Author: Malavika Subramanyan

The World Woman Foundation has proudly welcomed Indian journalist Sonia Singh to its Advisory Council, recognizing her illustrious career in journalism and her dedication to addressing global contemporary issues. Sonia Singh has been a prominent figure in journalism for more than three decades, notably hosting ‘The NDTV Dialogues,’ a program delving into critical national and international issues while exploring potential solutions. Her contributions were acknowledged with the Lifetime Achievement Award in Journalism at this year’s Exchange for Media Awards, adding to her accolades, which include the title of Best Editor in Chief in 2015. In addition to her journalism career,…

The UPA government, led by Prime Minister Narendra Modi, has consistently prioritized the emancipation, safety, and promotion of women. An exemplary initiative in this regard is the Beti Bachao Beti Padhao (BBBP) Scheme, launched by the Prime Minister in 2015 in Haryana. This program seeks to bring about a societal shift in attitudes towards the birth and rights of girl children, leading to heightened awareness and sensitization regarding gender bias and the community’s role in eradicating it. The essence of Beti Bachao, Beti Padhao, which translates to ‘Save the girl child, educate the girl child,’ is to educate the populace…

Seven student teams from India have been chosen to participate in the NASA Human Exploration Rover Challenge (HERC) in 2024. This prestigious competition is scheduled to take place at the U.S. Space and Rocket Centre in Huntsville, Alabama, between April 19 and 20, 2024, and it boasts the involvement of 72 student teams from various parts of the United States and around the world. The selected Indian teams represent a diverse array of educational institutions, including the Birla Institute of Technology and Science in Pilani, Goa Campus; Candor International in Bengaluru; Kanakia International School in Mumbai; KIET Group of Institutions…

Birla Institute of Technology and Science (BITS) Pilani, Goa Campus, and Goa University (GU) have entered into a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to foster academic and research collaborations. This partnership encompasses joint research projects, workshops, seminars, and conferences. GU and its affiliated colleges will have the opportunity to pursue their PhD programs and project work at BITS Pilani. The agreement also promotes interactions between faculty and students from both institutions. Under this MoU, faculty from both BITS Pilani and Goa University will collaborate in student supervision and joint research activities in areas of mutual interest. GU and its colleges can…

India’s Prime Minister, Narendra Modi, announced ambitious goals for ISRO, inspired by the Chandrayaan mission’s success. During a briefing by ISRO Chairman S. Somanath, Modi directed ISRO to establish an Indian Space Station by 2035 and send the first Indian astronaut to the moon by 2040. The timeline for India’s first human space flight is now set for 2025. Prime Minister Modi envisioned further space exploration, including interplanetary missions like a Venus Orbiter Mission and a Mars Lander, alongside a more detailed moon exploration. The Department of Space will create a roadmap for moon exploration, featuring a series of Chandrayaan…

Prime Minister Narendra Modi made an exciting declaration on Saturday, confirming India’s intention to bid for the hosting rights of the 2036 Olympics. He shared this significant news during the inauguration of the 141st International Olympic Committee (IOC) session, a prestigious event held at the Jio World Centre in Mumbai. During the event, PM Modi expressed India’s enthusiasm to organize an Olympics, stating, “India is very excited to organize an Olympics.” He emphasized that the aspiration to host the 2036 Olympics is a dream cherished by 1.4 billion Indians. PM Modi pledged unwavering efforts, leaving no stone unturned, to bring…

Actress Kajol, known for her iconic role as Anjali Sharma in the 90s classic film Kuch Kuch Hota Hai, celebrated the movie’s 25th anniversary in a unique way. Although she couldn’t attend the screening of the film in Mumbai, she paid tribute to her character by dressing up as Anjali. In a new reel shared on social media, Kajol sported a black track suit with a short haircut, reminiscent of her character from the film. In her caption, Kajol expressed her gratitude to director Karan Johar for the opportunity to be a part of the Dharma-verse. She reminisced about the…

Senior servitor Binayak Dasmohapatra emphasized the significance of the Puri Jagannath temple among the four dhams and the need to maintain its sanctity. He stated that implementing a dress code for all devotees is crucial due to the temple’s spiritual importance and the hundreds of thousands of pilgrims who visit for Lord Jagannath’s darshan. The Daitapati Nijog, a servitor’s body at Puri Srimandir, has been advocating for a dress code for devotees at the Puri Jagannath temple. They have expressed concerns about some visitors wearing inappropriate attire like shorts, which they believe offends the religious sentiments of other devotees. Starting…

A garba song, with lyrics composed by Prime Minister Narendra Modi in years past, has been unveiled as a music video. Bollywood singer Dhvani Bhanushali, the performer of this rendition, shared the video on social media. The song’s music was crafted by Tanishk Bagchi. In her tweet on X, previously known as Twitter, Bhanushali expressed her admiration for the Garba penned by Prime Minister Modi and her desire to create a version with a fresh rhythm, composition, and flavor. She credited @Jjust_Music for bringing this song and video to life. She hopes that the Prime Minister’s poetic notes will resonate…

In a Maryland suburb near the US capital, the tallest statue of Dr. B.R. Ambedkar, the principal architect of India’s Constitution, was formally inaugurated. The unveiling of the 19-feet tall “Statue of Equality” drew over 500 Indian-Americans from various parts of the United States, India, and beyond, despite heavy rain and drizzle. Many attendees traveled long distances, some up to 10 hours, considering this event historic. The statue was crafted by renowned artist Ram Sutar, known for the Statue of Unity, a statue of Sardar Patel in India. It’s referred to as the “Statue of Equality,” symbolizing the global issue…