Aman Kumar Sharma, Secretary-General of the Association of Traditional Sports and Games, India, has been invited to represent India and the International Council of Traditional Sports and Games (ICTSG) at a prestigious United Nations event on sports security. Titled “Securing the Legacy: Debriefing from Paris 2024 for Future Major Sporting Events,” the conference will take place on March 5, 2025, in a hybrid format at the UN Headquarters in New York. Organized by the United Nations Office of Counterterrorism (UNOCT) in partnership with the Permanent Mission of France, the event is part of UNOCT’s Global Programme on Major Sporting Events…
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The Maha Kumbh Mela commenced on the auspicious day of Paush Purnima, which fell on January 13, 2025, and will continue until February 26, 2025. This year’s Mahakumbh Mela is particularly significant as the rare planetary alignment occurs only once every 144 years. The 2025 Maha Kumbh in Prayagraj is anticipated to be a grand spiritual event, drawing an estimated 450 million devotees from across the globe. Deeply rooted in Sanatan Dharma, this sacred congregation highlights age-old traditions and cultural magnificence. With the integration of modern technology, advanced security protocols, and meticulous planning, it ensures a safe and spiritually uplifting…
Veena Reddy, the former head of USAID’s India operations, is facing scrutiny over allegations that $21 million was allocated to increase voter participation in India’s elections. The controversy escalated after BJP MP Mahesh Jethmalani demanded an investigation into her role, with former US President Donald Trump also weighing in. Trump suggested that USAID might have attempted to sway election outcomes, stating, “I guess they were trying to get someone else elected.” Reddy, originally from Andhra Pradesh, took charge of USAID’s India mission on August 5, 2021, and left in July 2024, a month after the Lok Sabha election results. During…
India’s mobile phone exports witnessed an impressive 50% growth in the first ten months of the financial year (April–January), soaring to $17.27 billion from $11.51 billion in the same period last year. This surge was primarily fueled by Apple’s increased iPhone production, with exports climbing to $11.51 billion, a sharp rise from last year’s $6.91 billion. Samsung also played a significant role, exporting $3.97 billion worth of mobile devices. According to the India Cellular and Electronics Association (ICEA), total mobile exports are projected to reach $20.72 billion by the financial year’s end, reflecting a 40% year-over-year increase. This marks an…
Emmy-nominated Indo-American filmmaker Tirlok Malik was among the distinguished panelists at the Smile International Film Festival for Children & Youth (SIFFCY) 2025, an initiative of Smile Foundation in collaboration with the European Union. The discussion, titled “The Cinematic Bridges: Fostering India-Global Collaboration and Opportunities in Cinema”, took place at Siri Fort Auditorium. SIFFCY’s Festival Director, Jitendra Mishra, remains committed to fostering lasting global partnerships in cinema. The panel brought together key figures from the international film industry, including Andrea Anastasio (Director, Italian Embassy Cultural Centre), Stephan Ottenbruch (Festival Director, IndoGerman Film Week), Ketki Parikh (Co-Founder, Chicago South Asian Film Festival),…
On Wednesday, Prime Minister Narendra Modi paid tribute to Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj on his 395th birth anniversary, emphasizing his bravery and visionary leadership in establishing Swarajya. In a post on X, Modi remarked that Shivaji Maharaj continues to inspire the nation in building a strong and self-reliant India. Union Home Minister Amit Shah also honored the legendary Maratha ruler, calling him a nation builder. He highlighted Shivaji Maharaj’s lifelong struggle against fundamentalist invaders and his unwavering dedication to preserving Sanatan self-respect. Union Defence Minister Rajnath Singh echoed similar sentiments, praising Shivaji Maharaj’s unmatched courage, dedication to justice, and service to…
India marked a significant achievement in its agricultural exports with the first-ever successful shipment of pomegranates to Australia via sea, a move confirmed by officials on Monday. This breakthrough enhances market access for Indian fresh produce while reducing logistics costs compared to traditional air freight. Previously, pomegranates were exported by air due to smaller volumes and differences in ripening times. However, with India securing a market access agreement, a comprehensive work plan and standard operating procedures (SOPs) were finalized in February 2024. The journey to expand India’s footprint in the Australian market began with a test air shipment in July…
NASA and SpaceX have moved up the launch date for the Crew-10 mission to March 12, aiming to return astronauts Sunita Williams and Butch Wilmore from the International Space Station (ISS). The Crew-9 mission, which includes Williams, Wilmore, and astronauts Nick Hague and Aleksandr Gorbunov, will hand over the ISS to the incoming Crew-10 team before their return to Earth. Originally scheduled for late March, the Crew-10 mission will now launch earlier, utilizing a previously flown Dragon spacecraft named Endurance after a change in flight plans. The spacecraft’s hardware is undergoing evaluations to ensure it meets safety standards required by…
During Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s two-day visit to the US, both nations took significant steps to deepen their partnership across multiple sectors, including defense, trade, and energy. Key announcements included the launch of ‘Mission 500,’ a goal to expand bilateral trade to $500 billion by 2030, and a 10-year framework for major defense cooperation. President Donald Trump and PM Modi introduced ‘U.S.-India COMPACT’, aimed at boosting collaboration in military, commerce, and technology. They committed to a results-oriented agenda, emphasizing trust and mutual growth. The leaders reaffirmed their commitment to a comprehensive defense alliance, highlighting India’s growing inventory of U.S.-origin military…
In a major advancement for India’s space technology, the country’s scientists and engineers have successfully developed the world’s largest 10-tonne Vertical Planetary Mixer. This innovation plays a crucial role in processing solid propellants, essential for rocket motor production, marking a significant milestone in the ‘Atmanirbhar Bharat in Space’ initiative. Developed at the Satish Dhawan Space Centre SHAR (SDSC SHAR) in collaboration with the Central Manufacturing Technology Institute (CMTI) from Bangalore, the mixer underwent successful factory-level acceptance tests. The official handover took place in Bengaluru on February 13, where it was presented to the SDSC SHAR director by the CMTI director,…