Oxford University has decided to return a 500-year-old bronze sculpture of Hindu saint Tirumankai Alvar to India. The almost 60cm-tall statue had been showcased at the Ashmolean Museum. The Indian high commission claimed ownership of the Tamil poet’s sculpture, suspecting it was looted from an Indian temple. The University’s council supported the claim, and the decision is pending approval from the Charity Commission. In another instance, Queen Consort Camilla wore Queen Mary’s crown without the Koh-i-noor diamond during King Charles’s coronation. The diamond, seized by the East India Company in 1849, remains part of the crown jewels, displayed in the…
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Victory Sports Media, a premier company specializing in sports content production for film, television, and digital media, has announced the appointment of Rohini Kosoglu as a Senior Advisor. Kosoglu, who previously served as the Deputy Assistant to President Joe Biden and the Domestic Policy Advisor to Vice President Kamala Harris, will now contribute her expertise to Victory Sports Media. In her new role, she will bridge the worlds of sports, entertainment, and policy, ensuring that the company’s content has a significant impact both on screen and in society. Founded by Jai Khanna and Parag Parikh, Victory Sports Media is dedicated…
Ashwin Ramaswami, a candidate for the Georgia State Senate in District 48, has been chosen to serve on the credentials committee for the 2024 Democratic National Convention (DNC), scheduled to be held in Chicago from August 19th to 22nd. As one of four appointees from Georgia, Ramaswami joins the credentials committee, one of the three Biden-Harris standing committees at the Convention, alongside the rules committee and the platform committee. In his capacity as a member of the credentials committee, Ramaswami will play a role in addressing inquiries regarding delegate seating and ensuring that delegate candidates receive proper credentials to serve…
Pritika Mehta, an AI expert, offers guidance to Indian entrepreneurs navigating the AI revolution and tapping into Silicon Valley’s opportunities. With a Master’s in Artificial Intelligence from the State University of New York and experience in San Francisco, Mehta provides insight and motivation through her dynamic social media presence. In an interview with HindustanTimes.com, Mehta discusses GPT-40’s transformative potential, the evolving dynamics of search technology, and the opportunities Western Silicon Valley offers. She shares invaluable advice for aspiring Indian founders in AI, emphasizing the importance of networking, understanding global tech trends, and AI’s impact on India’s startup ecosystem. Mehta encourages…
Ukrainian Ambassador Oleksandr Polishchuk emphasized India’s influential global position as a leader of the Global South, particularly in the context of the forthcoming peace conference in Switzerland aimed at fostering peace in Ukraine. He underscored the importance of India’s involvement in the peace-building efforts, citing its diplomatic influence and the necessity of finding peaceful resolutions for Ukraine’s stability and prosperity. In anticipation of the global peace summit scheduled for June 15-16 in Switzerland, Ukraine seeks to garner international support for its peace initiatives. The Ambassador confirmed India’s participation in the summit, referencing Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s recent affirmation of India’s…
Over the past two years, the narrow pathway leading through shops and buildings to the renowned Vindhyachal Temple has undergone significant renovations. One devotee shared that the brief moments spent gazing at the Devi made the journey’s distance, heat, and miles feel insignificant. A mother of two from Pratapgarh, moved to tears, struggled to pull herself away from the Deity. After wiping her tears of devotion, she found herself in a large, clean compound for exiting pilgrims, meticulously washed and wiped. The intricate geometry and stone carvings caught her eye. The cleanliness and construction details of the under-construction temple corridor…
The Char Dham Yatra pilgrimage in India, which began on May 10, includes the sacred sites of Gangotri, Kedarnath, Badrinath, and Yamunotri. However, soon after its commencement, social media was inundated with images of overcrowded roads as thousands of devotees tried to reach Yamunotri. Recent photos also show cold weather conditions in Kedarnath. This year, there has been a notable increase in tourist numbers compared to 2023. By May 24, official records indicated that 967,000 pilgrims had visited the pilgrimage sites since May 10, with Kedarnath alone receiving 424,000 visitors. Despite the enthusiasm, the influx of visitors has brought significant…
The launch of Agnikul Cosmos’ Agnibaan rocket marks a significant milestone for India’s space sector, demonstrating the country’s expertise in complex rocket technology using a semi-cryogenic engine. This achievement, along with the developments by other private companies like Skyroot Aerospace and the upcoming Small Satellite Launch Vehicles (SSLV), positions India as a potential global hub for small satellite launches. The Indian government’s commercial arm, IN-SPACe, is playing a crucial role in this growth by establishing a dedicated launch centre at Kulasekharapatnam and promoting private sector participation. The small satellite market is expected to generate significant revenue, with each launch vehicle…
The Reserve Bank of India has observed that India’s GDP growth remains robust, propelled by vigorous investment demand backed by sound bank and corporate balance sheets. This growth is further reinforced by the government’s emphasis on capital expenditure and the implementation of prudent monetary, regulatory, and fiscal policies. Despite encountering challenges from a complex global economic scenario, India’s economy is well-poised to advance its growth trajectory over the coming decade, maintaining stability both macroeconomically and financially. The gradual decline in headline inflation towards the target is anticipated to spur consumption demand, particularly in rural areas, contributing to sustained economic expansion.…
On the eve of vote counting, Chief Election Commissioner (CEC) Rajiv Kumar announced on Monday that the Lok Sabha elections in India have achieved the highest voter turnout in the world. He described the Indian elections as a “miracle” during a press conference. During the press briefing, CEC Rajiv Kumar applauded the voters who participated in the Lok Sabha elections. He highlighted the record-breaking participation of 642 million voters, marking a historic achievement. This figure represents 1.5 times the combined voter base of the G7 countries and 2.5 times that of the 27 European Union (EU) countries. Kumar expressed gratitude…
