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New Delhi [India], August 20: Yogesh Sharma (Shelly) has been appointed National Advisor, BRICS Chamber of Commerce & Industry (BRICS CCI). The appointment marks his association with BRICS CCI and further strengthens his engagement with national and international platforms. Yogesh Sharma (Shelly) is associated with sports administration, youth development, athlete development and international engagement. His work has focused on sports development, talent identification, athlete welfare and creating structured opportunities for young sporting talent. Sameep Shastri presented an official letter to Yogesh Sharma (Shelly) congratulating him on his appointment as National Advisor of the BRICS Chamber of Commerce & Industry (BRICS CCI). In the letter, he extended his best wishes f...

State government officials, regulatory bodies, and industry stakeholders deliberate on fortification, food quality, and behaviour change communication to advance nutrition outcomes Ahmedabad (Gujarat) [India], August 18: The Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI), under the aegis of the Eat Right India campaign, successfully concluded a state-level consultation in Ahmedabad today. The event, titled “Nourishing Minds, Shaping Futures – Strengthening Nutrition Security through Multi-Sectoral Convergence in Gujarat,” brought together senior government officials, regulatory bodies, and industry stakeholders to accelerate coordinated action against micronutrient deficiencies and advance the state’s journey from food security to comprehensive nutrition security. The consultat...

Hapur (Uttar Pradesh) [India], August 14: Aspire Group, Hapur, organised a tribute and felicitation ceremony in memory of the brave soldiers who made the supreme sacrifice in the service of the nation. Uttar Pradesh Minister of State Shri Krishna Pal Malik attended the programme as the Chief Guest. BJP Hapur District President Smt. Kavita Madhre and District Panchayat President Smt. Rekha Nagar were also present as special guests. The ceremony began with floral tributes to the martyrs, followed by the felicitation of their family members with mementoes. The gathering paid homage not only to the courage and sacrifice of the soldiers but also to the resilience and strength shown by their families. Addressing the gathering, Minister of State Shri Krishna Pal Malik said that the sacrific...

New Delhi [India], August 12: The Indian Air Force proudly announces the 2nd Edition of the Sekhon Indian Air Force Marathon, to be held on 04th October 2026 at Jawaharlal Nehru Stadium, New Delhi. More than a sporting event, the marathon is a national tribute to Flying Officer Nirmal Jit Singh Sekhon, Param Vir Chakra, the only Indian Air Force officer to be awarded the nation’s highest gallantry award. During the 1971 Indo-Pak War, Flying Officer Sekhon displayed extraordinary courage at Srinagar Air Base, taking on six Pakistani Sabre jets single-handedly in his Folland Gnat. His supreme sacrifice, unmatched leadership, and unwavering devotion to duty continue to inspire generations of Indians. Born in 1943 in Ludhiana, Punjab, he inherited a proud family tradition of serving the nat...

ACTIZEET® Cares, the CSR arm of ACTIZEET®, has launched an Emergency Flood Relief Initiative in Assam, providing food, drinking water, hygiene kits, blankets, and essential supplies through local partnerships. Guwahati [Assam], August 4: ACTIZEET® Cares, the Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) initiative of the wellness brand ACTIZEET®, has announced the launch of its Emergency Flood Relief Initiative to support families affected by the recent floods in Assam. The initiative reflects the organization’s commitment to humanitarian assistance, community resilience, and responsible corporate citizenship during one of the most challenging monsoon seasons in the region. The recent floods have disrupted the lives of thousands of families across multiple districts in Assam, leaving many wi...

Bengaluru (Karnataka) [India], July 25: Received more than 900 entries, and over 250 startups, researchers, and innovators from across India participated in the first edition of Eco Kranti Shubh Labh 1.0 National Summit. More than 30 startups were selected during the two-day sustainability and social innovation conclave organised by Eco Kranti, an initiative of the Sri Sri Rural Development Programme (SSRDP), in collaboration with Startup India and the Department for Promotion of Industry and Internal Trade (DPIIT). Held on July 18 and 19 at The Art of Living International Centre in Bengaluru, the summit brought together entrepreneurs, investors, policymakers, researchers, and industry leaders to accelerate sustainable and climate-positive innovations emerging from across the country. ...

New Delhi [India], July 22: In a remarkable display of civic responsibility, the Maid In India team organized a large-scale cleanliness drive at a public protest site in Delhi, reinforcing the message that keeping public spaces clean is a shared responsibility that transcends differences. As thousands gathered at the venue, the Maid In India team arrived equipped with gloves, masks, brooms, and waste collection bags. Rather than merely observing the aftermath, the team took the initiative to clean roads, footpaths, and surrounding public areas, collecting plastic bottles, food packaging, disposable items, and other litter left behind. Within a few hours, the Maid In India team had filled numerous large garbage bags with waste, significantly improving the cleanliness of the area. Thei...