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13 Jun

Surat’s Diamond Shines at Las Vegas: Govindkaka Felicitated at JCK Las Vegas

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Las Vegas (Nevada) [USA], June 13: In a milestone for India’s diamond industry and the international arena, Shri Govind Dholakia, the visionary founder of Shree Ramkrishna Exports (SRK), received the coveted Lifetime Achievement Award from Diamonds Do Good, an internationally recognised non-profit organisation that honours responsible leadership in the diamond value chain. The award was presented at JCK Las Vegas 2025—North America’s leading jewellery show. Govind Dholakia, fondly referred to as Govindkaka, has been an imposing figure in both business and charity for a long time. His journey, which began when he was 13 years old in a small village…

12 Jun

Celebs, Business and Beyond: How The Centrum Hotel Lucknow Became a New Luxury Landmark in India 2025

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New Delhi [India], June 12: Lucknow’s luxury landscape is changing, and leading that transformation is none other than The Centrum, the city’s first true five-star destination. Over the weekend, it once again turned into the national spotlight with back-to-back high-profile celebrations. After the engagement of Indian cricketer Kuldeep Yadav and his childhood friend Vanshika, the spotlight continued to shine as Indian cricketer Rinku Singh got engaged to Member of Parliament Priya Saroj in a glittering ceremony that brought together the crème de la crème of cricket, politics, and Bollywood. Held amid the plush lawns and grand ballrooms of The Centrum,…

11 Jun

Siddharth Balachandran Receives Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum Medal for Philanthropy

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Dubai [UAE], June 11: Siddharth Balachandran, a UAE-based Indian entrepreneur and philanthropist, has been awarded the Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum Medal for Philanthropy, one of the highest civilian honors in the United Arab Emirates for humanitarian work. The award, presented by His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President and Prime Minister of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai, recognizes individuals and organizations for their exceptional contributions to charitable causes and social impact initiatives in the region. Balachandran was honored for what officials described as his “outstanding effort and contribution to the enrichment of charitable and humanitarian…

11 Jun

Ankit Khandelwal: The Relentless Visionary Behind Scalable Impact

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New Delhi [India], June 11: In the often noisy world of entrepreneurship, Ankit Khandelwal brings a refreshing mix of clarity, execution, and purpose. A founder, media producer, and tech strategist, Ankit’s journey over the past decade is marked by quiet hustle and meaningful outcomes across healthcare, education, media, and technology. His story didn’t begin with buzzwords—it started with action. From his early venture, Top10 Reviews, to his learning curve with Edumap, Ankit embraced every success and stumble with an eye on the bigger picture: building systems that solve real problems. Today, as the founder of WaterMarc Technologies (established in 2012…

11 Jun

Prashant Singh wins Gentleman’s Ride in Dehradun, Championing Mental Health and Environmental Consciousness

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Dehradun (Uttarakhand) [India], June 10: In a celebration of style, solidarity, and social responsibility, Prashant Singh stole the spotlight in this year’s Distinguished Gentleman’s Ride held in Dehradun. The annual event, renowned for its unique blend of elegance and advocacy, saw riders dressed in sharp suits, waistcoats, ties, and vintage attire riding through the city streets on classic motorcycles—all in support of a noble cause. This year’s theme focused on raising awareness about mental health, a subject gaining much-needed attention across the globe. Prashant Singh, a familiar face in both adventure circuits and ecological campaigns, led the ride with poise…

10 Jun

Bonhooghly Yubak Sangha’s Roktodan Utsav Sees 2,545 Donors in Major Kolkata Blood Drive

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Kolkata (West Bengal) [India], June 9: On 01st June 2025, Bonhooghly Yubak Sangha successfully conducted the 15th edition of its flagship event, Roktodan Utsav, a mass voluntary blood donation initiative that has become a landmark civic activity in North Kolkata. According to official figures shared by the organizing committee, the event registered a record 2,545 blood donors this year, making it one of the largest single-day blood donation efforts in the city. Held at the association’s community premises in Bonhooghly, the event drew wide participation from various neighbourhoods including Baranagar, Dunlop, and Sinthee. The initiative, which began in 2010 with limited local outreach, has gradually scaled…

10 Jun

Celebrate World Gin Day 2025 with GinSin ‘Best Indian Gin’ Globally

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New Delhi [India], June 10: Indian Craftsmanship Shines on the Global Stage with Cheers Group’s Double Victory. GinSin London Dry Gin has triumphed at the World Gin Awards 2025 in Norwich, UK, securing the titles of ‘Best Indian Gin’ and ‘India Country Winner,’ alongside a gold medal in the ‘London Dry Gin’ category. This global recognition comes from the world’s largest spirits competition, where the first round of tastings determined regional medallists, with gold winners moving forward to compete for the Country Winner title. GinSin, from the Cheers Group, emerged victorious in both categories. Known for its expertly distilled gin,…

07 Jun

Morari Bapu Becomes An Inspiration For Environmental Action

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Ahmedabad (Gujarat) [India], June 7: The tree plantation undertaken at Bhavnagar Airport on World Environment Day inspires widespread tree-planting Ishwaria: A tree plantation drive, undertaken by renowned spiritual leader Morari Bapu at Bhavnagar Airport on the occasion of World Environment Day on Thursday, has already catalysed further environmental action. Morari Bapu, respected globally for spreading the values of truth, love, and compassion through Ram Katha, is also deeply conscious of environmental responsibilities. In fact, he recently conducted a Ram Katha in Rajkot dedicated entirely to the cause of trees and environmental awareness. At Thursday’s event, after planting saplings alongside local…

06 Jun

Veteran Journalist Krishnkant Unadkat Honoured with Devarshi Narad Journalist Award

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Surat (Gujarat) [India], June 5: Renowned journalist, celebrated author, and resident editor of Sandesh newspaper’s Surat edition, Krishnkant Unadkat, has been bestowed with the esteemed Devarshi Narad Journalist Award, marking yet another turning point in his remarkable four-decade career. Pradipji Joshi of Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh (RSS) presented the award in a grand ceremony in Ahmedabad in front of eminent dignitaries and cultural icons. This most recent praise supports Unadkat’s reputation as a top voice in Gujarati literature and journalism. Having a career anchored in honest reporting, astute analysis, and reflective writing, Unadkat continues to influence public opinion across generations of…

06 Jun

Driving India’s Engineering Future with Purpose and Pride : Devashree Nampurkar

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New Delhi [India], June 6: India’s industrial landscape is rapidly evolving, with sectors like defense, marine, pharmaceuticals, and chemicals demanding innovation, agility, and indigenous engineering excellence. Amid this transformation, a new generation of leaders is stepping forward—bold, purpose-driven, and globally aware. Among them, Devashree Nampurkar stands out as a powerful force—combining technical acumen, business strategy, and a deep commitment to national growth. Devashree’s journey is defined by a unique blend of grassroots connection and global vision. With a degree in Mechanical Engineering from Shivaji University, Kolhapur, she grounded herself in core engineering principles while staying closely connected to her roots…