Current Affairs - Awards and Honours

Vice Admiral Sanjay Bhalla, AVSM, NM, with over 35 years of distinguished service, assumed the role of Chief of Personnel of the Indian Navy on 10 May 2024. His extensive career includes specialized roles in Communication and Electronic Warfare, commanding frontline warships, diplomatic assignments overseas, and critical staff appointments at the Naval Headquarters. He brings a wealth of experience and expertise to his new role in leading the personnel management of the Indian Navy.

R Shankar Raman has been elevated to the position of President at Larsen and Toubro (L&T) while continuing to hold his roles as the Whole-time Director and Chief Financial Officer (CFO) of the company.

Pawan Sindhi received the Global Pride of Sindhi Award 2024 in recognition of his remarkable contributions to society and his dedication to serving humanity. The award ceremony celebrated his achievements and emphasized the values of humanity, peace, and prosperity.

Subodh Kumar, a 2010-batch Indian Administrative Service (IAS) officer of Tamil Nadu cadre, has been appointed as Director in the Ministry of Ayush. His appointment, effective immediately, directs his release from his current post and highlights considerations for election-related duty if engaged in such responsibilities.

Visa has appointed Sujai Raina as the new Country Manager for India. In this role, Raina will lead Visa’s strategic initiatives in India's digital payments market, working closely with clients and the broader payments ecosystem. This appointment reflects Visa's commitment to India as a critical growth market and its focus on scaling digital payments through innovative solutions tailored to the country's needs.