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News18 Kerala ‘Malayali of the year 2023’: Honouring Kerala’s trailblazers
Mumbai: News18 Kerala concluded the grand celebration of the ‘Malayali of the Year 2023’ awards, which recognised and honoured the incredible contributions of individuals and organizations from the vibrant state of Kerala. The event commenced in the luxurious Grand Hyatt in Trivandrum on 2 November, turning it into a memorable evening.
The awards showcased the mesmerizing performance of the Indian musician and violinist Roopa Revathy, leaving a lasting impression on the audience. The event honoured the dynamic and influential individuals who have dedicated their lives to making Kerala a better and stronger state, thereby making India proud. The ceremony’s main highlight was when the honourable Chief Minister of Kerala, Shri Pinarayi Vijayan, presented the awards to the talented winners.
The winners of the News18 Kerala ‘Malayali of the Year 2023’ were selected based on their significant contributions and accomplishments. The deserving awardees are P.F. Mathews; Sports – I.M. Vijayan; Dr. Hareendran Nair; M.G. Sreekumar; John Brittas; Soorya Krishnamoorthy; M. A. Yusuff Ali; Singer K.S. Chithra and actress Revathi.
This year’s ceremony was a star-studded affair with an impressive guest list encompassing prominent figures who contributed significantly to Kerala’s cultural and social landscape.
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Kamlesh Singh receives Haldi Ghati Award from MMCF
India Today Group editor honoured for three decades of journalism at Udaipur ceremony.
MUMBAI- Kamlesh Singh just turned a lifetime of sharp words into a shiny shield because when journalism wakes up a society, even the Maharana of Mewar wants to pin a medal on it.
The Maharana of Mewar Charitable Foundation (MMCF) conferred its prestigious Haldi Ghati Award on Kamlesh Singh, a senior editor at the India Today Group, during a ceremony in Udaipur on 15 March 2026. The national award, instituted in 1981-82, recognises “work of permanent value that initiates an awakening in society through the medium of journalism.”
Singh, who leads several editorial initiatives including Aaj Tak Radio, the Teen Taal community and The Lallantop, was presented the honour by Lakshyaraj Singh Mewar, Managing Trustee of MMCF. The citation highlighted his three decades of contributions to Indian media, innovations in digital journalism, mentoring young reporters, and his popular podcast persona “Tau” on Teen Taal, which fosters thoughtful public discourse.
The Haldi Ghati Award, named after the historic Battle of Haldighati symbolising valour and resilience, is one of four national awards given annually by MMCF. Past recipients include Tavleen Singh, Piyush Pandey and Raj Chengappa.
Other honourees this year included Padma Vibhushan Pt Hari Prasad Chaurasia, Vedamurti Devvrat Rekhe, Treeman of India Marimuthu Yoganathan, Vir Chakra Capt Rizwan Malik, and US-based researcher Molly Emma Aitken, who received the Colonel James Tod Award for contributions to understanding Mewar’s spirit and values.
In an era where headlines often shout louder than substance, the MMCF quietly reminded everyone that real journalism isn’t about noise, it’s about the quiet, persistent work that stirs society awake, one thoughtful story at a time.
