News for 'padma-shri'

Laid Off? 'Reshape, Learn, Unlearn, Relearn'

Laid Off? 'Reshape, Learn, Unlearn, Relearn'

Rediff.com12 Nov 2025

'Unless you have openness when it comes to accepting what is coming your way and learning afresh, it is not going to be easy.'

'She Behaved Like A Very Ordinary Person, Without Any Airs'

'She Behaved Like A Very Ordinary Person, Without Any Airs'

Rediff.com17 Oct 2025

'She is a nice girl, simple, patient and affectionate. Because she is so empathetic, because she has the ability to feel for people, I am sure she will be able to solve the problems ordinary citizens face in this country.'

A Padma Shri for Rekha

A Padma Shri for Rekha

Rediff.com28 Jan 2010

Here's why.

Advani flays Padma Shri awards selection process

Advani flays Padma Shri awards selection process

Rediff.com3 Feb 2010

World billiards champion Pankaj Advani says cue sports can contemplate changing the dress code and also add a few other things to make an attractive discipline like the Indian Premier League.

Advertising doyen Piyush Pandey passes away at 70

Advertising doyen Piyush Pandey passes away at 70

Rediff.com24 Oct 2025

Advertising legend Piyush Pandey has passed away. He was 70. The news of Piyush Pandey's demise was shared by columnist Suhel Seth on X on Friday morning.

Canadian biochemist thanks India for Padma Shri

Canadian biochemist thanks India for Padma Shri

Rediff.com6 May 2008

Canadian biochemist Joseph H Hulse has thanked India for honouring him with the Padma Shri.

Why I Returned My Padma Shri

Why I Returned My Padma Shri

Rediff.com7 Feb 2019

'The north east people are complaining, but the BJP is not listening to our voice.'

'India Changed My Life'

'India Changed My Life'

Rediff.com5 Jun 2025

Acharya Jonas Masetti, a Vedanta scholar from Brazil, was awarded the Padma Shri for teaching the Vedas, the Bhagavad Gita, Sanskrit, Yoga, Meditation and Indian spiritualism abroad.

Sachin remembers '3 guiding hands' on Teachers' Day

Sachin remembers '3 guiding hands' on Teachers' Day

Rediff.com5 Sep 2025

Taking to 'X", Sachin said he remained grateful to his "three guiding hands," who shaped him to the person he is today and acknowledged the profound impact made in his life by his father Ramesh Tendulkar, first coach Ramakant Vitthal Achrekar, and elder brother Ajit.

Court asks actors Mohan Babu, Brahmanandam to return Padma Shri

Court asks actors Mohan Babu, Brahmanandam to return Padma Shri

Rediff.com23 Dec 2013

The Andhra Pradesh high court on Monday asked Telugu film actors Mohan Babu and Brahmanandam to return their Padma Shri awards for violation of rules accompanying them.

'When Your Tapasya Is Successful, You Feel Very Good'

'When Your Tapasya Is Successful, You Feel Very Good'

Rediff.com29 Apr 2025

It was a beautiful Monday for many film folk, as they were conferred with Padma Awards at the Rashtrapati Bhavan by President Droupadi Murmu.

Padma Shri recipient Phillips Talbot dies

Padma Shri recipient Phillips Talbot dies

Rediff.com6 Oct 2010

Veteran diplomat and author Phillips Talbot, a Padma Shri recipient who experienced first-hand the power of Mahatma Gandhi's non-violent movement and was one of the few Americans present during India's partition, has died in New York at the age of 95.Talbot's death on October 1 was announced by the Asia Society, where he served as the president between 1970 and 1981.He was United State's assistant secretary of state for near eastern and south Asian affairs.

This unsung hero is also in Padma Shri list

This unsung hero is also in Padma Shri list

Rediff.com27 Jan 2017

Former Indian blind cricket team captain Shekhar Naik is set to be conferred with the Padma Shri award.

MS Dhoni recommended for Padma Bhushan, Virat Kohli for Padma Shri

MS Dhoni recommended for Padma Bhushan, Virat Kohli for Padma Shri

Rediff.com13 Aug 2014

The Indian Cricket Board has recommended captain Mahendra Singh Dhoni's name for the prestigious Padma Bhushan and batting mainstay Virat Kohli for the Padma Shri.

At 97, yoga guru is India's oldest Padma Shri

At 97, yoga guru is India's oldest Padma Shri

Rediff.com7 Feb 2018

The Grand Old Lady of Yoga V Nanammal was the oldest recipient of the Padma Shri on Republic Day this year. Archana Masih met the nearly 100 year old yoga guru who does not wear glasses, has never been to a doctor and can do age defying twists, hauls and bends.

Football great IM Vijayan recommended for Padma Shri

Football great IM Vijayan recommended for Padma Shri

Rediff.com17 Jun 2020

Hockey coach Ramesh Parameswaran applies for Dronacharya Award

Padma Shri awardee Sikh spiritual singer dies of COVID-19

Padma Shri awardee Sikh spiritual singer dies of COVID-19

Rediff.com2 Apr 2020

The 62-year-old 'Gurbani' exponent had recently returned from abroad and tested positive for coronavirus on Wednesday.

Padma Shri for TT player Mouma Das, six other sportspersons

Padma Shri for TT player Mouma Das, six other sportspersons

Rediff.com25 Jan 2021

P Anitha, Madhavan Nambiar, Sudha Hari Narayan Singh, Virender Singh, and KY Venkatesh have also been awarded the prestigious award.

Former champ Joshna stunned; Anahat in final

Former champ Joshna stunned; Anahat in final

Rediff.com27 Aug 2025

Akanksha, 26, will take on Delhi's teen sensation Anahat, who rallied to beat state-mate Tanvi Khanna 3-11, 11-5, 11-0, 11-9, in the title round.

Reliance's 'discovery man' gets Padma Shri

Reliance's 'discovery man' gets Padma Shri

Rediff.com23 Mar 2007

Reliance Industries found huge natural gas reserves in the very first well it drilled, which subsequently proved to be the world's second largest deepwater discovery in the last decade.

'We Knew Shah Rukh Was Going To Pack His Bags For Bollywood'

'We Knew Shah Rukh Was Going To Pack His Bags For Bollywood'

Rediff.com5 Nov 2025

'It is something that he always wanted to do and he has achieved phenomenal success in doing it.'

Padma Bhushan for mountaineer Bachendri Pal; Gambhir, Chhetri to get Padma Shri

Padma Bhushan for mountaineer Bachendri Pal; Gambhir, Chhetri to get Padma Shri

Rediff.com25 Jan 2019

Mountaineer Bachendri Pal was, on Friday, conferred with the Padma Bhushan, India's third highest civilian award, while Gautam Gambhir, BajranG Punia and Sunil Chhetri, among others, received the Padma Shri.

'Nicobar's exploitation portrayed as strategic defence project'

'Nicobar's exploitation portrayed as strategic defence project'

Rediff.com28 Oct 2025

Over 70 scientists, environmentalists, and former bureaucrats are urging the Indian government to reconsider the Great Nicobar Island project, citing environmental and social concerns.

Olympic silver medalist Vijay Kumar gets Padma Shri

Olympic silver medalist Vijay Kumar gets Padma Shri

Rediff.com22 Apr 2013

London Olympics silver medalist Vijay Kumar was conferred the Padma Shri by the President in a prestigious ceremony at the Rashtrapati Bhawan, on Saturday.

'Pronouncements On Paper Don't Feed Babies'

'Pronouncements On Paper Don't Feed Babies'

Rediff.com28 Nov 2025

'These children possess catastrophically low birth weights -- often 1.4 kgs or less. Such extremely low birth weight results in profoundly compromised neo-natal immunity.' 'The escalation to 97 deaths in three months precipitated contemporary attention precisely because this magnitude concentrates the humanitarian emergency, rendering it impossible for the administrative machinery to ignore.'

Singer Arijit Singh To Turn Director

Singer Arijit Singh To Turn Director

Rediff.com18 Jul 2025

If all goes according to plan, the singing superstar will start his yet-untitled film by the end of the year.

PIX: Jeetendra, Anil Kapoor celebrate Sridevi's Padma Shri

PIX: Jeetendra, Anil Kapoor celebrate Sridevi's Padma Shri

Rediff.com24 Apr 2013

Checkout who all made it for the bash.

Vijayan to be nominated for Padma Shri, Jeje for Arjuna

Vijayan to be nominated for Padma Shri, Jeje for Arjuna

Rediff.com19 Sep 2022

The AIFF executive committee also accepted the recommendation to discontinue their development side, Indian Arrows, and instead create an elite youth league using the fund.

Sreejesh conferred with Padma Bhushan

Sreejesh conferred with Padma Bhushan

Rediff.com28 Apr 2025

PR Sreejesh was among the 19 recipients of the Padma Bhushan in 2025, it's the third highest civilian honour.

'Why Can't Mr Modi Reopen The Passes To Tibet?'

'Why Can't Mr Modi Reopen The Passes To Tibet?'

Rediff.com28 Nov 2025

On August 5, 1953, Jawaharlal Nehru sent a strange note to the foreign secretary. It is worth mentioning because it was symptomatic of the lack of knowledge about Western Tibet in India and in South Block in particular, notes Claude Arpi.

Renowned Hindi poet turns down Padma Shri

Renowned Hindi poet turns down Padma Shri

Rediff.com26 Jan 2010

"Choosing me at this age is like a joke. It is an insult to me," he said.

Munna Master: Muslim bhajan singer, Padma Shri

Munna Master: Muslim bhajan singer, Padma Shri

Rediff.com17 Feb 2020

Munna Master, who has been singing bhajans for 30 years, earnestly believes the Padma Shri is a result of his devotion to gau mata.

'India Took Me To A Higher Place'

'India Took Me To A Higher Place'

Rediff.com5 Jun 2025

'Youngsters in India look up to the West as if it is the biggest accomplishment they need in life. It breaks my heart.'

Bheek remark: Congress urges Kovind to take back Kangana's Padma Shri

Bheek remark: Congress urges Kovind to take back Kangana's Padma Shri

Rediff.com12 Nov 2021

Hitting out at actor Kangana Ranaut for describing India's Independence in 1947 as bheek or alms, the Congress on Thursday said her remarks amounted to 'treason' and demanded the government take back the Padma Shri bestowed on her recently as she has 'insulted' the country's Independence movement.

Sridevi: Don't hanker for awards but Padma Shri is special

Sridevi: Don't hanker for awards but Padma Shri is special

Rediff.com28 Jan 2013

Sridevi seems delighted by the national honour.

Eight sportspersons to get Padma Shri honour

Eight sportspersons to get Padma Shri honour

Rediff.com25 Jan 2017

Rio Olympic medallist Sakshi Malik, Virat Kohli are in the list

VVS, Narang among 7 sportspersons conferred Padma Shri

VVS, Narang among 7 sportspersons conferred Padma Shri

Rediff.com25 Jan 2011

Ace batsman VVS Laxman and World champion wrestler Sushil Kumar were among seven sportspersons honoured with the prestigious Padma Shri on Tuesday for their contribution in their respective disciplines.

'Getting the Padma Shri is a different high'

'Getting the Padma Shri is a different high'

Rediff.com27 Jan 2015

Bollywood stars react to their Padma awards wins.

Sindhu, Sardar, Saba and Arunima receive Padma Shri award

Sindhu, Sardar, Saba and Arunima receive Padma Shri award

Rediff.com30 Mar 2015

Indian men's hockey team captain Sardar Singh and former skipper of the national women's side Saba Anjum were conferred with the prestigious Padma Shri Award by President Pranab Mukherjee at a glittering ceremony in Rashtrapati Bhavan.