2005 This award is given by Business Week USA to eminent Asians who have been path breakers in their fields.

1998 The Royal Society of UK is made up of Fellows – eminent scientists, engineers and technologists from the UK and the Commonwealth. Fellows are elected for life through a peer review process on the basis of excellence in science.

1998 All India Management Association confers this award to recognise outstanding contributions in management, entrepreneurship and leadership.

1991 The Padma Shri is awarded by the President of India to recognise notable contributions to the country. It is the nation’s fourth highest civilian award.

2000 The Padma Bhushan is India’s third highest civilian honour. It is conferred by the president on individuals who have made valuable contributions to the nation.