Author: Bhakti Narayanan

Ritesh Shah Charitable Pharmacy, a non-profit organization dedicated to offering vital healthcare services to disadvantaged communities, successfully hosted its highly anticipated second annual “We Are Already Making a Difference Gala!” on June 30, 2023. The remarkable event, which took place at 618 Restaurant in Freehold, was completely sold out, bringing together passionate supporters of the pharmacy to celebrate its impactful contributions. The Gala raised an impressive amount of $75,000, which will be used to fund the pharmacy’s critical mission of providing life-saving medication to underserved communities. Ritesh Shah, the Founder of Ritesh Shah Charitable Pharmacy, expressed overwhelming gratitude for the…

A large gathering of over 10,000 people, spanning ages four to 84, assembled at the Allen East Center in Texas to participate in a recitation of the Bhagavad Gita on the occasion of Guru Purnima. The event, organized by Yoga Sangeeta Trust America and SGS Geeta Foundation, showcased the unity of both children and adults coming together to celebrate this special day. The recitation took place in the presence of the esteemed spiritual saint, Pujya Ganapathy Sachidananda ji, on Monday, July 3, according to information gathered by ANI from the Avadhoota Datta Peetham Ashram in Mysuru. The Ashram is an…

India’s middle-class population is projected to nearly double to 61% of the total population by 2047, compared to 31% in 2020-21. This growth is expected due to political stability, economic reforms, and a sustained annual growth rate of 6% to 7% over the next 25 years, positioning India as one of the world’s largest markets. The findings come from a report released by People Research on India’s Consumer Economy (PRICE) and India’s Citizen Environment. The report states that the middle class in India will increase from 432 million individuals in 2020-21 to 715 million (or 47% of the population) by…

Animal, an action-thriller starring Ranbir Kapoor, Anil Kapoor, Bobby Deol, Triptii Dimri, and Rashmika Mandanna, is scheduled to be released on December 1. The film, directed by Sandeep Reddy Vanga, was originally planned for August but has been delayed. Director Vanga announced the new release date on Twitter, citing the need to ensure the quality of the film as the reason for the delay. He expressed gratitude for the positive response to the pre-teaser and explained that the film includes seven songs to be released in five languages. The director wanted to ensure that each song maintains its lyrical value…

During the ‘Startup20 Shikhar’ event in Gurugram, Haryana, Mr. Piyush Goyal, the Union Minister for Commerce and Industry, Consumer Affairs, Food & Public Distribution, and Textiles, expressed that India’s remarkable economic scale and market potential have been instrumental in fostering the growth of startups within the global startup ecosystem. He emphasized the importance of global efforts to establish inclusive, supportive, and sustainable startup ecosystems worldwide to address global concerns effectively. The Minister highlighted the significance of G20 meetings on startups, stressing the need for facilitating the exchange of ideas, best practices, funding mechanisms, and promoting research and development collaborations. He…

As India gears up to host the Shanghai Cooperation Organisation (SCO) summit in a virtual format, it is essential to reflect on New Delhi’s relationship with the group since its inception. India joined the SCO as an observer country in 2005 and became a full member in 2017 during the Astana Summit, marking a significant milestone in its association with the organization. Over the last six years, India has actively participated in all SCO operations, assuming the chairmanship of the SCO at the Samarkand Summit in September 2022. During India’s presidency, the SCO witnessed remarkable advancements in engagement and cooperation…

On Wednesday, Prime Minister Narendra Modi expressed his congratulations to India’s athletes for their outstanding performance at the Special Olympics Summer Games in Berlin, where they secured a total of 202 medals, including 76 gold medals. Alongside the golds, the athletes also achieved 75 silver and 51 bronze medals, surpassing the 200-medal mark, with six medals earned from track events. In a tweet, PM Modi praised the incredible athletes who represented India at the Special Olympics Summer Games in Berlin and commended their perseverance and inclusive spirit. The event witnessed the participation of approximately 7,000 athletes from 190 countries, competing…

The Jagannath Puri Rath Yatra is an annual festival that takes place in the city of Puri, Odisha, with a rich historical background spanning centuries. The festival originated from Devi Subhadra’s desire to visit Puri, prompting Lord Jagannath and Lord Balabhadra to embark on a chariot journey to fulfill her wish. Since then, the Rath Yatra has been observed annually according to the Hindu calendar. Apart from the well-known Puri Shri Jagannath Rath Yatra, there are several other notable Rath Yatra festivals celebrated across the country. Let’s explore some of these captivating events: 1. Puri Shri Jagannath Rath Yatra: The…

Meta has joined forces with the Confederation of All India Traders (CAIT) to provide training to one million traders on effectively utilizing the WhatsApp Business app. This collaborative effort aims to assist traders in expanding their customer base and enhancing their business operations over the next three years. In addition to this initiative, Meta, the parent company of WhatsApp, Instagram, and Facebook, has introduced the Meta Small Business Academy. This program is designed to equip aspiring entrepreneurs with digital marketing skills and offer them a certification upon completion. The certification provided by the Meta Small Business Academy will prove particularly…

Prime Minister Narendra Modi inaugurated five Vande Bharat Express trains from the Rani Kamalapati Railway Station in Bhopal, Madhya Pradesh. Before the flagging-off ceremony, the Prime Minister interacted with train crew members and children on board one of the Vande Bharat trains at the Rani Kamalapati railway station. The five Vande Bharat Express trains flagged off by the Prime Minister include the Rani Kamalapati-Jabalpur route, the Khajuraho-Bhopal-Indore route, the Madgaon (Goa)-Mumbai route, the Dharwad-Bengaluru route, and the Hatia-Patna route. Present at the event were Madhya Pradesh Chief Minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan, Governor Mangubhai C Patel, Union Railway Minister Ashwini Vaishaw,…