Current Affairs - Awards and Honours

Kishor Makwana has assumed the charge as Chairman of the National Commission for Scheduled Castes in New Delhi, expressing his commitment to safeguarding the interests and rights of the Scheduled Castes community while ensuring justice and social harmony.

Devendra Jhajharia, a two-time Paralympic gold medalist in javelin throw, has been elected as the new President of the Paralympic Committee of India. He succeeds Deepa Malik and was the sole candidate for the position. Jhajharia's significant achievements in sports and his unopposed election reflect his prominence and trust within the Indian Paralympic community.

Krystyna Pyszkova represented the Czech Republic as the winner of Miss World 2024.

India has been honoured with the prestigious 'Measles and Rubella Champion' Award by The Measles and Rubella Partnership for its outstanding efforts in preventing measles and rubella diseases. The award ceremony took place in Washington D.C., USA, as highlighted.

Manish Prasad has been appointed as the new president and managing director for the Indian Subcontinent region by SAP, succeeding Kulmeet Bawa. With over two decades of experience, Prasad is a technology veteran and a seasoned business leader at SAP, known for delivering strategic outcomes across various industries.