New Delhi [India], Jan 24 (ANI): Kashmiri militant-turned-soldier Lance Naik Nazir Wani, who got martyred while killing 6 terrorists in an operation in the valley, has been chosen for this year's Ashok Chakra, the highest peace time gallantry award.
Kolkata (West Bengal), [India], Dec 16 (ANI): In a first, Bangladesh Minister of Liberation War Affairs A K M Mozammel Haque posthumously awarded 12 slain Indian soldiers with 'Sammanana' plaques for the resolute spirit displayed while fighting Pakistan in the Bangladesh liberation war of 19
Lichubagan (Tripura) [India], Dec 4 (ANI): Lance Naik Albert Ekka, who was killed in 1971 Bangladesh Liberation war and was also awarded India's highest gallantry award, the Param Vir Chakra (posthumously), was paid tribute on his death anniversary in Agartala on Monday.
New Delhi [India], Oct 6 (ANI): Late former Australian cricketer Richie Benaud will be posthumously honoured as 'Legend' by Sport Australia Hall of Fame. The announcement was made on his 88th birthday (October 6).
Washington D.C. [USA], Sep 10 (ANI): Celebrity chef Anthony Bourdain was posthumously awarded on Sunday for his CNN travel and food series 'Anthony Bourdain: Parts Unknown'.
Mumbai [India], Aug 29 (ANI-BusinessWireIndia): Textile industrialist, social worker and philanthropist late Manharlal (Manubhai) Chunilal Shah was paid rich tributes posthumously by 15 leading institutions during 'Bhavanjali Sabha' held in Mumbai on 25 August 2018.
New Delhi [India], Aug 22 (BusinessWire-India): During India Day Parade in New York, US Congresswomen Carolyn B. Maloney said, "#Gandhi's historic Satyagraha Movement of nonviolent resistance inspired a nation and the world. His impact deserves recognition, which is why I'm introducing legis
Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], Aug 4 (ANI): Former Chief Minister of Maharashtra Prithviraj Chavan on Friday urged the Centre to honour Olympic wrestler Khashaba Dadasaheb Jadhav with Padma Bhushan posthumously.
New Delhi [India], May 23 (ANI): Late veteran actress Sridevi was posthumously conferred with the BRICS Business Forum Leadership Award for Lifetime Achievement in Indian Cinema.
New Delhi [India], May 03 (ANI): Legendary actors Vinod Khanna and Sridevi were felicitated posthumously with the Dadasaheb Phalke Award and Best Actress honour by President Ram Nath Kovind at the 65th National Film Awards here on Thursday.
New Delhi [India], Apr 13 (ANI): Veteran actress Sridevi has been on Friday honoured with the 'Best Actress' award for her performance in her last movie 'Mom', at 65th National Film Awards.