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PM Narendra Modi: Banking Sector Strong Globally.

Prime Minister Mr. Narendra Modi expressed that India’s banking industry has now become one of the strongest globally, following a remarkable turnaround over the past nine years. This progress came after the sector faced significant challenges due to scams during the previous United Progressive Alliance (UPA) regime. In a virtual Rozgar Mela, the Prime Minister handed out over 70,000 appointment letters to newly recruited individuals in the banking sector. He emp ..... Read More

Indian Shuttler Satwik Breaks Guinness World Record with Incredible 565 Km/h Smash Speed

Satwiksairaj Rankireddy, a prominent badminton player from India, has achieved an impressive milestone in the world of badminton. He recently entered the Guinness World Records for delivering the fastest smash hit ever recorded by a male badminton player. Satwik’s powerful smash reached an astounding speed of 565 km/h, surpassing the previous record held by Malaysia’s Tan Boon Heong, which was 493 km/h and had been in place since May 2013. This remarkable a ..... Read More

Two Indian Americans Named to Wisconsin Green Ribbon Commission.

Wisconsin State Governor Tony Evers has appointed two Indian Americans, Masood Akhtar and Kamaljit Kaur Jackson, to the State’s Green Ribbon Commission. The Commission was established in April to offer guidance on Wisconsin’s Green Innovation Fund, which represents the state’s first environmental and clean energy fund. Masood Akhtar is the founder of CleanTech Partners (CTP), an organization that promotes the commercialization of energy-saving and ren ..... Read More

UN introduces fresh policy for a ‘multipolar world’

The UN Secretary-General, António Guterres, unveiled a new policy brief on July 20, presenting his vision for a stronger multilateral framework to enhance global peace and security in today’s ever-changing world. The policy brief, titled The New Agenda for Peace, includes a comprehensive and ambitious set of recommendations that acknowledge the interconnected nature of various challenges, as emphasized by Guterres. It is grounded in the fundamental principles of ..... Read More

India’s foreign exchange reserves surge by USD 12.74 billion, reaching USD 609.02 billion.

India’s foreign exchange reserves have witnessed a substantial increase of USD 12.743 billion, reaching USD 609.022 billion in the week ending July 14, as reported by the Reserve Bank of India. This surge marks one of the strongest weekly increments in recent times. In the previous reporting week, the overall reserves had risen by USD 1.23 billion to USD 596.28 billion. It’s noteworthy that in October 2021, India’s forex kitty had reached a record hig ..... Read More

Prime Minister Modi reiterates India’s demand for UNSC seat

Prime Minister Narendra Modi has once again emphasized India’s claim to have a permanent seat on the United Nations Security Council (UNSC). He expressed that it is essential for the world’s most populous country and its largest democracy to be a permanent member to truly represent the global community. In an interview with foreign media, PM Modi pointed out the “skewed membership” of the UNSC, which leads to opaque decision-making processes and ..... Read More

Harold D’souza Receives 2023 UN Human Rights Hero Award

facebook: eyesopeninternational Harold D’souza, an Indian-American survivor of labor trafficking and debt bondage, was bestowed with the Human Rights Hero Award 2023 at the 17th Annual International Human Rights Youth Summit held at the United Nations headquarters in New York. The award was presented to D’souza in recognition of his remarkable efforts and unwavering commitment to educate millions about human rights and raise awareness to combat human traffi ..... Read More

Vic Health suggests that Ayurvedic medicines might contain Scheduled Poisons and heavy metals

The Department of Health in Victoria (VicHealth), Australia, has been alerted to the presence of certain Ayurvedic medicines being sold in grocery stores in Victoria, which contain potentially harmful ingredients, including lead. These ingredients are classified as scheduled poisons and are prohibited for supply and use in Australia due to their potential risks to human health, as stated by VicHealth. The Ayurvedic medications for sale in various grocery stores in Vict ..... Read More

Deepened Ties in Education and Skill Development: India and Australia Collaborate Further

In a recent development, Dharmendra Pradhan, the Union Minister for Education, held discussions with his Australian counterpart, Brendan O’Connor, in New Delhi to bolster the collaborative efforts between India and Australia in education and skill development. The meeting aimed to reinforce the bilateral relations between the two nations. Both ministers expressed keenness to enhance and deepen ties between India and Australia. Minister Pradhan lauded Australia’ ..... Read More

Mineral Production in India Surges by 5.1% in April 2023

India’s mineral production displayed a notable increase, with a year-on-year overall growth of 5.1 percent in April, as reported by the Ministry of Mines. The mining and quarrying sector’s mineral production index for April 2023 reached 122.5, representing a 5.1 percent rise compared to April 2022. According to the provisional statistics from the Indian Bureau of Mines (IBM), the cumulative growth for the period of April 2022 to April 2023, compared to the ..... Read More

IFFM to honor Karan Johar’s 25-year cinema legacy

The Indian Film Festival of Melbourne (IFFM) is set to pay tribute to Karan Johar, the prominent Bollywood filmmaker, on the occasion of his 25th anniversary in the industry. The festival, which is scheduled to be held from August 11, 2023, to August 20, 2023, will feature special screenings dedicated to celebrating Johar’s illustrious career. The organizers of IFFM 2023 introduced Karan Johar as a guest, acknowledging his exceptional talent in seamlessly blendin ..... Read More

Approximately 76% of Indian Americans Express a Positive Opinion of India

A recent survey conducted by Pew Research delves into the perspectives of Asian Americans, including individuals of Indian descent, towards their ancestral homelands. The survey encompasses responses from immigrants and U.S.-born individuals with roots in various Asian countries like India, China, the Philippines, South Korea, Japan, among others. The findings indicate that the majority of Asian Americans, including Indian Americans, hold positive attitudes towards the ..... Read More

Infosys: Solid Q1 year on year revenue growth of 4.2% at 20.8% operating margins

Infosys (NSE: INFY), (BSE: INFY), (NYSE:INFY), a global leader in next-generation digital services and consulting, delivered $4,617 million in Q1 revenues with year on year growth of 4.2% and sequential growth of 1.0% in constant currency. Large deal TCV for the quarter was at $2.3 billion, with net new of 56.1%. Operating margin for the quarter was stable at 20.8%. ROE improved 180 bps to 32.8%. Attrition declined further to 17.3%. FY24 revenue guidance revised to 1. ..... Read More

Dr. Jitendra Singh Reveals Plans for Nuclear Power Capacity to Surge from 7,480 MW to 22,480 MW by 2031

Dr. Jitendra Singh, the Union Minister of State (Independent Charge) for Science and Technology, Personnel, Public Grievances, Pensions, Atomic Energy, and Space, disclosed that India presently possesses 23 nuclear power reactors, generating an installed nuclear power capacity of 7,480 megawatts (MW). In the fiscal year 2022-23, these reactors produced 46,982 million units (MU) of electricity, considering infirm generation as well. This information was provided in resp ..... Read More

Poonam Jhawer: The Fearless and Alluring Flame, Igniting the Industry with Her Bold Charisma and Sensual Aura, Dominating the Spotlight and Creating a Fiery Legacy, Just Like Malaika Arora Khan!

Poonam Jhawer, the audaciously captivating and irresistibly seductive actress, is setting the entertainment industry ablaze with her unwavering confidence and sensual allure. With a career that blazes across Bollywood and regional cinema, she fearlessly establishes herself as an enigmatic force, captivating audiences with her scintillating performances. Though she may be seasoned, Poonam Jhawer ignites the screen and commands attention, carving a trail of passionate ad ..... Read More

“Dum Biryani” Delights Critics and Audiences Alike: Filmmaker’s Grand Preview Leaves Media Stunned

The highly anticipated film and the talk of the town, “Dum Biryani” reached a crescendo as the grand preview was organized for the media and industry men, leaving them awestruck. Mr. Aniket Badame, the Director-Writer-Producer of “Dum Biryani” unveiled his latest project with the media men yesterday in PVR Icon, Versova in a rather grand event along with his cast and crew. Mr. Badame deals with the hard-hitting issue of terrorism as a Writer-Director and Produc ..... Read More

Penn State Alumni Association to be led by Anand Ganjam

Anand Ganjam, an Indian American and a member of the Penn State class of 2015, has recently taken on the role of President of the Penn State Alumni Association for a two-year term, making him the 83rd president and the youngest in the association’s history. Expressing his gratitude for the new position, Ganjam stated, “It is the honor of a lifetime to serve as president of the largest and greatest Alumni Association in the world.” He also pledged to a ..... Read More

Prriya Kaur Wins the Golden Book Awards for Empowering Healing through her Book ‘Reiki I: The Superpower to Heal Yourself’

Renowned author and Reiki Grandmaster, Prriya Kaur, has added yet another prestigious accolade to her name. She recently won the esteemed Golden Book Award for her book, Reiki I: The Superpower to Heal Yourself. The event was graced by distinguished personalities, including Ashneer Grover, Former BharatPe Co-Founder and Managing Director; Madhuri Grover, Indian Entrepreneur; Sneh Desai, Motivational Speaker and Life Coach; and Shivangi Desai, Certified Health & Nut ..... Read More

Japan, like its Quad partner, the US, signs semiconductor agreement with India.

India’s Minister for Electronics and IT, Ashwini Vaishnaw, and Japan’s Minister of Economy, Trade, and Industry, Yasutoshi Nishimura, recently signed a memorandum of understanding aimed at enhancing the semiconductor industry. The agreement focuses on semiconductor design, manufacturing, equipment research, talent development, and ensuring resilience in the semiconductor supply chain. This move makes Japan the second Quad partner, after the United States, t ..... Read More

Krishna Jadhav Received the Award “Most Promising Technology Leader of the Year” at the Golden Glory Awards 2023

Krishna Jadhav is an innovative leader who holds the position of Head of Technology at Cloud and serves as an Enterprise Architect and Global Cloud Business Advisor. He won the “Most Promising Technology Leader of the Year” award at the Golden Glory Awards 2023, held at the Leela in Mumbai. The chief guest of the ceremony was Parineeti Chopra. The Golden Glory Awards were established by Brands Impact to honor the remarkable journeys of individuals and organ ..... Read More

India’s International Travel Opportunities Surge: Visa-Free Access to 57 Nations.

  According to the latest Henley Passport Index, India has climbed to the 80th position, indicating a positive trend in global mobility. This advancement has broadened travel opportunities for Indians, as they can now enjoy visa-free or visa-on-arrival access to 57 destinations worldwide. The Henley Passport Index, originally developed by Dr. Christian H. Kaelin, is a trusted indicator of global mobility. It uses real-time data from the International Air Transport Aut ..... Read More

US Ambassador to India describes PM Modi’s visit as the most exceptional in US-India relations

Last month, Prime Minister Modi embarked on his maiden state visit to the US, engaging in comprehensive discussions with President Joe Biden. During this historic state visit, America’s Ambassador to India, Eric Garcetti, declared it as the “most extraordinary” visit ever witnessed in the bilateral relationship between the two nations. He expressed that while there have been significant moments in the past, this visit stood out due to its deep and wi ..... Read More

Access to Mount Kailash from India to Open in September

  Pithoragarh (Uttarakhand), July 20 (PTI) Starting from September this year, followers will have the opportunity to visit Mount Kailash, the revered abode of Lord Shiva, from Indian territory. Officials have announced that the Border Roads Organisation (BRO) has initiated the construction of a road from KMVN Huts in Nabhidhang, Pithoragarh district, to the Lipulekh pass on the India-China border. This project is expected to be completed by September. Vimal Goswami, C ..... Read More

Aparna Sen challenges TMC govt on West Bengal panchayat poll violence.

On July 20, Aparna Sen, a renowned filmmaker, criticized the TMC government in West Bengal for the violence that occurred during the panchayat elections. She asserted that Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee could not escape responsibility for the chaos. Speaking at a seminar organized by a human rights group, Sen read from an open letter in Bengali addressed to the Chief Minister, holding the state government and Banerjee accountable for the lawlessness. She expressed her ..... Read More

World Bank President assures India’s protection from global slowdown risks.

World Bank President, Mr. Ajay Banga, suggests that India’s robust domestic demand will likely shield it from the potential global economic slowdown expected in the first quarter of the coming year. With a significant portion of its gross domestic product derived from domestic consumption, India possesses a natural cushion against any slowdown, even if it were to occur temporarily. Discussions between India’s Finance Minister, Ms. Nirmala Sitharaman, and th ..... Read More