Current Affairs - Awards and Honours

Papua New Guinea appointed Col Edison Napyo as its first Defence Advisor to India, marking a significant development in bilateral relations between the two countries. The appointment underscores the warm and friendly relations enjoyed by India and Papua New Guinea, which formalized diplomatic ties in 1976. Port Moresby serves as the capital of Papua New Guinea, and the currency used is the Papua New Guinean Kina.

Professor Naima Khatoon has been appointed as the first woman Vice-Chancellor of Aligarh Muslim University (AMU), breaking a century-old glass ceiling. This historic appointment is significant, representing a step towards inclusive leadership and showcasing the government's commitment to empowering women in leadership roles.

Mohammed Salem, a Palestinian photographer working with Reuters, won the World Press Photo of the Year award in 2024. He received this prestigious award for his poignant photograph capturing the aftermath of the Israeli bombing in Gaza, showcasing the tragic loss and suffering caused by armed conflicts.

Ratan Tata, Chairman Emeritus of Tata Group, was honoured with the KISS Humanitarian Award 2021 for his global humanitarian efforts. The award ceremony, attended by notable personalities like N. Chandrasekaran and Ricky Kej, recognized Tata's philanthropic contributions and commitment to humanitarian causes, highlighting his significant impact on society.

Pavuluri Subba Rao, the Founder, CEO, and Chairman of Ananth Technologies, has been honoured with the 'Aryabhatta Award' by the Aeronautical Society of India (ASI) for his significant contributions to astronautics in India. This recognition highlights Rao's entrepreneurial success and pioneering contributions to the Indian space program through Ananth Technologies.