William Dalrymple was awarded the prestigious Mark Lynton History Prize for 2026. The honour recognises his widely celebrated book, The Golden Road: How Ancient India Transformed the World, for its exceptional blend of “literary grace, commitment to serious research and social concern.”
Veteran actor-filmmaker Amol Palekar honoured with the Lifetime Achievement Award at the 2026 Mahindra Excellence in Theatre Awards (META). Th e honour celebrates his immense, decades-long influence as an actor and director who redefined contemporary storytelling across both Indian theatre and cinema.
