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"Bharath Ratna for 'veer' who worked against Bharath! Masterstroke!": Priy
Updated : 2 months, 1 week ago IST
Congress leader and Karnataka minister Priyank Kharge on Monday launched a sharp attack on the demand to confer the Bharat Ratna to Veer Savarkar, asking why a person who, according to him, "worked against Bharath" should receive the country's highest civilian honour.
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Audience remembering my films is a Padma award in itself, says Subhash Gha
Updated : 2 months, 1 week ago IST
The Padma Awards, one of the highest civilian honours of India, were announced on the eve of Republic Day.
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Responsibility increases with it: Recipients express gratitude after being
Updated : 3 months, 3 weeks ago IST
Reactions have been pouring in since the Centre announced the Padma Awards 2026 on Sunday. Several recipients of India's highest civilian honour expressed gratitude to the government and reflected on the added responsibility to do better after the recognition.
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"It's a very big moment for me": Indian skipper Harmanpreet Kaur on being
Updated : 3 months, 4 weeks ago IST
Harmanpreet Kaur was among several sportspersons honoured with the Padma Shri, India's fourth-highest civilian honour. The list of 2026 awardees was announced on the eve of the 77th Republic Day.
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"I even forgot to eat": Heartfelt reactions from Padma Shri 2026 awardees
Updated : 3 months, 4 weeks ago IST
Brij Lal Bhat, awarded for social work, dedicated his achievement to Vivekananda Kendra, Kanyakumari. Speaking to ANI, he recalled years of effort to sustain and promote Sanatan Dharma in regions affected by terrorism.
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From Science to Social Work: Padma Shri 2026 awardees elated on receiving
Updated : 3 months, 4 weeks ago IST
Padma Shri 2026 awardees expressed immense joy, pride and gratitude after being conferred with one of India's highest civilian awards, announced on the eve of Republic Day.
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"Grateful to PM Modi, President Murmu for bestowing Padma award on ordinar
Updated : 3 months, 4 weeks ago IST
Speaking to ANI on Sunday, Koshyari said he first learned about the award after receiving congratulations from others. He thanked Prime Minister Narendra Modi and President Droupadi Murmu, describing the recognition as a momentous encouragement for hardworking workers across the country.<
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Basant Soren thanks central govt for posthumously offering Padma Bhushan t
Updated : 3 months, 4 weeks ago IST
The Union Government on Sunday announced Padma Bhushan (posthumously) to former Jharkhand Chief Minister and Jharkhand Mukti Morcha co-founder Shibu Soren.
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"Thanks": Mammootty expresses gratitude on becoming Padma Bhushan awardee
Updated : 3 months, 4 weeks ago IST
Veteran Malayalam actor Mammootty expressed his gratitude after being named for the Padma Bhushan in the Padma Awards 2026. While speaking to the media, he said, "Thanks," when asked about the announcement of the prestigious civilian award.
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"Reflects commitment and excellence spirit that continues to inspire gener
Updated : 3 months, 4 weeks ago IST
In an 'X' post, the Prime Minister said civilian honours reflect the spirit of commitment and excellence that continues to inspire generations.
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29 nations, 29 honours: Oman's highest civilian award conferred on PM Modi
Updated : 5 months ago IST
With the Order of Oman--the Sultanate's highest civilian honour--conferred on Prime Minister Narendra Modi by Sultan Haitham bin Tarik on Thursday, the tally of top foreign awards received by the Prime Minister has reached 29, underscoring his personal diplomacy and India's growing global
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"Symbol of affection and trust between the people of India and Oman": PM M
Updated : 5 months ago IST
Prime Minister Narendra Modi expressed gratitude for the Order of Oman, calling it a symbol of trust between India and Oman. He dedicated the honour to the people of India, shared ancestors and seafarers whose maritime exchanges built enduring ties between the two nations.
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