India, June 26 -- The Government has invited nominations for the Pradhan Mantri Rashtriya Bal Puraskar 2026, a national honour for children aged 5 to 18, with July 31 set as the last date for submission.

In a statement, the Ministry of Women and Child Development said the award recognises exceptional achievements by children in bravery, social service, environment, sports, art & culture, and Science & Technology, and celebrates their "exceptional resilience, courage, creativity, and indomitable spirit". The ministry said the award will be conferred by the President at a special ceremony in New Delhi on Veer Bal Diwas on December 26.

"The award serves to encourage and inspire young talent by acknowledging their contributions at the natio...