Renowned folk singer Sharda Sinha, known as the ‘Bihar Kokila,’ is battling for her life in AIIMS, New Delhi. The Padma Bhushan awardee is on ventilator support after her health took a sudden turn for the worse. Prime Minister Narendra Modi has expressed concern and assured full support to her family.
Narayanan Vaghul, the former chairman of ICICI Bank and a renowned figure in the Indian banking industry, passed away at the age of 88. Cremated in Chennai on Sunday, Vaghul left behind a legacy of transformative contributions to the country’s financial landscape. Known as the “Bhishma Pitamaha” of banking, he played a pivotal role in shaping the modern banking system in India.
Narayanan Vaghul, an illustrious figure in the Indian banking industry, passed away in Chennai on Saturday at the age of 88. The Padma Bhushan awardee contributed significantly to the development of ICICI Bank and served as the chairman of Bank of India at the age of 44. Vaghul is survived by his family, including his wife, daughter, and son.
Narayanan Vaghul, the highly acclaimed Indian banker who played a pivotal role in the development of ICICI Bank, is currently in a critical condition and receiving ventilator support. Vaghul’s illustrious career includes accolades such as the prestigious Padma Bhushan award, which he received in 2009. Notably, he holds the record for becoming the youngest head of a bank when he assumed the chairmanship of Bank of India at the remarkable age of 44.
Actor-turned-politician Mithun Chakraborty, who was recently honored with the Padma Bhushan award, paid a visit to Prime Minister Narendra Modi. The meeting was widely celebrated on social media, with Chakraborty’s son expressing his admiration for his father’s achievements. Padma Awards are prestigious civilian honors bestowed upon individuals for their distinguished contributions to various fields.
Legendary singer Usha Uthup received the prestigious Padma Bhushan award from President Draupadi Murmu in New Delhi. The award recognizes her immense contribution to the music industry over the past five decades.
The Padma Awards 2024 have been announced, honoring 132 individuals for their exceptional contributions in various fields. Among the recipients are 30 women and 8 from the categories of foreign non-resident Indian (NRI), person of Indian origin (PIO), and overseas citizenship of India (OCI). The awards are conferred in three categories: Padma Vibhushan, Padma Bhushan, and Padma Shri.
Veteran actor Mithun Chakraborty and renowned singer Usha Uthup have been honored with the prestigious Padma Bhushan, the third-highest civilian award in India. President Droupadi Murmu presented the awards in New Delhi, in the presence of esteemed dignitaries including Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Home Minister Amit Shah.
Former Vice President M Venkaiah Naidu, Sulabh International founder Bindeshwar Pathak, and other prominent figures received Padma Awards from President Droupadi Murmu at the Rashtrapati Bhavan. Padma Vibhushan was bestowed upon Naidu, Pathak (posthumously), and Bharatanatyam dancer Padma Subrahmanyam. Actor Mithun Chakraborty, singer Usha Uthup, and industrialist Sitaram Jindal were among those who received the Padma Bhushan.
Usha Uthup and Mithun Chakraborty received the prestigious Padma Bhushan award for their contributions to music and Indian cinema, respectively. Uthup expressed her joy and gratitude, while Chakraborty said he was honored and humbled by the recognition.
