September 2023 has been a month of significant recognitions across various fields, celebrating the exceptional contributions and achievements of individuals and organizations. Here are the highlights of the awards conferred this month.
1. Waheeda Rehman to Receive the 53rd Dadasaheb Phalke Award
Legendary actress Waheeda Rehman will be honored with the Dadasaheb Phalke Lifetime Achievement Award for 2021, the highest recognition in Indian cinema. This prestigious award acknowledges her extensive contribution to the film industry and her iconic status as a veteran actor.
2. Indian-Origin Author Chetna Maroo’s Debut Novel Shortlisted for Booker Prize 2023
Indian-origin author Chetna Maroo’s debut novel, ‘Western Lane,’ has been shortlisted for the Booker Prize 2023. This recognition places Maroo among the literary elite, as her novel makes it to the final list of six contenders for one of the most prestigious awards in literature.
3. Shanti Swarup Bhatnagar Award 2022 Announced
After a two-year hiatus, the Shanti Swarup Bhatnagar Award for 2022 has been announced, honoring twelve scientists for their outstanding contributions to science and technology. The announcement was made by Dr. N. Kalaiselvi, Director General of CSIR (Council of Scientific and Industrial Research).
4. 2023 Ramon Magsaysay Award Winners
The Ramon Magsaysay Award, known as the ‘Nobel Prize of Asia,’ celebrated its 65th edition by honoring four distinguished individuals:
- Korvi Rakshand from Bangladesh
- Eugenio Lemos from Timor-Leste
- Miriam Coronel-Ferrer from the Philippines
- Dr. Ravi Kannan R. from India
5. Swati Nayak to Receive the 2023 Norman Borlaug Field Award
Swati Nayak from Odisha has been awarded the 2023 Norman Borlaug Field Award for her impactful work in field research and contributions to food and nutrition. She is the third Indian and the first Odia to receive this prestigious recognition.
6. Rahul Mishra Honored with France’s “Chevalier de l’Ordre des Arts et des Lettres”
Fashion designer Rahul Mishra has been conferred with the Chevalier de l’Ordre des Arts et des Lettres (Knight of the Order of Arts and Letters) by the French government. This honor celebrates his outstanding achievements in art and design, particularly his efforts in promoting Indian craftsmanship globally.
7. P V Satyanarayana Receives Dr. M.S. Swaminathan Award
P.V. Satyanarayana, principal scientist at the Agricultural Research Station of Acharya N.G. Ranga Agricultural University in Andhra Pradesh, has been awarded the 8th Dr. M.S. Swaminathan Award for his contributions to agricultural science.
8. RBI Governor Shaktikanta Das Ranked Top Central Banker Globally
RBI Governor Shaktikanta Das has been ranked as the top central banker globally, receiving an ‘A+’ rating in the Global Finance Central Banker Report Cards 2023 by US-based Global Finance magazine. This recognition highlights his effective leadership and significant impact on India’s financial stability.
9. Shanta Thoutam Honored with World Innovation Award at BRICS
Telangana Chief Innovation Officer Shanta Thoutam received the World Innovation Award at the first BRICS Innovation Forum in Moscow. The award acknowledges her outstanding contribution to Sustainable Development Goal-4, which focuses on inclusive and equitable quality education and lifelong learning opportunities.
10. Satyajit Majumdar Honored with Dr. V G Patel Memorial Award 2023
Professor Satyajit Majumdar, Dean of the School of Management and Labour Studies at Tata Institute of Social Sciences (TISS), has been honored with the Dr. V G Patel Memorial Award 2023. Recognized as the Father of the Entrepreneurship Movement in India, Majumdar has mentored over 350 startups, including 40 in Jammu and Kashmir, significantly contributing to the entrepreneurial landscape of India.
Conclusion
September 2023 has been a month of outstanding achievements and recognitions across various sectors. These awards celebrate the dedication, innovation, and impactful contributions of individuals and organizations, inspiring many to strive for excellence in their respective fields.