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The Ministry of Home Affairs invites online nominations from sportspersons for Padma Awards 2026, including Padma Vibhushan, Padma Bhushan, and Padma Shri, from March 15 to July 31, 2025
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Nandamuri Balakrishna and Ajith Kumar, two of the biggest names in the Telugu and Tamil industries, were among the recipients of the country’s third-highest civilian award.
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Altogether, 139 distinguished persons were named for the country's civilian awards -- Padma Vibhushan, Padma Bhushan and Padma Shri -- on the eve of the 76th Republic Day on January 25
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Saba took to her Instagram, and shared throwback pictures of the late actor with her mother, Sharmila Tagore.
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Udit Narayan, who is the father of singer Aditya Narayan, has not made any comments, however, social media users have expressed anger.
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Ajith, in a message soon after he got to know that he had been conferred the Padma Bhushan award, had thanked people from various sections including his fans.
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These legends have left an indelible mark on Indian cinema and their recognition with the Padma Bhushan is a testament to their remarkable contributions.
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Legendary Indian footballer IM Vijayan and India's first Paralympic gold medal-winning archer Harvinder Singh too were named for the Padma Shri, the fourth highest civilian honour
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Says the actor has excelled in upholding the legacy of his father and former Chief Minister of united Andhra Pradesh late NT Rama Rao
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The sixth son of actor and former Chief Minister of Andhra Pradesh N. T. Rama Rao, Balakrishna made his debut as a child artist at the age of 14 with the film Tatamma Kala (1974)
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Shruti took to Instagram, where she posted a picture of her and her father in the gym. In the image, Kamal is seen dressed in athleisure while the actress could be seen all dolled up. Their faces cannot be seen as their backs are towards the camera.
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Served as Agni programme director and also as director of Advanced Systems Laboratory in Hyderabad
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This talent hunt is curated by Shashi Vyas, founder of GRACE Foundation and son of Pandit Vyas, and ideated by Aparna Kelkar, a senior disciple of the vocalist.
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Nariman argued several landmark cases, including the famous NJAC verdict
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Born in 1935 in Attingal, Kerala, Ramachandran was known for his monumental canvases, colourful oils and watercolours.
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Megastar Chiranjeevi and former vice president Venkaiah Naidu, who were conferred with the second highest civilian award Padma Vibhushan were honoured during the event.
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The Padma Awards, presented in three categories - Padma Vibhushan, Padma Bhushan, and Padma Shri, are bestowed by the President during ceremonial functions at Rashtrapati Bhawan.
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The nominations or recommendations for Padma Awards are being received online on the Rashtriya Puraskar Portal -- https://awards.gov.in -- since May 1.