Newly sworn-in Manipur Chief Minister Yumnam Khemchand Singh, along with his deputy chief ministers Losii Dikho and Nemcha Kipgen, met Prime Minister Narendra Modi and several Union ministers in New Delhi to discuss peace and development in the state. Pics/X (@PMOIndia)/PTI

Indian women have steadily carved a powerful presence on the global stage, winning some of the world’s most prestigious honours — from the Academy Awards and BAFTA Awards to the Grammy Awards and the Cannes Film Festival. Their victories are not just personal milestones but cultural moments that placed Indian storytelling, music, and artistry firmly on the global map. Here’s a look at Indian women who won major honours on these international platforms