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Annual Event to Commemorate Civilian-Led Peacebuilding in Mindanao Calls Forth Collective Action to Develop Peace
11 Feb

Annual Event to Commemorate Civilian-Led Peacebuilding in Mindanao Calls Forth Collective Action to Develop Peace

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February 11: On the 24th of January 2022, over 22,000 social representatives from 51 countries attended the international peace conference celebrating the Peace Day held virtually. The event commemorated a civilian-led peace agreement made between the Islam and Catholic communities in Mindanao 8 years ago. Back in 2014, Heavenly Culture, World Peace, Restoration of Light (HWPL), an international NGO mediated the conflict in Mindanao by proposing a peace agreement by local representatives. Witnessed by Chairman Man Hee Lee of HWPL, the peace agreement was signed by Hon. Esmael G. Mangudadatu, the then Governor of Maguindanao, and Archbishop-Emeritus Fernando Capalla of…
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Humble beginnings led Dr. Tanya Chaudhari to ace the game of modelling, acting, and social work
11 Feb

Humble beginnings led Dr. Tanya Chaudhari to ace the game of modelling, acting, and social work

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She has gone above and beyond to spread breast cancer awareness through her Breast Cancer Awareness Programme February 11: It perhaps may take years for a few individuals to make their mark in their respective fields; some may lose hope halfway, while some others may keep going upwards and onwards with the sole intention to make a positive difference in society. Having such genuine intentions and working day in and day out for people in need out there is no easy task. But Dr. Tanya Chaudhari did that and how, while also ensuring to building a robust career for herself,…
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Fifth Edition of URJA Awards Organized By Gravittus Foundation
11 Feb

Fifth Edition of URJA Awards Organized By Gravittus Foundation

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India, February 11: The fifth edition of URJA Awards took place in the environs of a plush suburban hotel and marked the attendance of celebrated dignitaries and personalities like Mrs. Amruta Fadnavis, Mrs. Sharmila Thackeray, Medha Kulkarni and Rupali Chakankar. The award function was also graced by celebrities like Bhawana Pandey and sportsperson Anjali Bhagwat. Achievers from the fields of entertainment, sports, philanthropy, business and education were recognised for their immense contribution by Mrs Usha Kakade, Founder& President of Gravittus Foundation. Along with Mrs Usha Kakade, her daughter Komal Rohan Deshmukh and her daughter-in-law Devika Vikram Kakade reiterated how much…
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Cosmetic surgery industry in India is booming, says Dr. Saheb Gowda Shetty
10 Feb

Cosmetic surgery industry in India is booming, says Dr. Saheb Gowda Shetty

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The pandemic has fuelled the growth of the cosmetic surgery industry, which is offering hope and new life to thousands Bangalore (Karnataka) [India], February 10: From being a tool in the quest for perfection for the rich to improve the quality of life of people with visible deformities, the cosmetic surgery industry has come a long way. As it has become more accessible and affordable due to efforts to cosmetic surgeons such as Dr. Saheb Gowda Shetty, the cosmetic surgery industry has witnessed exponential growth in India in recent years. The phenomenon of ‘zoom boom’ during the Covid-19 pandemic has…
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“The Last White Man in India” Becomes a Surprise Hit
10 Feb

“The Last White Man in India” Becomes a Surprise Hit

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New Delhi (India), February 10: India is a land of enchantment and mysteries. The more you explore, the better you fall for it. If you are wondering how to know more, you have to read more. Books have always been an integral part of our lives, since ancient times, and guess what? With the emergence of a better and more aware world, people are slowly understanding how books can teach them about a multitude of things. The Last White Man in India, written by Subhuti Anand Waight, has been launched at Marshall’s Book Café, Berman Chouk, Aundh, Pune on 29th…
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US Born Indian Origin Racer Atharva Desai testing for Formula-3 Series in the UK
10 Feb

US Born Indian Origin Racer Atharva Desai testing for Formula-3 Series in the UK

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Atharva Desai, Arden Motorsports Team India, February 10: Arden Motorsports Team has tested Atharva Desai, a Young Racing Driver Academy (YRDA) race car driver and offered him the chance to drive their official Formula car. Currently, in his second year at Oxford, UK, and pursuing his Bachelor of Engineering (Motorsport Technology), Atharva has garnered experience in the motorsport world by progressing from go-kart to Formula specification cars in a short period. Atharva started his racing career at a young age and grew up watching Formula One on television. “I developed my interest in racing when I was eight years old…
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Madhya Pradesh CM Shivraj Singh Chouhan honored Dr. AK Dwivedi for his contribution to the medical field
09 Feb

Madhya Pradesh CM Shivraj Singh Chouhan honored Dr. AK Dwivedi for his contribution to the medical field

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Indore (Madhya Pradesh) [India], February 9: Shivraj Singh Chouhan, Chief Minister of Madhya Pradesh, honored Dr. AK Dwivedi for his valuable contribution in giving a healing touch to the patients suffering from aplastic anemia and that facing health issues post-Covid. Dr. Dwivedi was honored at a function held recently at Indore by Chief Minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan in the presence of the medical fraternity and people from all walks of life. According to Dr. Dwivedi, dry cough, dizziness, weakness, acidity, hiatus hernia, joint pain and burning sensation in urine is the most common complaints among the patients recovered from Covid-19.…
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Jai Khanna becomes the first Indian student to speak at UW–Madison’s Winter commencement
09 Feb

Jai Khanna becomes the first Indian student to speak at UW–Madison’s Winter commencement

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UW–Madison’s exceptional graduate of winter ’21 Beatboxes in his speech Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], February 9: Jai Khanna, 22, born and raised in Mumbai, India, became the very first Indian student to speak at the winter commencement of the University of Wisconsin–Madison. Jai used beatboxing in his commencement speech and delivered a huge applaud winning message on‘Living life in the moment’, relevant to the times we live in. The University of Wisconsin–Madison is the highest ranking national public university and fourth overall in Washington Monthly’s 2021 College Guide and Rankings. “The University of Wisconsin-Madison prides itself on being a global university…
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Puneet Chadha to play for Hero I-League after successful comeback as pro footballer
09 Feb

Puneet Chadha to play for Hero I-League after successful comeback as pro footballer

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February 9: When the going gets tough, the tough gets going, which is true about professional footballer, Puneet Chadha. After making a successful comeback to professional football, the 27-year-old is now looking to play for the Hero I-league. His love for the sport can be seen from the fact that he continues to strive in his struggle to make a great career in football. As a kid, Puneet Chadha was always into different sports, which is what his mother wanted. He took up swimming as his first sport before moving to cricket. In fact, Puneet was kind of serious with…
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Dr Ruupa Rao wins the Women Who Lead National Award 2021
08 Feb

Dr Ruupa Rao wins the Women Who Lead National Award 2021

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February 8: Entrepreneurship for women is fraught with difficulties. In many parts of India, women are still subordinated to the precepts of society because of their gender identity. Despite this, Dr. Ruupa Rao has become stronger and more determined than ever. Dr. Ruupa Rao won the Women Who Lead National Award 2021 for her exemplary work in mental health  Co-Presented by Trell Experiences and the Govt of India & Signed by Prof Rohini Godbole – Padma Shri (2019) and Indian Physicist, Dr.Punita Arora – Surgeon Vice Admiral. Punita Arora PVSM, SM, VSM is a former Indian Navy officer. Dr Ruupa…
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