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Ahmedabad (Gujarat) [India], October 9: Amit Badlani, Managing Director of Vihaan Clean & Green Tech and Go Green Mechanisms Pvt. Ltd., has been felicitated by the Hon’ble Chief Minister of Gujarat, Shri Bhupendra Patel, for his outstanding contribution to environmental protection and sustainable industrial growth. This honour acknowledges Mr Badlani’s 17-year legacy of advancing cleaner, greener industrial ecosystems through innovative wastewater management and pollution control technologies. Under his leadership, Vihaan Clean & Green Tech, a subsidiary company of HyFun Foods, has developed world-class Common Effluent Treatment Plants (CETPs) and Zero Liquid Discharge (ZLD) systems that have set new benchmarks in environmental responsibility and operational excellence. The recogni...

Pune (Maharashtra) [India], October 9: Swarajya Rakshak Sanstha, a pioneering grassroots institution dedicated to shaping India’s future warriors and workforce, proudly announces its achievements and impact from June 2024 to July 2025. With a mission rooted in discipline, empowerment, and dharmic duty, the organisation has transformed hundreds of lives through combat training, sports excellence, and social service initiatives. Building India’s Warriors: Training & Government Service Success  80 youth are guided through structured training programs, with 40 residential trainees year-round in focused batches. 11 aspirants cleared physical exams and 3 were successfully inducted into government services, marking a milestone in disciplined preparation. Balanced nutrition is provided daily...

(from left) Dr. Biswaroop Roy Chowdhury, Nguyen Thu Trang, Chu Thị Hang and Dr. Nguyen Hoang Anh (Julia) with the dance workshop participants. New Delhi [India], October 8: In a remarkable initiative to strengthen cultural ties between India and Vietnam, United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO) Vietnam has collaborated with the India Book of Records (IBR) to promote Indo–Vietnam Cultural Heritage through a series of programs showcasing talent and cultural exchange. The India Book of Records, the official keeper of Indian records for more than two decades, publishes annual books, monthly magazines, and broadcasts weekly television shows aimed at promoting Indian talent both nationally and internationally. In collaboration with UNESCO–Vietnam, IBR has underta...

New Delhi [India], October 8: When 11-year-old twins Eva and Amaira Deotale took the stage at TEDxMiltonKeynesYouth, the audience anticipated a simple youth talk. Instead, they witnessed a powerful call to action that continues to resonate far beyond the auditorium walls. “Disability does not mean defeat; it means determination,” the twins declared during their talk Through Our Eyes: Rethinking Disability, urging society to shift from viewing disability as a limitation to recognising it as a symbol of resilience and possibility. The overwhelming response in the room was followed by thousands more engaging with their message online via the TEDx YouTube channel. A Campaign Rooted in Inclusion  Eva and Amaira are no strangers to advocacy. As co-founders of Being Purple, their campaign to make...

New Delhi [India], October 8: Two times President Award-winner World-renowned Astrologer, Life Coach, and Philanthropist Dr. Sohini Sastri graced the prestigious Rashtriya Media Maha Sammelan (National Media Conference) held at the Brahmakumaris Headquarters, Shantivan Campus, Abu Road, Mount Abu, Rajasthan. The three-day conference, which took place from 26th September to 28th September 2025, witnessed the participation of more than 1,500 media representatives from across India, along with attendees from around the globe.Dr. Sohini Sastri had the honor of inaugurating the conference alongside the Hon’ble Governor of Rajasthan, Haribhau Kishanrao Bagde. Her presence as the Guest of Honor and Guest Speaker added immense value to the event, which was centered around the theme – “The Role o...

Dubai [UAE], October 6: The UAE, i.e United Arab Emirates, has announced a stop on tourist and work visas for citizens from nine countries. This policy has gained significant attention as travelers and expatriates are closely watching the UAE visa ban updates.For those who are not affected, particularly Indian travelers, applying for a Dubai visa online remains an easy process with Akbar Travels.  According to official reports, this move comes in response to rising security concerns and reviews of migration policies. Although the suspension is temporary, it has caused uncertainty for many, especially job seekers and families planning vacations in the Emirates.  The UAE Banned Countries List In its latest policy move, the UAE has suspended tourist and working visas for nine countries,...

New Delhi [India], October 4: Abhijeeth Bhattacharjee Extends Gratitude to Hon’ble Governor of Telangana Shri Jishnu Dev Varma for inaugurating the Diamond jubilee Durga Puja celebrations Abhijeeth Bhattacharjee, VP and Chairman, Cultural Committee of Bangiya Sanskritik Sangha, warmly welcomed Shri Jishnu Dev Varma, the Hon’ble Governor of Telangana, to the Diamond Jubilee celebrations of Sarvojanin Durgotsav at Keyes High School, Secunderabad, and extended a heartfelt vote of thanks for graciously inaugurating the Diamond Jubilee celebrations of Sarvojanin Durgotsav at Keyes School Secunderabad,Telangana on 28th Sep 2025.Hon’ble Governor of Telangana, Shri Jishnu Dev Varma, conveyed his greetings and best wishes for the Diamond Jubilee Dussehra celebrations, saying “Dussehra embodies th...

New Delhi [India], October 3: The Centre for Scientific Outreach (CSO) proudly announces the launch of the National Aviation Olympiad (NAO)- 1st Pan-India initiative designed to inspire, educate, and engage school students in the dynamic world of aviation. The Olympiad is envisioned as a movement to bridge India’s youth with the rapidly expanding aviation sector, cultivating the next generation of aviators, engineers, policymakers, and innovators. Through a carefully designed curriculum and an expert committee of 100 experts from academia, industry and policy makers, NAO will test students’ knowledge in science, technology, and aviation fundamentals while nurturing creativity, problem-solving, and awareness about the aviation industry’s role in national growth. The agenda, syllabus and awa...

Ahmedabad (Gujarat) [India], October 3: On the occasion of Gandhi Jayanti, Hon’ble Chief Minister Shri Bhupendra Patel reinforced the vision of “Khadi for Nation, Khadi for Fashion” and “Vocal for Local” by purchasing Khadi in Ahmedabad. Inspired by Hon’ble Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi’s call, the Chief Minister visited Yash Khadi Emporium of Bharat Khadi Gramodyog Sangh at Thaltej and Om Khadi, a unit of Khadi India on Sindhu Bhavan Road, where he personally bought Khadi products & garments.Recognising Khadi as the symbol of Swadeshi, Shri Bhupendra Patel stated that such initiatives contribute towards realising the goals of Vocal for Local and Atmanirbhar Bharat. On this occasion, Deputy Mayor Shri Jatinbhai Patel, Standing Committee Chairman of Ahmedabad Municipal Corporation...

Panel discussion at India International Center, where BDIA and SITARA emphasized the urgent need for a Digital Atmanirbharta programme. New Delhi [India], October 3: B-DIA (Bharath Digital Infrastructure Association), a non-profit supporting Indian-origin cloud platforms, joined a discussion with SITARA (Science Indigenous Technology & Advanced Research Accelerator) at the India International Center. The discussion stressed the urgent need for a Digital Atmanirbharta programme and highlighted the need for policies that support private R&D and indigenous cloud services. Chaired by Ambassador Ashok Kantha, the discussion brought together policymakers, tech leaders, and industry experts, including Dr. Sasmit Patra, Hon’ble MP; Shri Parminder Jeet Singh, Digital Affairs Expert; Shri Ab...