Research. Recognition. Business Connections.
Aawardz brings together business research, analytical reports and ratings with international summits and awards. Our platform helps businesses gain insight, build connections and seek recognition for their achievements. Our research and reports help readers put market developments in context. Business ratings give organisations a way to document their work and apply for a certificate. Through our summits and awards, participants can meet peers, exchange ideas and share the work behind their achievements.
Our journey began in 2012 with Observer Dawn magazine, founded by well-known author, journalist and entrepreneur Dr. Hari Om Tyagi. It grew to include business summits and awards in India, with programmes recognising achievement in real estate and the wider business community.
In 2017, the India–UAE Business Summit & Awards marked our expansion into Dubai. Since 2022, the London International Summit & Awards (LISA) has been part of our international event programme. Each step broadened the community around Aawardz, from readers and local businesses to entrepreneurs and professionals meeting across markets. Publishing, business dialogue and recognition remain central to that work.
Our summits bring together business leaders, entrepreneurs and professionals for dialogue and networking. Participants can share experiences and hear how peers approach challenges in other markets. The awards recognise work across sectors. Explore the event pages for programme information, nomination options and ways to attend.
Get Recognised ↗A service in development that combines AI-assisted assessment with final human review. Businesses that receive an approved rating will be able to download their rating certificate free of charge. The rating process is intended to give businesses a structured way to describe their operations and supporting evidence. An optional detailed report can help businesses understand the assessment and identify areas to develop.
Explore business ratings ↗We offer commissioned business research and detailed analysis as paid services. A brief can focus on a sector, a market or a specific project. Businesses can use the findings to understand the landscape and compare opportunities. The scope and deliverables are agreed for each assignment.
Explore research & analysis ↗Planned monthly or quarterly research publications, with free summaries and paid access to full reports. The publications are intended to track developments across selected industries and markets. Summaries will highlight the main findings. Full reports will provide the supporting analysis and context for readers who want to explore the topic in depth.
Explore published reports ↗Through its English and Hindi editions, Observer Dawn covers business and the economy, public policy, research, hospitality, entertainment, infrastructure and real estate. Its editorial approach emphasises accuracy, impartiality and informed analysis. The magazine brings together reporting, interviews and expert perspectives to help readers understand how policy and market developments affect businesses. Its publishing work laid the foundation for the wider Aawardz platform.
Explore Observer Dawn ↗Held from 2012 to 2016, the International Realty Awards (IRA) recognised individuals and organisations for their contributions to the real estate sector. The programme brought industry professionals together around the work behind completed projects and business achievements. It formed part of the early Observer Dawn events and helped establish real estate as a focus of the awards programme.
Launched as an Observer Dawn initiative, the International Business Awards (IBA) recognised business excellence across private, public and charitable organisations. The programme welcomed entries from organisations of different sizes as well as individuals. Its remit extended beyond a single industry, giving participants a place to present their work and share examples of business achievement.
Established in 2016 in memory of the martyrs of the 1857 uprising, the Shahid Bishan Singh Journalist Awards honoured journalists for their work. Earlier programmes also included the GBN Pride Award and Ghaziabad Pride Awards. These initiatives broadened the scope of recognition to include journalism and local contributions alongside business and real estate achievements.
Founded by Dr. Hari Om Tyagi, the Hari Om Tyagi Group (HOT Group) brings together Observer Dawn Media & Entertainment Pvt. Ltd. and the Dubai-based World Cricket Council.
Our London summit and awards activities are conducted through Observer Dawn Media & Entertainment Pvt. Ltd.. The Aawardz business rating service, currently in development, is an initiative of Observer Dawn Media & Entertainment Pvt. Ltd.. These activities reflect the group’s work across publishing, events and business information.
Our approach combines technology with human judgement. Business ratings will be based on assessment and final human approval. Optional paid reports are a separate service and do not guarantee a particular rating. The assessment is designed to consider the information businesses provide and the evidence they can share. Human reviewers make the final decision before a rating certificate is issued.
Explore Get Recognised for summit details and nomination opportunities. If you are interested in an assessment for your organisation, visit Rate Your Business to learn about the process and certificate. For questions about events, research or other services, use the contact page to reach the Aawardz team.