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Varanasi (Uttar Pradesh) [India], April 28: In the sacred city of Varanasi, where the Ganges flows with the weight of centuries, the Rajat Synergy Foundation, led by visionary philanthropist Rajat Mohan Pathak, stands as a beacon of hope, continuing a 200-year legacy of selfless service. From its humble beginnings in 1865 to its transformative initiatives today, the foundation has touched countless lives, proving that Varanasi, a historical gem, can also be a cradle of progress in India’s evolving economy. Rajat’s unparalleled dedication to social good—spanning women’s empowerment, environmental stewardship, child welfare, and crisis response—embodies the spirit of a true changemaker, positioning the foundation as a most deserving candidate for the prestigious Padma Awards, which honor dis...

New Delhi [India], April 26: In a milestone moment in history that is a spiritual benchmark for India and the world, Dr. Savitha Rani, a highly acclaimed trailblazer in Jalayoga from Bangalore, has emerged as the world’s first individual to undertake Jalayoga at the Maha Kumbh Mela—the largest religious congregation on planet Earth. Her pioneering act reshapes the synergy of yoga, water, and spirituality, reaffirming India’s leadership role as the world’s hub of ancient wisdom. Referred to as the “Aqua Queen” and “Jalayoga Star of India,” Dr. Rani embarked on an unprecedented set of yoga asanas underwater at the mythic trinity confluence point of the rivers Ganga, Yamuna, and Saraswati in Prayagraj, during Maha Kumbh Mela. This once-144-year ritual is central to Hindu society. Jalayoga, an...

New Delhi [India], April 25: In an era where women are not only breaking glass ceilings but reshaping the architecture of leadership itself, the Women in Leadership & Entrepreneurship Summit & SHEMINENT Awards 2025 emerged as a landmark celebration of inclusive diplomacy, women-led innovation, and cross-border collaboration between India and the UAE. Organized by the Indo-UAE Economic Chamber of Commerce (IUECC), this prestigious event was hosted at SRM IST, Chennai, and brought together a remarkable lineup of women leaders, policymakers, entrepreneurs, educators, and change-makers from both nations. The summit was brilliantly led by Dr. Sridevi Arunachalam, Founding Chairman and President of IUECC, whose visionary guidance brought this global initiative to life. “SHEMINENT is more...

Dharwad (Karnataka) [India], April 23: In a groundbreaking spiritual and cultural milestone, Gram Vikas Society, in collaboration with Universal Knowledge Trust, has successfully set a Nobel World Record for organizing the largest Agnihotra ceremony with participation from 11,111 households during a single sunset. The historic event took place on Sunday, April 13, 2025, between 6:30 PM and 7:30 PM, at the scenic Indigo Campus, Mansoor, Dharwad. Families from across regions and communities came together in unity through the sacred fire ritual, establishing a powerful symbol of collective harmony and spiritual resurgence. The record was officially recognized and declared by a four-member panel from Nobel World Records, adding a new feather in Karnataka’s cultural crown. The initiative was le...

New Delhi [India], April 22: In a proud moment for the world of astrology, the renowned father-daughter duo, Astrologer Dr. Prem Kumar Sharma and Astrologer Manisha Koushik, were felicitated at the prestigious Bharat Mandapam by AsiaOne for their extraordinary contributions to the field. Dr. Prem Kumar Sharma, a three-time Limca Book of Records holder, was honoured with the title of Asia’s Greatest Leader 2024-25, while his daughter Manisha Koushik—a popular astrologer, columnist, and viral numerologist on social media—was awarded India’s Greatest Leader 2024-25. This grand ceremony, hosted by AsiaOne, celebrated exemplary individuals across various industries who have demonstrated vision, leadership, and impact. The recognition also celebrates their recent milestone—the publication of the...

New Delhi [India], April 15: In a world flooded with news from every direction, India Hood has emerged as a reliable source for clean, important, and time-saving journalism. This bilingual digital news platform provides updates in both Bengali and English, helping people stay informed without bias or unnecessary noise. From government announcements to startup trends and weather forecasts, India Hood delivers the information that truly matters. The Foundation of India Hood India Hood is a bilingual digital news platform focused on providing accurate, unbiased, and time-saving news in both Bengali and English. The platform is owned and operated by Hoodgen Pvt Ltd. It was founded by Krishna Chandra Garain and Koushik Dutta on February 10, 2022, with a vision to create a community-driven news ...

New Delhi [India], April 15: Addressing the urgent need for improved security measures within residential housing societies, Chairman of Central Association of Private Security Industry has made a formal appeal to the Hon’ble Prime Minister, urging the government to introduce a dedicated fund to support the security needs of Resident Welfare Associations (RWAs) across the nation. He stated, “Security remains a fundamental right and necessity for every citizen. However, many RWAs struggle to collect security charges from their members due to financial constraints and a lack of awareness regarding the importance of professional security services. This often compels them to hire unlicensed and non-compliant private security agencies, inadvertently violating critical labour laws, including the...

New Delhi [India], April 7: Casio India Co. Pvt. Ltd., a global leader in consumer electronics, has witnessed overwhelming support for its CSR campaign, “Recycle Responsibly,” launched across Delhi NCR on March 25, 2025. Aimed at fostering responsible e-waste disposal and environmental stewardship, the campaign is swiftly gathering momentum and making a tangible impact. Until now, the initiative has traversed over 130+ locations spanning Delhi, Gurugram, Noida, Ghaziabad, Faridabad, and Greater Noida — with enthusiastic citizen participation marking every stop. With seven (7) mobile e-waste collection vans deployed across the region, the campaign has already gathered 1,829 kilograms of end-of-life electrical and electronic equipment (WEEE), reinforcing the public’s readiness to support sus...

New Delhi [India], April 5:  Organised by Water Digest, the nation’s leading water magazine, the ceremony was held in the presence of distinguished ministers, policymakers, industry leaders, and water warriors. The event honoured individuals, organisations and grassroots campaigners that are pioneering innovative solutions for sustainable water management. Honoured Guests The event was honoured by a video message from Shri C. R. Patil, Hon’ble Minister of Jal Shakti, Government of India, and the esteemed presence of Shri Raj Bhushan Choudhary, Hon’ble Minister of State for Jal Shakti, Dr. Benno Böer, Programme Specialist and Chief of Sector – Natural Sciences, UNESCO, Ms. Anupama Madhok Sud, Director and Editor, Water Digest, and Mr. Umesh Sharma, Director, Water Digest. Shri C. R. Patil, ...

Ahmedabad (Gujarat) [India], March 26:  The Gujarat Media Club (GMC), a prominent association of media professionals in the state, has announced its new executive body for the term 2025-27 following a successful election process. Shri Himanshu Upadhyay, the Returning Officer for GMC Elections 2025, confirmed that Mr. Nirnay Kapoor was the sole candidate for the post of President and has been elected unopposed. As per the Club’s bye-laws and in consultation with the company secretary, a team of nine office-bearers has been appointed to lead GMC for the next two years. The newly constituted leadership team is as follows: GMC Office Bearers (2025-27):President: Nirnay Kapoor Senior Vice President: Dixit Soni Vice Presidents: Ashish Amin, Rajiv Pathak Secretary General: Sanjay Pandey Secreta...