Recognition, milestones and the people making Mogg's Estates what it is.

Global Recognition for Agricultural Innovation The ISSCA Global Awards were part of the Dryland Congress 2026, held under the theme “Transforming Dryland Agriculture with South–South Cooperation.” The inaugural awards received 170 nominations from 34 countries, covering regions across Asia, Southeast Asia, Africa, the Middle East, and Latin America and the Caribbean. The awards were created to recognise agricultural innovations that have demonstrated potential for wider adoption and adaptation. The recognition highlights how agricultural innovation is increasingly focused not only on crop production, but also on climate resilience, natural resource management, digital agriculture and stronger rural livelihoods.

India’s 72nd National Film Awards will make history this year. The prestigious ceremony will move from Delhi to Ekta Nagar in Gujarat on September 22, 2026. President Droupadi Murmu will present the awards at the ceremony. The venue is located near the Statue of Unity, adding a strong cultural connection to the event. A Historic Change for the National Film Awards The National Film Awards have traditionally been associated with Delhi. This year marks the first time in the awards' 72-year history that the main ceremony will move outside the capital. The decision brings one of India's biggest cinema events to Gujarat. It also highlights the growing importance of cultural venues beyond traditional centres.

India has recognised 82 teachers and educators with the National Teachers’ Awards 2026 for their contribution to education, innovation and skill development. The awards were presented around Teachers’ Day on September 5. The recognition brought together educators from school education, higher education, polytechnics and skill development.

India's startup ecosystem has celebrated another year of innovation, growth and entrepreneurship. The Economic Times Startup Awards 2026 brought together leading entrepreneurs, investors and business leaders in Bengaluru on August 25. The 12th edition recognised startups and founders across eight categories, highlighting companies that are shaping India's next phase of business growth. Among the biggest highlights was Groww, which won the prestigious Startup of the Year award.

India’s agricultural research sector has recognised a leading scientist for his contribution to wheat research and agricultural innovation. Dr. M. L. Jat, Secretary of the Department of Agricultural Research and Education and Director General of the Indian Council of Agricultural Research (ICAR), was recently conferred the Shri V. S. Mathur Memorial Award for his contributions to wheat research, agricultural science and innovation in India.

Maharashtra has honoured farmers and agricultural groups for their work in farming. The state-level agriculture awards were presented in Mumbai on July 1, 2026. The event recognised 189 farmers, institutions and farmer groups. Maharashtra Governor Jishnu Dev Varma presented the awards. The awards covered the 2023 and 2024 award years.