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26 Mar

Can We Stop Glacial Melt Before It Triggers a Global Water Crisis?

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New Delhi [India], March 25: On March 2025 at 11 AM, at Hotel Drake Longchamp in Geneva, the India Water Foundation (IWF), in collaboration with the World Meteorological Organization (WMO) and the Mountain Partnership of the United Nations, convened a High-Level Policy Dialogue on Fostering Collaborative Efforts to Protect Receding Glaciers. The event, held to mark both World Water Day and the 17th founding Day of the India Water Foundation, transformed a hybrid conference space into a dynamic hub of global environmental discourse. Bringing together experts, policymakers, and environmental leaders, the dialogue addressed the escalating crisis of glacial melt and…

25 Mar

National Maritime Games 2025 Sets Sail in Navi Mumbai with PT Usha’s Inspiring Words

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Navi Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], March 24: In a momentous celebration of athletic excellence and maritime unity, Padma Shri Dr. P.T. Usha, President of the Indian Olympic Association and Member of Parliament, inaugurated the National Maritime Games 2025 today at IMU, Palm Beach Road, Navi Mumbai. In her address, Dr. Usha inspired hundreds of maritime cadets and athletes with her words: “True sportsmanship overrides all else. In the arena of sport, there are no losers — every participant is a winner. It is not just about medals, but about the courage, discipline, and integrity each athlete brings to the field.” Dr.…

24 Mar

Women’s History Month 2025: Violence Against Women Must Stop

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This year as we celebrate Women’s history month in the United States and the Commission on the Status of Women at the United Nations (CSW 69) around the world, I urge you to adopt this phrase with me, “each strike against a woman is a strike against all of us” From a historical standpoint, I am happy to bring to your awareness the fact that, since 1995, each US President has issued an annual proclamation designating the month of March as “Women’s History Month.” On a global scale, the preamble enshrined into the United Nations Charter executed in San Francisco…

20 Mar

India’s Quest to Become the ‘Factory of the World’: Protecting Workers’ Rights is Paramount: Abhijeet Rane

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New Delhi [India], March 20: As India strives to become the “factory of the world,” Abhijeet Rane, founder of the Dhadak Kamgaar Union, emphasizes the importance of protecting workers’ rights. With global conglomerates setting up plants in India, it’s crucial to ensure that employees’ rights are safeguarded. Key Challenges Facing Workers in India Low Wages: Factory workers in India are often paid meager wages. Lack of Safety: Workers face unsafe working conditions. Discriminatory Hiring Practices: Married women in the electronics sector face bias. Unsafe Living Conditions: Workers are often forced to live in unsafe and unsanitary conditions. Legal Framework Governing…

19 Mar

CAPSI Launched the Nari Rakshak Teams Women Safety App during the International Women’s Day Celebration Event

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New Delhi [India], March 19: The Central Association of Private Security Industry (CAPSI) and ASIS International, New Delhi (ASIS) are proud to jointly host the International Women’s Day Celebrations on March 7, 2025, at 1:00 PM at the Constitution Club of India, Rafi Marg, New Delhi. The event honored outstanding professionals who have demonstrated courage, resilience, and dedication in making society safer and more secure. CAPSI recognized women who have shown extraordinary strength in overcoming adversity, taken bold actions to protect themselves and others, and led impactful initiatives focused on safety, empowerment, and social change. Those who have made significant contributions to…

18 Mar

India 2047: Paving the Path to a Climate-Resilient Future: Harvard Joins MoEFCC for Key Conference

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New Delhi [India], March 18: Union Ministry of Environment, Forest and Climate Change (MoEFCC), in collaboration with two institutes at the Harvard University, USA, is organizing a Conference on ‘India 2047: Building a Climate-Resilient Future’, from 19th – 22nd March 2025, at Bharat Mandapam in New Delhi. The Lakshmi Mittal and Family South Asia Institute and the Salata Institute For Climate and Sustainability at Harvard University, USA, are the organising partners for the event. This event will serve to identify the key challenges in adaptation and fine tune India’s response in terms of policies, programmes and action at the field…

13 Mar

ET Now Business Conclave Honors Dr. Dinesh Shahra with Best Author Award in Sanatan Literacy

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Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], March 13: Dr. Dinesh Shahra, renowned industrialist, philanthropist, and author, has been honored with the Best Author Award in Sanatan Literacy by ET Now for his acclaimed book series, Sanatan Living. The prestigious award was presented by Lieutenant General K.T. Parnaik, Governor of Arunachal Pradesh, at a grand ceremony in Delhi, recognizing Dr. Shahra’s significant contribution to preserving and promoting Sanatan wisdom through his literary work. The Sanatan Living series offers profound insights into the timeless principles of Sanatan Dharma, making ancient Indian wisdom accessible and relevant in today’s world. Through his writings, Dr. Shahra emphasizes the…

11 Mar

First International Aari Workers Conference 2025 Sets World Record with 5000+ Women Participants

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Chennai (Tamil Nadu) [India], March 11: Virudhunagar, Tamil Nadu – March 9, 2025: In a groundbreaking event, Dr. Aravind Lakshminarayanan, fondly known as Yoga Aravind, successfully organized the 1st International Aari Workers Conference – 2025 at V.V. Vanniyaperumal College for Women, Virudhunagar, Tamil Nadu. This event marks the world’s first-ever reunion of Aari workers, a significant step towards recognizing and empowering this traditional craft sector. Organized by the Tamil Nadu Aari Workers Council (TNAWC) and the Indian Aari Workers Federation (IAWF), this historic conference brought together 5,000+ women artisans, setting a Nobel World Record for the “Maximum Number of Women Performing Aari…

06 Mar

Gujarat CM Bhupendrabhai Patel Inaugurates Gujarat Semiconnect And 19th IESA Vision Summit

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Gandhinagar (Gujarat) [India], March 6: IESA Vision Summit 2025 was officially inaugurated on, March 5, 2025, at the Mahatma Mandir Convention and Exhibition Centre in Gandhinagar, Gujarat, as part of the prestigious “Gujarat SemiConnect 2025.” Solidifying the summit’s status as a leading landmark event in the semiconductor industry, the inaugural ceremony was attended by Hon’ble Chief Minister of Gujarat, Shri Bhupendrabhai Patel. With the theme “Silicon Gujarat: Powering India’s Semiconductor Revolution,” the IESA Vision Summit 2025 has convened more than 1500 participants from around the world, including engineers, researchers, academicians, innovators, policymakers, and industry leaders. The event aims to demonstrate India’s status as a…

05 Mar

The Brand Story – Pride of India Conclave 2025 Concludes Successfully in Goa

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New Delhi [India], March 5: The Pride of India Conclave 2025 marked a significant gathering of industry leaders and experts. BRICS Chambers of Commerce and Industry partnered with the conclave organised by The Brand Story as an industry partner, adding support to make the event a success. The event brought together a prestigious lineup of special guests and award winners showcasing outstanding achievements and contributions in various fields. The conclave was chaired by Shri Sameep Shastri, Vice Chairman of BRICS Chamber of Commerce & Industry, President of BRICS CCI Young Leaders, providing strategic direction and leadership throughout the event. His…