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India Today
15 hours ago
- Health
- India Today
Lucknow doctors perform 10-hour surgery after nail pierces 7-year-old's brain
A seven-year-old boy from Balrampur district was brought to King George's Medical University (KGMU) in Lucknow with an 8-centimetre iron nail lodged in his brain through his neck. The trauma surgery team at KGMU saved his life through a complex, 10-hour-long operation that required meticulous precision and coordination across incident occurred when the child accidentally fell while playing and landed on an iron nail, which pierced through his neck and reached a highly sensitive area of the brain. After being rushed to a nearby hospital, he was referred to KGMU due to the severity of his reviewing the MRI and CT scan reports, doctors at KGMU's Trauma Centre realized the case was extremely dangerous. A multi-disciplinary team comprising experts from neurosurgery, ENT, anaesthesia, trauma, and paediatrics was swiftly assembled. The surgery was planned with minute precision, with every millimetre of the operation requiring extreme caution. Using microsurgical techniques and a neuro-navigation system, the surgical team was able to carefully remove the nail without damaging any major blood vessels. Doctors noted that the nail had reached a part of the brain where even a minor error could have been the complex operation, the boy was admitted to the ICU under continuous observation. His condition has since shown steady improvement, and doctors have confirmed that he is now out of danger and on the path to a normal Medical Superintendent of KGMU stated that this case will be documented as a significant contribution to medical science. A comprehensive report on the surgery will soon be published in an international medical journal, offering valuable insights to the global medical Reel
Time of India
2 days ago
- Entertainment
- Time of India
Achievements of Padma awardees will inspire generations: Amit Shah
The Padma Awards ceremony realises Prime Minister Narendra Modi 's vision to encourage people-led social transformations by honouring individuals who have quietly brought positive changes, Union Home Minister Amit Shah has said. Hosting a dinner in honour of those who were conferred with the Padma Awards on Tuesday night, Shah also said that the achievements of the awardees will inspire generations. "The Padma Awards ceremony realises Prime Minister Narendra Modi 's vision to encourage people-led social transformations by honouring individuals who have quietly brought positive changes," the minister said after the ceremony. Shah congratulated the luminaries who were conferred with the Padma Awards. Play Video Pause Skip Backward Skip Forward Unmute Current Time 0:00 / Duration 0:00 Loaded : 0% 0:00 Stream Type LIVE Seek to live, currently behind live LIVE Remaining Time - 0:00 1x Playback Rate Chapters Chapters Descriptions descriptions off , selected Captions captions settings , opens captions settings dialog captions off , selected Audio Track default , selected Picture-in-Picture Fullscreen This is a modal window. Beginning of dialog window. Escape will cancel and close the window. Text Color White Black Red Green Blue Yellow Magenta Cyan Opacity Opaque Semi-Transparent Text Background Color Black White Red Green Blue Yellow Magenta Cyan Opacity Opaque Semi-Transparent Transparent Caption Area Background Color Black White Red Green Blue Yellow Magenta Cyan Opacity Transparent Semi-Transparent Opaque Font Size 50% 75% 100% 125% 150% 175% 200% 300% 400% Text Edge Style None Raised Depressed Uniform Drop shadow Font Family Proportional Sans-Serif Monospace Sans-Serif Proportional Serif Monospace Serif Casual Script Small Caps Reset restore all settings to the default values Done Close Modal Dialog End of dialog window. "Pleased to have hosted the stalwarts who have been honoured with the Padma awards 2025," he said. The home minister spoke to the awardees about their unique life journeys and the changes they have fostered in society, and said that it was an engrossing experience. Live Events "At the dinner hosted for the Padma awardees today, (I) had the pleasure of interacting with the distinguished personalities from diverse walks of life who are making our world better in their own unique ways," he said. Former chief justice of India Jagdish Singh Khehar, Bharatnatyam dancer Shobana Chandrakumar, actor Anant Nag and King George's Medical University Vice Chancellor Soniya Nityanand were among the 68 eminent personalities conferred with the coveted Padma Awards by President Droupadi Murmu on Tuesday. A total of 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. The President gave awards to 68 chosen ones on Tuesday in the second civil investiture ceremony at the Rashtrapati Bhavan in the presence of Vice President Jagdeep Dhankhar, Prime Minister Modi and Shah, among others. During the first investiture ceremony on April 28, President Murmu conferred Padma Awards on 71 personalities. In the ceremony held at the Rashtrapati Bhavan's Ganatantra Mandap, President Murmu conferred the country's second highest civilian honour, Padma Vibhushan, on Justice (retd) Khehar for public affairs. The awards for Kathak dancer late Kumudini Rajnikant Lakhia and legendary folk singer late Sharda Sinha were received by Lakhia's grandson and Sinha's son, respectively. The President also handed over nine Padma Bhushans, the third highest civilian award, to noted personalities, including Chandrakumar, businessman Nalli Kuppuswami Chetti, archaeologist Kailash Nath Dikshit, dancer Jatin Goswami, actor Anant Nag and Sadhvi Ritambhara. The awards for economist late Bibek Debroy and former Maharashtra chief minister and Lok Sabha speaker late Manohar Joshi were received by Debroy's wife and Joshi's son, respectively. The awards are given in various disciplines and fields such as art, social work, public affairs, science and engineering, trade and industry, medicine, literature and education, sports and civil service, among others. Padma Vibhushan is awarded for exceptional and distinguished service; Padma Bhushan for distinguished service of high order; and Padma Shri for distinguished service in any field. Ever since the Modi government came to power in 2014, it has started honouring the " unsung heroes " with the Padma Awards, thus transforming them into "People's Padma". This year, the Padma Awards were given to 30 "unsung heroes".
Time of India
2 days ago
- Health
- Time of India
Yogi hails all Padma awardees from UP
1 2 Lucknow: Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath congratulated recipients of Padma Awards, presented by President Droupadi Murmu on Tuesday. In a post on the social media platform 'X', the CM congratulated Sadhvi Rithambara, calling her a pioneer in social work. He wrote: "Heartfelt congratulations to Sadhvi Rithambara for being awarded the Padma Bhushan in the social work category under Padma Awards 2025. Her life is an exemplary dedication to service and the nation. Her inspiring voice, ascetic life and unique service efforts have given new direction to society." Praising Narayan Ji, 'Bhulai Bhai', for receiving the honour posthumously, the CM said that his invaluable contribution to society through his political dedication was a proud testament to national service. His life will continue to inspire future generations and illuminate society, he said. In another message for Prof Sonia Nityanand, Vice-Chancellor of King George's Medical University, the CM described her as a priceless asset to medicine. He wrote: "Her outstanding research on stem cell transplantation and haematological disorders is a priceless asset to the medical field. Every resident of the state is delighted with her achievement." Congratulating Prof Syed Ainul Hassan on his Padma Shri, the CM complimented him for spreading education and his service to literature. Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like 89% Verbesserung: Tausende Deutsche testen neue Krampfader-Methode Venen Kompass Weiterlesen Undo His work and personality will continue to guide society in a new direction, he said. He also congratulated senior scientist Prof Ashutosh Sharma on being awarded the Padma Shri. "His research and technological innovations have enhanced the prestige of Uttar Pradesh in the country and the world. His invaluable contributions will continue to inspire the entire nation," he wrote.
The Hindu
2 days ago
- Entertainment
- The Hindu
Former CJI Khehar, dancer Shobana Chandrakumar, actor Anant Nag among those conferred with Padma awards
Former Chief Justice of India Jagdish Singh Khehar, dancer Shobana Chandrakumar, actor Anant Nag, footballer I M. Vijayan, music composer Ricky Kej and Vice Chancellor of prestigious King George's Medical University Soniya Nityanand were among 68 eminent personalities who were honoured with the prestigious Padma awards by President Droupadi Murmu on Tuesday (May 27, 2025). Also read | Full list of Padma Awards 2025 Vice President Jagdeep Dhankhar, Prime Minister Narendra Modi, Union Home Minister Amit Shah were among those who attended the second civil investiture ceremony in Rashtrapati Bhavan. On April 28, during the first investiture ceremony, 71 personalities were conferred with Padma awards. A total of 139 distinguished persons were named for the country's civilian awards. Justice (retd) Khehar was awarded Padma Vibhushan, India's second highest civilian award. Late legendary folk singer Sharda Sinha and late Kathak dancer Kumudini Rajnikant Lakhia were conferred Padma Vibhushan posthumously. Lakhia's grandson and Sinha's son received the awards. Nine Padma Bhushan, the third highest civilian award, were given to noted personalities which included dancer and actor Shobana Chandrakumar, businessman Nalli Kuppuswami Chetti, archaeologist Kailash Nath Dikshit, Satteiah dance exponent Jatin Goswami, actor Anant Nag, and Sadhvi Ritambhara. The posthumous award for economist Bibek Debroy and former Maharashtra CM and Lok Sabha Speaker Manohar Joshi were received by the economist's wife and former CM's son. Leading immunologist and KGMU VC Nityanand, footballer I.M. Vijayan, singer Ashwini Bhide Deshpande, actor Ashok Laxman Saraf, mask maker Reba Kanta Mahanta, musician Ricky Gyan Kej, theatre personality Barry John, dance choreographer Mamata Shankar Ghosh were among the recipients for Padma Shri. Noted parai player Velu Aasan, businessman Sajjan Bhajanka, Dr. Neerja Bhatla, scientist Ajay V. Bhatt, writer Sant Ram Deswal, spiritual leader Acharya Jonas Mejetti, and Farooq Ahmad Mir were among the other Padma Shri awardees.
NDTV
2 days ago
- Entertainment
- NDTV
Ex-Chief Justice Among 68 Personalities Conferred With Padma Awards
New Delhi: Former Chief Justice of India Jagdish Singh Khehar, dancer Shobana Chandrakumar, actor Anant Nag and Vice Chancellor of prestigious King George's Medical University Soniya Nityanand were among 68 eminent personalities conferred with the coveted Padma awards by President Droupadi Murmu on Tuesday. A total of 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. The President gave awards to 68 chosen ones on Tuesday in the second civil investiture ceremony in Rashtrapati Bhavan in the presence of Vice President Jagdeep Dhankhar, Prime Minister Narendra Modi, Union Home Minister Amit Shah, among others. During the first investiture ceremony on April 28, President Murmu had conferred Padma awards to 71 personalities. In the ceremony in Ganatantra Mandap in Rashtrapati Bhavan on Tuesday, President Murmu conferred the country's second highest civilian honour Padma Vibhushan to Justice (retd) Khehar for public affairs while the award for late Kathak dancer Kumudini Rajnikant Lakhia and late legendary folk singer Sharda Sinha were received by Lakhia's grandson and Sinha's son. The President also handed over nine Padma Bhushan, the third highest civilian award, during the ceremony to noted personalities which included dancer and actor Shobana Chandrakumar, businessman Nalli Kuppuswami Chetti, archaeologist Kailash Nath Dikshit, dancer Jatin Goswami, actor Anant Nag, and Sadhvi Ritambhara. The award for economist Bibek Debroy and former Maharashtra CM and Lok Sabha Speaker Manohar Joshi was received by Debroy's wife and Joshi's son. Leading immunologist and KGMU VC Nityanand, footballer Inivalappil Mani Vijayan, singer Ashwini Bhide Deshpande, actor Ashok Laxman Saraf, mask maker Reba Kanta Mahanta, and musician Ricky Gyan Kej were among the recipients for Padma Shri. Noted theatre artist and acting coach Barry John, folk musician and noted parai player Velu Aasan, businessman Sajjan Bhajanka, Dr Neerja Bhatla, scientist Ajay V Bhatt, writer Sant Ram Deswal, spiritual leader Acharya Jonas Mejetti, and Farooq Ahmad Mir were among the other Padma Shri awardees. The awards are given in various disciplines and fields such as art, social work, public affairs, science and engineering, trade and industry, medicine, literature and education, sports and civil service, among others. Padma Vibhushan is awarded for exceptional and distinguished service; Padma Bhushan for distinguished service of high order, and Padma Shri for distinguished service in any field. Ever since the Narendra Modi government came to power in 2014, it has started honouring the "unsung heroes" by honouring them with the Padma awards, thus transforming Padma awards into "People's Padma". This year, the Padma awards were given to 30 "unsung heroes". Instituted in 1954, these awards are announced on the eve of the Republic Day every year. All persons without distinction of race, occupation, position or sex are eligible for these awards. Concerted efforts are being made to identify talented persons whose excellence and achievements really deserve to be recognised from amongst women, weaker sections of the society, SCs & STs, divyang persons and who are doing selfless service to the society.
