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New Delhi [India], January 13: Game Changers with MJ will air a special episode featuring Acharya Devvrat, Hon’ble Governor of Gujarat and Maharashtra, marking his first-ever detailed podcast-style interview on a national Hindi news channel. The episode highlights Acharya Devvrat’s distinction as Gujarat’s longest-serving Governor and focuses on his views on governance, public service, and constitutional responsibility. During the interaction, the Governor underscored the centrality of agriculture, observing that choosing a family farmer is more important than choosing a family doctor, as wholesome food is the first and most essential form of medicine. He reiterated his long-held belief — “Eat less to live longer; eat more to live shorter” — while cautioning against excessive consumption o...

New Delhi [India], January 8: Renowned Japanese scholar and linguist Professor Tomio Mizokami, a Padma Shri awardee and Professor Emeritus of Osaka University, continues to be hailed as one of the most influential cultural ambassadors between India and Japan, for his unparalleled contribution to Indian languages, literature, and education. Professor Mizokami was conferred the Padma Shri in 2018 by the President of India at the Civil Investiture Ceremony at Rashtrapati Bhavan for his outstanding service in the fields of literature and education, particularly for promoting Indian languages and culture in Japan. A Scholar Deeply Rooted in India Born in 1941 in Kobe, Japan, Tomio Mizokami developed a fascination for Indian culture at a young age. He graduated from the Department of Indian Stud...

Bengaluru (Karnataka) [India], January 7: In a vibrant ceremony filled with industry stalwarts and celebratory flair, the Public Relations Council of India (PRCI)—India’s premier body for communications professionals—formally installed Dr. T. Vinayakumar as the Chairman of its Governing Council. With a distinguished career spanning 46 years, Dr. Vinayakumar is a Senior Professional in the realms of Advertising and Public Relations. As the Founder and Senior Partner of Guide PR & Branding and Chairman of Kome Vertika, he brings an unparalleled depth of expertise to the role. A former National President of PRCI, his return to a leadership pinnacle signals a strategic leap forward for the organization. Established in 2004, by Founder, Chairman Emeritus & Chief Menor M B Jayaram and a ...

New Delhi [India], January 3: The Gujarat Ice Skating Team delivered an impressive performance at the India Open Ice Short Track Speed Skating Championship 2025–26, emerging as one of the standout state contingents at the national event. A total of 18 athletes represented Gujarat, competing across multiple categories and showcasing exceptional talent, discipline, and competitive spirit. Their collective efforts resulted in a strong medal haul and several near-podium finishes, underlining Gujarat’s growing prominence in Indian ice skating. Gujarat Medal Winners Dhyan Patel – 2 Gold Medals Kavya Patel – 2 Silver Medals & 1 Bronze Medal Tatva Joshi – 3 Bronze Medals Total Medals: 8 (2 Gold, 2 Silver, 4 Bronze) Strong Finishes & Competitive Depth Several Gujarat skaters narrowly miss...

New Delhi [India], December 25: The opening of Navi Mumbai International Airport (NMIA) began with a moment of national significance, with India’s highest gallantry award recipients forming an integral part of the occasion. Param Vir Chakra awardees Honorary Captain Bana Singh and Major Sanjay Kumar were present during the airport’s inaugural proceedings, shaping a launch rooted in service, duty, and national pride. As part of the opening, the two war heroes experienced the airport facilities ahead of the start of commercial operations. Their presence reflected an intent to include those who have served the nation in a defining national milestone, rather than position the moment as a ceremonial display. Mr. Gautam Adani was present during the proceedings, joining airport officials and pers...

Pune (Maharashtra) [India], December 23: The Chamber of Tax Consultants (CTC), along with ILS Law College, Pune, had commenced the 3rd Edition of the National Indirect Tax Moot Court Competition, strengthening its commitment towards promoting excellence in indirect tax law advocacy, research, and litigation skills among law students across India. As stated by CTC: “The National Indirect Tax Moot Court continues to stand as a platform where the next generation of tax lawyers hone their advocacy skills and engage with real-world legal challenges.” It is widely regarded as the only moot court competition in the country that has been exclusively committed to Indirect Tax laws. The competition aims to familiarise aspiring lawyers with the practical realities of indirect tax litigation and recen...

Kolkata (West Bengal) [India], December 23: Nabajatak Child Development Centre, in association with ANVolife Foundation, SkilledIQ Educational Trust, and the Rotary Club of Kolkata Benevolence, successfully organised the International Day for Persons with Disabilities – 2025. The event brought together experts, parents, students, and community members for an engaging evening dedicated to advancing inclusion, accessibility, and empowerment. The programme was held in the esteemed presence of Dr. S. Govindaraj, Commissioner, PWD, Ministry of Social Justice & Empowerment, Government of India, and Dr. Ramendu Homchoudhury, District Governor, RID 3291. The evening opened with introductory remarks and a formal welcome of dignitaries. Dr S. Govindaraj, Commissioner, PWD, Ministry of Social Ju...

H M Bangur, Chairman, Shree Cement, handing over LoI to invest Rs 2000 cr to Chief Minister, Devendra Fadnavis, at the World Hindu Economic Forum 2025 in Mumbai Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], December 22: The World Hindu Economic Forum (WHEF) 2025, a two-day conference themed “Innovation, Self Reliance and Prosperity”, was formally inaugurated in Mumbai on Friday by the Chief Minister of Maharashtra, Shri Devendra Fadnavis. The inaugural session was attended by the Chief Minister of Madhya Pradesh, Shri Mohan Yadav, Swami Vigyananand, Founder of WHEF, Shri Rajesh Sharma, Chairman of the WHEF Organising Committee, and leading industrialists including Shri Hari Mohan Bangur, Chairman, Shree Cement Ltd, and Shri Sajjan Jindal, Chairman, JSW Group, along with policymakers, startup founders, bus...

Go Dharmic’s Salt Ride 2025 – A Historic Ride for Climate Action and Compassionate Service Ahmedabad (Gujarat) [India], December 16: Go Dharmic will host Salt Ride 2025, a 440 km cycling challenge from Sabarmati Ashram to Dandi, inspired by Mahatma Gandhi’s 1930 Salt March. This seven-day journey brings together cyclists, environmental supporters, and humanitarian advocates in a powerful effort to advance climate action and sustainable development across India. Salt Ride is deeply connected to Go Dharmic’s mission of promoting compassion in action through environmental protection, hunger alleviation, and disaster relief. With thousands of mangrove trees already planted in the Sundarbans through the Dharma Forest initiative, and a goal of planting 2 million trees by 2026, the Salt Rid...

Balipara Foundation with four Leading Universities in Assam Host the Region’s Largest Climate and Naturenomics™ Conclave Guwahati (Assam) [India], December 15: The 13th Eastern Himalayan Naturenomics™ Forum (EHNF) 2025 concluded successfully in Guwahati after two days of dynamic dialogues, knowledge exchanges, and policy discussions across Gauhati University, IIT Guwahati, Assam Royal Global University, and Cotton University. Convened under the theme “The Future of the Third Pole and the Himsagar (Eastern Himalaya),” the Forum brought together global leaders, students, Indigenous communities, policymakers, scientists, corporates, and practitioners for urgent conversations on the future of Asia’s most critical climate region. Reflecting on the significance of the 2025 edition, Ranjit B...