Dr. Achyuta Samanta, the Founder of KIIT and KISS, has been awarded the Grand Cross Award by the International Volleyball Federation (FIVB) for his remarkable contributions to the development of sports, particularly volleyball. This prestigious recognition was presented to him during the 39th FIVB World Congress, attended by representatives from 222 countries. Dr. Samanta's dedication and efforts in promoting sports at national and global levels have been highly appreciated, making him a deserving recipient of this prestigious award.
The Founder of KIIT and KISS, Dr. Achyuta Samanta, has been awarded the Grand Cross Award, the highest honour from the International Volleyball Federation (FIVB). The recognition was given for his admirable efforts in promoting and developing sports, with a focus on volleyball. The prestigious award was presented to him by FIVB President Dr. Ary Graca at the 39th FIVB World Congress in Portugal, attended by representatives from 222 countries.
Dr Samanta, the founder of KIIT and KISS, was presented with the Grand Cross Award by FIVB President Dr Ary Graca at the 39th FIVB World Congress in Porto, Portugal. This prestigious recognition acknowledges Dr Samanta's outstanding contributions in promoting sports, particularly volleyball. Representatives from 222 countries praised his remarkable achievements in sports and education as he dedicated the award to Lord Jagannath and all sports enthusiasts and athletes of India.
Trishna Ray, a student from the KIIT School of Fashion Technology, has made her state and country proud by winning the prestigious Miss Teen Universe 2024 pageant held in South Africa's Kimberley. Trishna's journey to the crown was not an easy one, as she had to overcome visa issues and previous setbacks. However, her perseverance and determination ultimately paid off. Founder of KIIT and KISS, Dr Achyuta Samanta also expressed his congratulations to Trishna on her remarkable achievement.
Protests have erupted in Kandhamal district as the three major parties - BJP, BJD, and Congress - announced their candidates for the upcoming Lok Sabha elections. The Kui Samaj, a powerful tribal organization, is demanding the withdrawal of non-tribal candidates like BJD's Achyuta Samanta and Congress' Surada Pradhan and Pratibha Kanhar. The Samaj has threatened to call for a district-wide shutdown if their demands are not met and has expressed disappointment over the neglect of local tribal leaders in the selection of candidates.
Renowned philanthropist Bill Gates was awarded the KISS Humanitarian Award 2023 in a virtual ceremony organized by KIIT and KISS in Bhubaneswar, Odisha. The prestigious award recognized Mr. Gates' exemplary contributions to global health, education, and climate change through innovative technology solutions. In his acceptance speech, Mr. Gates praised Dr. Achyuta Samanta for his vision and dedication to providing quality education to indigenous communities. The KISS Humanitarian Award, initiated by Dr. Samanta in 2008, is the highest honor of KIIT and KISS and has been previously awarded to global leaders and Nobel laureates, showcasing its broad international appeal and respect.