India has overtaken Japan as the third-largest power in the Asia-Pacific, according to the latest Asia Power Index. The report highlights India’s growing geopolitical presence, bolstered by a dynamic economy, expanding youthful population, and post-pandemic recovery. A key contributor to India’s rise is the country’s Economic Capability score, which saw a 4.2-point increase due to its strong GDP growth and substantial population, solidifying its place as the third-largest global economy in terms of purchasing power parity (PPP). Moreover, an 8.2-point boost in the Future Resources score signals India’s potential to capitalize on its youthful demographic in the coming decades. India’s…
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Deepika is on her way to becoming an influential figure in the world as a young writer with a big voice and a big heart. Deepika has always possessed the highly sought-after attribute of empathy. She attended the University of Madras and graduated with a BA and MA in English. She has her mother and daughter living with her in Chennai, while she is a single parent.
India has officially selected Laapataa Ladies as its entry for the Best Foreign Film category at the 97th Academy Awards. Directed by Kiran Rao and produced by Aamir Khan, the film aims to highlight significant social issues while representing Indian cinema on the global stage. The announcement was confirmed by Kiran Rao’s team. Laapataa Ladies explores themes of gender equality and women’s empowerment in rural India, focusing on the narrative of two brides who are mistakenly swapped during a train journey in 2001. The film stars Pratibha Ranta, Sparsh Srivastava, and Nitanshi Goel in lead roles, combining a poignant narrative…
Prime Minister Narendra Modi is set to arrive in the United States on Saturday for a significant three-day visit. His itinerary includes participation in the Quad summit, a bilateral meeting with President Joe Biden, and an address to the Indian diaspora at Nassau Veterans Memorial Coliseum, followed by a speech at the Summit of the Future. A major topic at the Quad summit will be China’s aggressive stance, which US National Security Council (NSC) Coordinator John Kirby indicated will be a priority on the agenda. Indian-origin Congressman Shri Thanedar emphasized the need for the US and India to strengthen their…
Suhas Subramanyam, a 37-year-old Indian-American politician, is on the verge of making history once again. With a promising political career, Subramanyam is now a frontrunner to win a seat in the United States House of Representatives from Virginia’s 10th Congressional District in the upcoming November election. If successful, he will be the first Indian-American from the East Coast and only the seventh overall to hold such a position. Subramanyam, no stranger to breaking barriers, made headlines in 2020 when he became the first Indian-American to serve in the Virginia House of Delegates in its 400-year history. Reflecting on his journey,…
On Wednesday, the Defence Spokesperson announced that more than 1,200 Indian and US soldiers are undergoing rigorous training in Rajasthan’s tough landscape. This joint exercise, part of the 20th edition of ‘Yudh Abhyas 2024,’ focuses on honing firepower and endurance through live counter-terrorism drills. The collaboration between Indian and US forces aims to enhance operational compatibility and build stronger ties between the two nations. A Ministry of Defence post on X stated that the joint drills are a testament to the deepening trust and cooperation between the countries, as troops work together to strengthen bilateral military relations. Training has been…
On September 17, 2024, coinciding with Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s 74th birthday, the Indian government released a report card celebrating its first 100 days. The document, titled “Modi 3.0 100 Days,” emphasized PM Modi’s significant foreign policy endeavors, including crucial visits to Russia, Ukraine, and Poland. During these 100 days, PM Modi’s foreign engagements were highlighted, such as his visit to Russia on July 8-9, where President Vladimir Putin awarded him the Order of St. Andrew the Apostle for his contributions to the India-Russia partnership. This visit underscored the deepening of the strategic relationship between the two nations. The report…
On September 16, 2024, Montevideo hosted the 6th round of Foreign Office Consultations (FOC) between India and Uruguay. The Indian delegation was headed by Mr. Jaideep Mazumdar, Secretary (East) of the Ministry of External Affairs, while Mr. Nicolas Albertoni, Vice Foreign Minister of Uruguay, led the Uruguayan team. The previous meeting took place in New Delhi in March 2023, according to the Ministry of External Affairs. This round of discussions focused on assessing the progress of bilateral relations and exploring potential new areas for collaboration. The talks covered a wide range of sectors, including Trade and Investment, Information & Communication…
During the inauguration of a digital tower at Ramdeobaba University in Nagpur, Vice President of India, Mr. Jagdeep Dhankhar, delivered a powerful speech outlining a bold vision for the country’s future. He proclaimed that India is no longer a “sleeping giant” but is now on an unstoppable path of progress, firmly anchored in the values of democracy and education. He stressed the critical importance of education as a societal service rather than a commercial endeavor, asserting that “the quality of education defines democracy.” This viewpoint highlights the essential role of education in empowering citizens with knowledge and skills, which are…
Last Saturday, hundreds of Hindu youths from across the nation assembled for the Guyana Hindu Dharmic Sabha Youth Summit. Held at the Pandit Reepu Daman Persaud Dharmic Sanskritik Kendra in Prashad Nagar, Georgetown, this two-day event carried the theme “Empowering Hindu Youth Leadership: Leveraging Hindu Wisdom and Cultural Expression for Positive Social Change.” Celebrating GHDS’s 50th anniversary, the summit aimed to bolster Hindu youth leadership and promote cultural expression for social betterment. The event featured engaging discussions, informative sessions, and networking opportunities to inspire dialogue and drive impactful change. Dr. Amit Telang, High Commissioner of India, inaugurated the summit by…
At Apple’s recent iPhone 16 launch event at Cupertino Park, three engineers of Indian origin took the spotlight with their groundbreaking contributions to the company’s latest technological marvel. The iPhone 16, Apple’s first smartphone with integrated artificial intelligence, owes much of its innovative edge to the efforts of these engineers, from advancements in camera technology to breakthroughs in chip design. During the keynote, attention was centred on three key figures: product manager Piyush Pratik, camera hardware engineering manager Paulom Shah, and Sribalan Santhanam, vice-president of Apple’s silicon engineering group. Each of them played a critical role in the development of…
