Current Affairs - Awards and Honours

Samir V Kamat has been granted a one-year extension as secretary, DDR&D, and chairman, of DRDO. He was appointed to these positions on August 25, 2022, and his extension is effective from June 1, 2024, till May 31, 2025, or until further orders.

Jetha Ahir, the Shehra MLA and former deputy speaker of the Gujarat Assembly, has been elected uncontested as the chairman of the National Agricultural Cooperative Marketing Federation of India (NAFED). This election marked a unanimous decision by the board, securing support from various quarters.

Srinivas R. Kulkarni, an Indian-origin U.S. scientist, has been awarded the prestigious Shaw Prize in Astronomy for 2024, recognizing his groundbreaking discoveries and contributions to the field of astronomy.

The UAE President conferred the First-Class Medal of Independence on Jose Aguero Avila, the outgoing Ambassador of Paraguay, in recognition of his efforts to strengthen bilateral relations between Paraguay and the UAE. This acknowledgement highlights the commitment of both countries to fostering diplomatic ties and cooperation.

NTPC, a public sector company, achieved the third rank globally in the Talent Development category at the ATD BEST Awards 2024, highlighting its exemplary human resource management practices and commitment to employee growth and development.