
Mon Jan 12 13:04:53 UTC 2026: # Manipal Academy of Higher Education Presents New Year Awards 2026
The Story:
On January 10, 2026, Manipal Academy of Higher Education (MAHE), in collaboration with several other organizations, presented the New Year Awards 2026 to five eminent personalities in Manipal. The awards recognized individuals for their contributions in various fields, including banking, politics, business, acting, and education.
The awards ceremony was a collaborative effort between the Academy of General Education, Manipal Education and Medical Group (MEMG), Bengaluru, Manipal Media Network Ltd., and Dr. TMA Pai Foundation. Key figures from these organizations presented the awards to the recipients.
Key Points:
- The New Year Awards 2026 were presented on January 10, 2026, in Manipal.
- Five individuals were awarded: former minister K. Jayaprakash Hegde, former Canara Bank executive director K. Lakshminarayanan, Thumbay Group-UAE founder Thumbay Moideen, actor Vinaya Prasad, and MAHE vice chancellor Lt Gen M.D. Venkatesh.
- The event was a collaborative effort involving MAHE, Academy of General Education, MEMG, Manipal Media Network Ltd., and Dr. TMA Pai Foundation.
- Notable figures such as H.S. Ballal, Vasanti R. Pai, Ranjan R. Pai, T. Satish U. Pai, and T. Sachin Pai presented the awards.
Key Takeaways:
- MAHE continues to recognize and celebrate excellence across diverse fields.
- The collaboration between multiple organizations highlights the strong community ties in Manipal.
- The awards serve as a source of inspiration and motivation for others to strive for excellence.