Mr. Vikram Sankaranarayanan, PARC New Delhi (India) April 11: A robust seed system for agriculture is of fundamental importance to the health of the nation. Food & nutrition security continues to need attention in India, with a burgeoning population of approximately 1.4 billion to feed. Multiple biotic and abiotic stresses on our crops and natural resources are further exacerbated by the impact of climate change, amongst other factors. The food security situation in South Asia poses a great risk to the stability of the whole region, with recent crises in Sri Lanka and Bangladesh and the ongoing crisis in Pakistan serving…
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Gangtok (Sikkim) [India], April 11: The Government Of Sikkim announces the completion of the construction of two new school buildings located in Namcheybong, Sikkim. The project was spearheaded by Shri EM Prasad Sharma, MLA of Namcheybong and honourable advisor of the excise department of the Government of Sikkim. The government of Sikkim developed the newly constructed facility to empower over 200 students from nearby villages. The construction project cost 125 crore rupees. It consists of eight classrooms, auditoriums, and extensions. Shri EM Prasad Sharma, one of the key persons involved in the successful completion of this project, says, “I am committed to…
Ahmedabad (Gujarat) [India], March 31: Spiritual leader and kathakaar Morari Bapu greeted everyone on the auspicious occasion of Ram Navami on Thursday. Speaking on occasion, the respected saint from Talgajarda extended his warm greetings and good wishes to entire Gujarat, the whole country, the whole world, and the universe. He also said that Ram Navami is an occasion to rededicate ourselves to the path shown by Lord Ram. “During the peak of the Covid-19 pandemic, Honourable Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi had called upon the countrymen to light a diya in every home, and nearly every person had responded…
Banglore (Karnataka) [India], March 23: Bevu Bella literally means neem leaves and jaggery and is a preparation made on the occasion of the auspicious Kannada new year. Pavithra Halkatti, Businesswoman, Lawyer, Educationist & Philanthropist, share her recipe for the occasion. “The ingredients used in Bevu Bella Ugadi symbolise different emotions/experiences – happiness, anger, sadness, fear, disgust, and surprise. Having this Ugadi Pachadi on New Year’s day signifies that we should accept all emotions and experience tranquillity.” RECIPE INGREDIENTS – 1 tbsp Neem Flowers – 4 tbsp Jaggery – 3 Green chillies – 1-2 Raw Mangoes, chopped – Tamarind juice as per…
New Delhi (India), March 21: Draupadi Devi Welfare Organization, a non-profit affiliated with Sree Metaliks, inaugurated its training centre, SAANCHI. This aims to empower women, differently-abled people, and underprivileged populations through education, skill development, and job opportunities. SAANCHI’s mission is to raise health and hygiene awareness by providing high-quality sanitary pads manufactured with the help of local women. This will not only raise awareness about menstruation hygiene, but it will also create job opportunities for local women and differently-abled individuals. SAANCHI’s launch ceremony on March 15, 2023, received an enormous reaction, with many individuals from neighbouring villages and notable figures joining…
Surat (Gujarat) [India], March 18: The city-based Preksha Seva Foundation celebrated Gujarat Pradesh BJP President CR Patil’s 69th birthday by opening Sukanya Samriddhi Yojana accounts for about 100 girl children. Preksha Seva Foundation, a non-profit organisation in Surat, commemorated the birthday of BJP President CR Patil by spreading the light of service through various social activities. At an event held at Mehndipur Balaji Temple in Vesu Bharathana, Surat, the Foundation deposited Rs 1,000 in each of the 100 Sukanya Samriddhi Yojana accounts of the 100 girl children. Rashmi Saboo, municipal ward number 22 councillor and Surat Municipal Corporation’s (SMC) Standing…
New Delhi (India), February 13: Sports has always been an integral part of our overall development and improvement. Yet it goes unnoticed in most of the curriculums. This is why governments and higher officials are taking the initiative to bring it into the limelight through various events. One such initiative has been taken by Dr. Sarkar too. On the 3rd of June 2022, the Dy. Registrar (Admin) of the Mahapurusha Srimanta Sankaradeva University of Assam, Dr. Shekhar Kanti Sarkar met the Union Sports and Youth Affairs Minister, Hon’ble Anurag Thakur at his New Delhi Residence on Ashoka Road. The meeting was for an official…
Delhi Pythian Games, 11th February at Vidhan Sabha, Delhi New Delhi (India), February 6: The Delhi Pythian Council is pleased to announce the launch of the council. The celebration of the launch will start at 3:30 P.M. on 11th February at Vidhan Sabha, Delhi. The Chief Guest for the event, Honourable Speaker of Delhi Vidhan Sabha Sh Ram Niwas Goel will inaugurate the event. The council will unveil its Executive Board for the smooth governance of Modern Pythian games in Delhi. It is a great approach and invites people to witness the celebration of this amazing launch. In line with…
Vijay Dhawangale, a global healthcare advisor, offers his thoughts on raising awareness against cancer Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], February 3: World Cancer Day is held every year on 4 February to raise worldwide awareness in the fight against cancer. The three most commonly occurring cancers in India are those of the breast, uterine cervix, and lip/oral cavity. Together, they account for approximately 35% of all cancers in India and constitute a public health priority. Screening is effective in the prevention and early detection of Breast Cancer, Cervical Cancer, and Oral Cancer said Global Healthcare Advisor Vijay Dhawangale in a virtual conference held on the…
February 1: “Excruciating pain, the long recovery process, and fat operation costs are major concerns of people suffering from issues related to joint pain in their bodies,” says Dr. Pratul Jain, Director &senior orthopedic and joint replacement surgeon of Ginni Devi Hospital – Jaipur, Rajasthan. In his career spanning decades, Dr. Pratul Jain feels that people live most of their lives in agonizing joint pain to avoid operations and its recovery process. This can not only disrupt their day-to-day activities but also have a deep mental and emotional impact. But, in spite of these, there are a number of people…
