Shashi Tharoor to be conferred France's highest civilian award

Senior Congress leader Shashi Tharoor is set to be conferred with France's highest civilian award Chevalier de la Legion d'Honneur for his writings and speeches. French Ambassador to India Emmanuel Lenain wrote to Tharoor, informing him about the award. "I am honoured to be recognised in this way. My gratitude and appreciation," Tharoor said.