“AWARDS”

Bombay Stock Exchange Wins Asia Best Employer Brand Award 2026

The Bombay Stock Exchange (BSE) has been conferred the Asia Best Employer Brand Award 2026 at the Hong Kong Leadership Awards & CMO Asia Awards. The award recognises BSE’s strong people-first approach, focus on employee empowerment, professional development, and building an inclusive, high-performance work culture.

Indian Army Officer Major Swathi Shantha Kumar Wins UN Secretary-General’s Award 2025

Major Swathi Shantha Kumar of the Indian Army won the UN Secretary-General’s Award 2025 for her initiative “Equal Partners, Lasting Peace.” Serving with the United Nations Mission in South Sudan (UNMISS), she made significant contributions toward strengthening gender parity and community-level engagement. The prestigious award was announced and conferred by UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres.

“SPORTS”

Aaryan Varshney Becomes India’s 92nd Chess Grandmaster

India’s rise in world chess continues as a young talent adds his name to the elite list of Grandmasters. Delhi-based Aaryan Varshney achieved a major career milestone by earning the prestigious GM title at an international tournament in Armenia. His achievement reflects India’s growing dominance in global chess and the steady emergence of young champions. Indian chess player Aaryan Varshney became India’s 92nd Grandmaster after securing his final GM norm at the Andranik Margaryan Memorial Tournament in Armenia.

Mitchell Starc Wins ICC Men’s Player of the Month for December 2025

Australian pace spearhead Mitchell Starc has capped off a memorable home season with a major individual honour. For his outstanding performances in the Ashes series, Starc was named the ICC Men’s Player of the Month for December 2025, reflecting his decisive role in Australia’s 4–1 series triumph. Australian fast bowler Mitchell Starc has been awarded the ICC Men’s Player of the Month for December 2025 following his exceptional all-round contributions in the Ashes series.

 “APPOINTMENTS”

Shri Praveen Vashista Appointed Vigilance Commissioner in Central Vigilance Commission

The Union government has strengthened the country’s anti-corruption framework with a key appointment. Shri Praveen Vashista, a senior Indian Police Service officer, has been appointed as Vigilance Commissioner in the Central Vigilance Commission (CVC). He formally assumed office after taking oath on January 16, 2026, marking an important development in India’s vigilance and integrity administration.

Justice Revati Mohite Dere Sworn In as First Woman Chief Justice of Meghalaya High Court

Justice Revati Mohite Dere was sworn in as the first woman Chief Justice of the Meghalaya High Court, marking a landmark moment for the matrilineal northeastern state. The oath was administered by Meghalaya Governor Chandrashekhar H Vijayashankar at the Durbar Hall, Lok Bhavan, Shillong; she succeeds Justice Soumen Sen.

Justice Soumen Sen Sworn In as New Chief Justice of the Kerala High Court

Justice Soumen Sen was sworn in as the Chief Justice of the Kerala High Court, with the oath administered by Governor Rajendra Viswanath Arlekar at Kerala Lok Bhavan, in the presence of senior state dignitaries. He assumed charge after the superannuation of Justice Nitin Madhukar Jamdar and was previously serving as the Chief Justice of the Meghalaya High Court.

“NATIONAL & INTERNATIONAL NEWS”

Andhra Pradesh to Host World’s Largest Green Ammonia Project at Kakinada

India’s clean energy transition received a major boost as Andhra Pradesh is set to host the world’s largest green ammonia project at Kakinada. Developed by AM Green, the project involves a $10-billion investment and aims to position India as a global exporter of green ammonia while supporting climate goals and energy security.