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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...

Kolkata (West Bengal) [India], July 22: A significant step towards positioning culture as a driver of sustainable development was taken today as the Maitri Cultural Economy Samiti (MCES), a flagship national initiative of MaitriBodh Parivaar, began in Kolkata. The summit laid the foundation for a culture-linked economic ecosystem in West Bengal by bringing together policymakers, government leaders, academicians, industry experts, artists, cultural practitioners and thought leaders to explore how India’s rich Sanskritic heritage can become a catalyst for economic growth, tourism, entrepreneurship, heritage conservation and nation building. Addressing the gathering, the Chief Guest, Shri Gajendra Singh Shekhawat, Hon’ble Union Minister for Culture & Tourism, said, “When culture is con...

Gandhinagar (Gujarat) [India], July 7: The 15th Agri Asia 2026 and 14th DLP Expo Asia, one of western India’s leading exhibitions dedicated to agriculture and allied industries, will be held from September 11 to 13, 2026, at the Helipad Exhibition Centre in Gandhinagar, Gujarat. The three-day exhibition will bring together manufacturers, technology providers, agribusiness companies, industry experts, government representatives, distributors, dealers, entrepreneurs, and progressive farmers to showcase and explore the latest advancements in agriculture, dairy, livestock, and poultry. Recognized as Gujarat’s leading agriculture exhibition, the event will feature innovations in precision farming, irrigation systems, greenhouse technology, farm machinery, dairy processing equipment, lives...

New Delhi [India], July 4: Healthcare professionals dedicate their lives to saving others, but many continue to work under the constant threat of violence. Recognising this urgent challenge, a landmark initiative was launched today to strengthen the safety and security of doctors and healthcare workers across India. At the 9th Fit India Conclave 2026, held at the Constitution Club of India, Dr Sunita Dube, Radiologist, Chairperson of MedscapeIndia Medical Education Trust, and the voice behind India’s nationwide movement against violence toward healthcare workers, unveiled the next chapter of that fight: FitIndia 2.0, a mission she describes as “Doctor-Led, Citizen-Owned and Nation-Aligned.” “A paradigm shift from treatment to prevention” was how Dr Dube framed the moment, as she laun...

New Delhi [India], June 03: An important dialogue aimed at strengthening India–U.S. agricultural cooperation was held under the leadership of IFFCO Chairman Shri Dileep Sanghani. The U.S.-India Business Council (USIBC) highlighted in its message that the discussions led by Shri Dileep Sanghani would provide renewed momentum to agricultural cooperation between India and the United States. The meeting reflects IFFCO’s growing international stature and Shri Dileep Sanghani’s effective representation of Indian farmers’ interests on global platforms. New Delhi, 02 June 2026: The U.S.-India Business Council (USIBC), based in Washington, D.C., hosted a PHDCCI delegation led by IFFCO Chairman Shri Dileep Sanghani, underscoring the significance and impact of the engagement. Following the m...

New Delhi [India], May 27: A 40th solemn memorial event was held at Mavalankar Hall, Constitution Club, Rafi Marg, New Delhi, to mark the 40th (punyatithi) death anniversary of late Shrikant Verma, one of India’s distinguished literary figures, poets, journalists, and politicians of the 1970s and 1980s. The event, titled ‘Shrikant Verma Smaranjali’, was organized by Shrikant Verma Trust in collaboration with Vishva Hindi Parishad, which is affiliated with the Ministry of Home Affairs, Rajbhasha Samiti. The event brought together literary discussion, poetry recitation, memoirs, and felicitation. Its objective was to carry forward Shrikant Verma’s literary, intellectual, journalistic, and cultural legacy to the younger generation and to keep alive the rich tradition of Hindi literature. ...

Shri Piyush Goyal Joins Go Dharmic Food Distribution Drive Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], May 13:  On the occasion of Mother’s Day, the Go Dharmic team organised a community food distribution drive at Surana Hospital and Research Centre, Mumbai, bringing together volunteers, partners, and public representatives in a shared spirit of service and compassion.  A key highlight of the event was the presence of Shri Piyush Goyal, Hon’ble Union Minister of Commerce & Industry and Member of Parliament for Mumbai North, who visited the site, interacted with volunteers, and appreciated the ongoing efforts of the organization. His presence reinforced the importance of grassroots initiatives that promote dignity, care, and collective responsibility. “The team is doing good work,” said Shri...

Bhopal (Madhya Pradesh) [India], May 4: Madhya Pradesh, a state where the talent and enthusiasm of its youth have always been appreciated, is at a significant crossroads today. For the youth of the state, who are the future leaders, a new dawn of hope has arisen. Praveen Sharma, regarded as an immensely popular and skilled organizer among the youth, has been appointed as the Chairman of the Madhya Pradesh Youth Commission. This appointment infuses enthusiasm and inspiration among the youth of the region. Praveen Sharma dedicated his organizational life to the Akhil Bharatiya Vidyarthi Parishad, playing a crucial role in social and political activities. He significantly contributed to the organization’s development while serving as an organizing secretary in regions such as Ujjain, Gwali...