New Delhi, June 22 (IANS) Tennis legend Vijay Amritraj credited Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s support for sports and stressed the importance of nurturing young talent after being conferred the Padma Bhushan, India’s third-highest civilian award.The former Davis Cup player said he was deeply honoured to receive this prestigious recognition for his contribution to Indian sport. “I think I’m truly honoured; I’m thrilled and delighted. I’m humbled by this incredible award from the Government of Ind…
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Thiruvananthapuram, June 20 (IANS) Malayalam literature lost one of its distinctive voices with the demise of Padma Shri P. Narayana Kurup, the poet, critic, satirist and scholar who blended classical traditions with contemporary thought. He was 91.Kurup passed away in the state capital on Saturday night.A poet who wielded words as a powerful tool against social evils, injustice and hypocrisy, Kurup carved a unique space in Malayalam poetry through his sharp observations, wit and lucid style.He …
New Delhi, June 20 (IANS) President Droupadi Murmu will present Padma Awards for 2026 at the Civil Investiture Ceremony-II at Rashtrapati Bhawan in New Delhi on June 23, with former Union Minister Shibu Soren, Tennis star Vijay Amritraj, actor Mammootty and singer Alka Yagnik figuring among the 65 awardees, an official said on Saturday. Vice-President C.P. Radhakrishnan, Prime Minister Narendra Modi, Union Home Minister and Cooperation Minister Amit Shah, Union Ministers and other dignitaries wi…
New Delhi, June 19 (IANS) Padma Shri and Paralympic gold medallist Praveen Kumar has revealed that one of his biggest goals outside athletics is to fulfil his father’s long-cherished dream of building a hospital, a project he hopes to complete by 2028.The para high jumper opened up about the sacrifices made by his family during his sporting journey and how those experiences shaped his determination to give back.Praveen said his parents never allowed financial hardships to become an obstacle in h…
Mumbai, June 14 (IANS) One of the most celebrated actors of our time, Naseeruddin Shah, once recalled the exact moment he realized that acting was his true calling. Speaking to fellow actor Anupam Kher during his chat show, “The Anupam Kher Show – Kucch Bhi Ho Sakta Hai”, Naseeruddin Shah revealed that when he was in the 9th standard, he performed “The Merchant of Venice”, and it was then that he was sure that he was meant to act.He was heard telling Kher on the show, “That day I realized that…
New Delhi, June 13 (IANS) Agricultural scientist and former Chairperson of the National Biodiversity Authority P. L. Gautam has been appointed as chairperson of an Expert Committee on Agrobiodiversity, an official said on Saturday. The NBA reconstituted the Expert Committee on Agrobiodiversity under Section 13(1) of the Biological Diversity Act, 2002, for a period of one year to provide expert guidance on the conservation, sustainable use and access and benefit-sharing (ABS) of agricultural biod…
Dehradun, June 13 (IANS) India bid a tearful farewell to legendary shooter and coach Jaspal Rana on Saturday as his mortal remains were placed at his residence for the public, fellow athletes, and dignitaries to pay their last respects. Full state honours were accorded to the 49-year-old, whose sudden death following cardiac complications left the Indian sporting fraternity in shock. Widely regarded as one of India’s greatest pistol shooters, Rana passed away after battling heart-related complic…
New Delhi, June 12 (IANS) The National Rifle Association of India (NRAI) on Friday expressed profound grief over the demise of legendary pistol shooter and national coach Jaspal Rana, who passed away in New Delhi at the age of 49.One of India’s most celebrated shooting stars, Rana leaves behind a rich legacy as both an athlete and mentor, having contributed immensely to the sport for more than three decades.Paying tribute to the shooting great, NRAI President Kalikesh Singh Deo described his dea…
Mumbai, June 12 (IANS) Singer Sonu Nigam, on Friday, took a nostalgic trip down memory lane as he revisited his early days in a rare throwback post from 1993. Taking to his Instagram handle, he shared glimpses from his time at Filmistan Studio, Goregaon, connected to the track “Main Duniya Teri Chhod Chala.” Sonu offered a heartfelt look at the beginning of his musical journey. Sharing a series of throwback photos, he wrote, “My beginning (3) | Main Duniya Teri Chhod Chala | Sept 1993 Film…
New Delhi, June 12 (IANS) As tributes poured in following the death of India’s legendary shooter and coach Jaspal Rana, a line from his Instagram bio captured the attention of the sporting world. The message, centred on life’s purpose and service to a greater cause, quickly went viral as athletes and fans remembered the legacy of the former Asian Games gold medallist.Rana’s Instagram bio read: “Jab mrityu nishchit ho, swayam ko achhe kaaran ke liye samarpit karna sarvottam hai” (When dea…