Current Affairs - Awards and Honours

Kareena Kapoor Khan has been appointed as the National Ambassador for UNICEF India, recognizing her longstanding association and dedication to children's rights and welfare.

Sanjaya Kumar Mishra, the former Chief Justice of the High Court of Jharkhand, has been appointed to lead the GST Appellate Tribunal. This tribunal serves as a specialized body for resolving disputes related to GST and operates to provide efficient and timely resolutions.

Gina Justus, an English High School teacher in Sharjah, UAE, won the regional Cambridge Dedicated Teacher Award for the MENA region in 2024. Her recognition highlights her exceptional dedication to teaching and charity work, making her a role model for educators.

Sanjaya Kumar Mishra has been appointed as the President of GSTAT, aiming to enhance the efficiency of resolving disputes related to Goods & Services Tax (GST) for businesses.

Shashi Bhushan Singh, a 2010-batch IRTS officer, has been appointed as the Secretary of the National Jute Board in Kolkata under the Ministry of Textiles for a five-year term or until further orders. The Central Government approved this appointment via an order from the Department of Personnel and Training (DoPT).