Raminder Singh Ranger on Britain's New Year's honours list

Raminder Singh Ranger, chairman of Sun Mark Ltd, was awarded the Commander of the Most Excellent Order of the British Empire (CBE).He was felicitated for his outstanding services to business and community cohesion in the UK.

Commander of the Order of the British Empire (CBE)This is awarded for having a prominent but lesser role at national level, or a leading role at regional level. It is also awarded for a distinguished, innovative contribution to any area.

Other awards of UK

1. Companion of Honour-This is awarded for having a major contribution to the arts, science, medicine, or government lasting over a long period of time.

2. Knight/Dame-This is awarded for having a major contribution in any activity, usually at national level. Other people working in the nominee’s area will see their contribution as inspirational and significant, requiring commitment over a long period of time.

3. Officer of the Order of the British Empire (OBE)-This is awarded for having a major local role in any activity, including people whose work has made them known nationally in their chosen area.

4. British Empire Medal (BEM)Reintroduced in 2012, this rewards a sustained, local contribution or innovative, high-impact work of a relatively short duration (eg.- 3 to 4 years).