Current Affairs - Awards and Honours

CP Radhakrishnan, the Governor of Jharkhand, has been appointed as the in-charge governor of Telangana after Tamilisai Soundararajan's resignation, making him the third person from Tamil Nadu to hold this position in Telangana.

Thodur Madabusi Krishna, a prominent Carnatic musician, has been awarded the prestigious Sangita Kalanidhi for 2024, considered a highly esteemed accolade in the realm of Carnatic music. Known for his powerful vocals and iconoclastic approach to music, Krishna's recognition reflects his significant contributions to the art form.

Arvind Kapil, a retail banking veteran from HDFC Bank, has been appointed as the Managing Director & Chief Executive Officer of Poonawalla Fincorp, bringing his extensive expertise to lead the company's growth and development strategies.

Vinay Kumar, a 1992 batch IFS officer currently serving as India's Ambassador to Myanmar, has been appointed as the next Ambassador of India to Russia, aiming to strengthen the strategic partnership between India and Russia.

Sheetal Devi, a renowned Para-archer and Arjuna Awardee was announced as the National Icon in the Persons with Disabilities (PwD) category during the exhibition cricket match organized by the Election Commission of India (ECI) and the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI).