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Padma Shri 2026: Dr Armida Fernandez Honoured for Pioneering Neonatal Care in India

January 27, 2026

Neonatal Care Pioneer Dr Armida Fernandez Selected for Padma Shri 2026

Renowned neonatologist Dr Armida Fernandez, who played a transformative role in improving newborn survival in India, has been selected for the Padma Shri 2026 in the field of medicine. The award, announced by the Ministry of Home Affairs on the eve of Republic Day, recognises her lifelong contribution to neonatology, breastfeeding advocacy, and equitable maternal–child healthcare. Although she has spent most of her professional life in Mumbai, the honour has been warmly celebrated in Goa, where her family roots lie.

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R Madhavan Reacts to Padma Shri 2026 with Gratitude, Calls It a Shared Honour

January 27, 2026

R Madhavan Calls Padma Shri “Beyond Expectations”, Dedicates Honour to Supporters

Actor R Madhavan has responded with humility and gratitude after being named a Padma Shri awardee in the Padma Awards 2026. Reacting to the announcement made on the eve of Republic Day, the acclaimed actor described the honour as “beyond my wildest dreams” and dedicated it to his family, mentors, colleagues, and audiences who have stood by him throughout his cinematic journey.

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Padma Shri 2026: TTK Prestige Founder TT Jagannathan Honoured Posthumously

January 27, 2026

Late Industrialist TT Jagannathan Conferred Padma Shri for Trade and Industry

The Government of India has posthumously awarded the Padma Shri 2026 to noted industrialist TT Jagannathan, recognising his transformative role in India’s cookware and kitchen appliances industry. Jagannathan, who passed away in October last year at the age of 77, is best remembered as the visionary leader who turned Prestige into one of India’s most trusted household brands.

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Indian Cricket Loses Veteran Administrator IS Bindra, Architect of Mohali Stadium

January 27, 2026

Former BCCI Chief Inderjit Singh Bindra Dies at 84

Indian cricket administration lost one of its most influential figures with the passing of Inderjit Singh Bindra, former president of the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI). He died in New Delhi on Sunday evening at the age of 84 after a sudden deterioration in health. According to family sources, he fell ill at home and passed away around 6.30 pm. His last rites will be held at the Lodhi crematorium in the national capital on Monday.

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Padma Bhushan 2026: Jharkhand Movement Leader Shibu Soren Honoured, Bharat Ratna Demand Grows

January 27, 2026

Shibu Soren Conferred Padma Bhushan for Public Affairs

Veteran tribal leader and Jharkhand Mukti Morcha (JMM) founder Shibu Soren has been posthumously awarded the Padma Bhushan in the field of public affairs. The honour, announced by the Union Ministry of Home Affairs on the eve of the 77th Republic Day, recognises his pivotal role in championing tribal rights and leading the prolonged struggle for the creation of Jharkhand as a separate state. The announcement has also reignited political demands for conferring the Bharat Ratna on him.

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