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Fela Kuti posthumously awarded Grammy Lifetime Achievement Award: First African artist to achieve feat |

In a groundbreaking tribute, the late Nigerian music icon Fela Kuti will receive a Grammy Lifetime Achievement Award in 2026, a momentous occasion for African artists everywhere. Renowned for pioneering Afrobeat, Kuti’s revolutionary blend of jazz, funk, and traditional African sounds has left an indelible mark on the world of music, influencing many, including global…

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Hema Malini reacts as Dharmendra receives Padma Vibhushan posthumously, ‘He deserved it much earlier’ |

Veteran actress Hema Malini has expressed heartfelt gratitude to the Government of India for conferring the Padma Vibhushan, the country’s second-highest civilian award, on her late husband, legendary actor Dharmendra.Taking to X (formerly Twitter) on Sunday, Hema Malini shared her pride and joy over the honour. “So so proud that the govt has recognised Dharam…

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Padma Awards 2026 winners list: Dharmendra conferred Padma Vibhushan posthumously; Mammootty, Alka Yagnik receive Padma Bhushan |

Veteran actor Dharmendra and Malayalam cinema legend Mammootty are among the prominent entertainment personalities honoured with Padma awards on the occasion of Republic Day 2026. While Dharmendra has been awarded the Padma Vibhushan posthumously, Mammootty has received the Padma Bhushan for his contribution to Indian cinema.Renowned singer Alka Yagnik has also been conferred the Padma…

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FWICE appeals to PM Narendra Modi to honour late Satish Shah with Padma Shri posthumously, ‘It would be a most fitting tribute to his life’ |

The Federation of Western India Cine Employees (FWICE) has made a heartfelt appeal to Prime Minister Narendra Modi, urging him to confer the prestigious Padma Shri award posthumously upon late actor Satish Shah. The federation, representing 36 affiliated associations of the film and television industry, said the move would be a fitting tribute to the…

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‘American patriot of the highest quality’: Trump awards Presidential Medal of Freedom posthumously to Charlie Kirk- watch

Trump with Erika Kirk (AP photo) US President Donald Trump on Tuesday awarded the Presidential Medal of Freedom posthumously to Charlie Kirk, the conservative activist who was killed last month while speaking at Utah Valley University. The event coincided with what would have been Kirk’s 32nd birthday and recognised his role in shaping a generation…

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