appointed Vice Chief of Naval Staff on 01 May 2024. He has served in various key roles across operational, staff, and training segments and has commanded notable ships like INS Vikramaditya.

Justice Dinesh Kumar assumed the role of Presiding Officer of the Securities Appellate Tribunal (SAT) on April 29, 2024. He was appointed by the government of India for a four-year term, bringing his extensive legal experience, including serving as the chief justice of the Karnataka High Court, to the tribunal.

Krishna Ella, the co-founder and executive chairman of Bharat Biotech, has been appointed as the new president of the Indian Vaccine Manufacturers Association (IVMA) for the next two years, effective April 2024. This appointment marks a significant development in the leadership of IVMA, succeeding Adar C. Poonawala. Ella's appointment reflects the industry's focus on global health, equitable access to vaccines, and adherence to international health standards.