BHUBANESWAR, India, Sept. 28, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Eminent educationist, social reformer and Founder of KIIT, KISS and KIMS, Dr. Achyuta Samanta (https://achyutasamanta.com/) was conferred Honorary Citizenship of Milișăuți, Romania, on 21st September 2026 in recognition of his lifelong contributions to education, social development and humanitarian service. He was also presented with the Key to the City of Bârladby by the Municipality of Bârlad, becoming the first Odia to receive these civic honours from two Romanian municipalities.
Honorary citizenship is the highest recognition a town in Romania can give. The Key to the City is an old European tradition from the days when towns had gates and handed their key only to a person they trusted completely. Dr. Samanta visited Bârlad along with Dr. Manoj Kumar Mohapatra, Ambassador of India to Romania.
"I was deeply touched by the warm welcome I received in Milișăuți, Romania. The love and warmth I received in both cities will always remain close to my heart," Dr. Samanta said, expressing his deepest gratitude to the people of Romania.
Dr. Samanta was also named 'Leader of the Year' at the CEEMAN Champions Awards 2026 in recognition of his contributions to education, social development, humanitarian service and institution building. The award was presented at the 34th CEEMAN Annual Conference held in Romania. A representative of Dr. Samanta received the award in his absence. CEEMAN, the International Association for Management Development in Dynamic Societies, is based in Bled, Slovenia, and has around 180 members from about 50 countries.
Dr. Achyuta Samanta received FIDE's 'Education Philanthropic Award' at the Summit on Chess in Education in Uzbekistan on 24th September 2026, during the 46th FIDE Chess Olympiad and Congress. A representative accepted the award on his behalf.
The award was presented by Viswanathan Anand, Acting President of FIDE, and Ms. Dana Reizniece, Deputy Chair of the FIDE Management Board, in the presence of representatives from 120 countries. Dr. Samanta from India is among the recipients, who include heads of various countries. He was recognised for his lifelong contributions to sports and education. On the occasion, FIDE, KIIT and KISS signed an MoU to expand their Chess in Education initiatives.
In other developments, Dr. Samanta was conferred four honours - 'Mother Teresa Award'; 'Professor Honoris Causa' from AAB University College, Pristina; 'Recognition from the City of Peja'; and 'Medal of the President of the World Congress of Poets' during the 45th World Congress of Poets, being held in Pristina, Republic of Kosovo.
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Dr. Achyuta Samanta Conferred Honorary Citizenship by Romanian Town, Receives Multiple International Honours
Collaborations at CENTRESTAGE 2026 and Mid-Autumn K-Festival Week Highlight Integration of Technology, Fashion and Food
News Summary
- LG Electronics Hong Kong presented its home appliances at two major Korean cultural events this September.
- LG partnered with the Korea Trade-Investment Promotion Agency (KOTRA) at CENTRESTAGE to showcase how the LG Styler supports garment care in Korean fashion exhibits.
- During Mid-Autumn K-Festival Week, organized by the Korean Chamber of Commerce in Hong Kong, LG presented a "Housewarming by LG" K-Lifestyle experience zone featuring the LG Styler, InstaView™ refrigerator and multifunctional microwave steam oven.
- The events demonstrated how LG's technologies can support convenient garment care and optimal food preservation in the daily lives of Hong Kong consumers.
HONG KONG, Sept. 28, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- LG Electronics (LG) Hong Kong highlighted its latest smart home technologies through two cultural collaborations in Hong Kong this September. Through its participation in CENTRESTAGE 2026 and Mid-Autumn K-Festival Week, LG demonstrated how its technologies – from garment-care and kitchen appliances to smart home solutions – can bring the creativity of Korean fashion and food culture to Hong Kong consumers, supporting more convenient everyday living.
Supporting K-Fashion Through Innovative Garment Care
At CENTRESTAGE 2026, held at the Hong Kong Convention and Exhibition Centre from Sept. 2-5, LG collaborated with the Korea Trade-Investment Promotion Agency (KOTRA) to support the Korea Pavilion. At the exhibition, the LG Styler provided a convenient garment-care solution for the fashion pieces on display, helping refresh and prepare them throughout the exhibition while reducing the need for frequent ironing that may place stress on delicate fabrics.
During the event, LG engaged with Korean fashion designer Antonio Shin, whose latest collection features delicate materials such as premium rayon and natural fibers. Shin emphasized that garment care is an integral part of extending the design vision and preserving a fabric's unique character. He highlighted how the LG Styler's steam technology helps refresh garments and maintain the original texture, drape and silhouette of delicate pieces, demonstrating how technology can complement a designer's craftsmanship.
Creating a K-Lifestyle Experience at Mid-Autumn K-Festival Week
LG extended its efforts to share K-Lifestyle experiences at Mid-Autumn K-Festival Week from Sept. 21-27 at Central Market. The event, co-presented by the Korean Chamber of Commerce in Hong Kong (KoCham HK) and the Korea Agro-Fisheries & Food Trade Corporation, invited visitors to explore Korean culture through food, workshops and experiences.
LG hosted a dedicated "Housewarming by LG" K-Lifestyle experience zone to showcase a range of products, including the LG Styler and InstaView™ refrigerator. The interactive layout allowed visitors to experience firsthand how these appliances deliver comfort and convenience in a modern, welcoming home environment.
Showcasing K-Food and Ingredient Care
During a live cooking demonstration on Sept. 26, acclaimed Korean chef Park Joon-woo presented his interpretation of contemporary Korean cuisine using the LG 349L InstaView™ Bottom Freezer Refrigerator and the new LG 32L Multifunctional Microwave Steam Oven. Featuring Korean dishes such as Hanwoo beef with a galbijjim sauce and grilled Korean pork belly, Chef Park combined refined techniques and bold flavors to spotlight Korean culinary tradition and modern creativity.
During the demonstration, Chef Park highlighted the LG InstaView™ refrigerator's Knock Twice feature, which illuminates the glass panel to let users see inside without opening the door. This helps to reduce cold-air loss and keep meal preparation more organized.
Chef Park also shared his culinary philosophy and discussed how careful organization and storage are equally important as quality ingredients. He noted that consistent temperature control is especially critical for preserving premium ingredients like Hanwoo beef and Handon pork. Supported by LG's LinearCooling™ and DoorCooling⁺™ technologies, the refrigerator minimizes temperature fluctuations and circulates cool air evenly, helping ingredients maintain their freshness and flavor and giving home cooks greater confidence to elevate everyday dining.
Connecting Culture Through Technology
Through these collaborations, LG continues to create new connections between Korean creativity and Hong Kong consumers. Looking ahead, LG remains committed to integrating technology into everyday life, introducing more consumers to the convenience, style and sophistication of K-Lifestyle and the company's Life's Good brand vision.
About LG Electronics, Inc.
LG Electronics is a global innovator in technology and consumer electronics with a presence in almost every country and an international workforce of more than 74,000. LG's four Companies – Home Appliance Solution, Media Entertainment Solution, Vehicle Solution and Eco Solution – combined for global revenue of over KRW 88 trillion in 2024. LG is a leading manufacturer of consumer and commercial products ranging from TVs, home appliances, air solutions, monitors, automotive components and solutions, and its premium LG SIGNATURE and intelligent LG ThinQ brands are familiar names world over. Visit www.LGnewsroom.com for the latest news.
About LG Electronics Home Appliance Solution Company
The LG Home Appliance Solution Company (HS) is a global leader in home appliances and AI home solutions. By leveraging industry-leading core technologies, the HS Company is committed to enhancing consumers' quality of life and promoting sustainability. The company develops thoughtfully designed kitchen and living appliance solutions and has recently integrated LG's Robot Business Division to incorporate advanced robot technologies into its home solutions. Together, these products offer enhanced convenience, exceptional performance, efficient operation and sustainable lifestyle solutions. For more news on LG, visit www.LG.com/global/newsroom/.
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LG BRINGS K-LIFESTYLE EXPERIENCES TO HONG KONG THROUGH CULTURAL COLLABORATIONS
LG BRINGS K-LIFESTYLE EXPERIENCES TO HONG KONG THROUGH CULTURAL COLLABORATIONS
LG BRINGS K-LIFESTYLE EXPERIENCES TO HONG KONG THROUGH CULTURAL COLLABORATIONS
