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India Launches 'Study in India' Campaign at UAE Education Show

India Launches ‘Study in India’ Campaign at UAE Education Show

India has officially launched its ‘Study in India’ campaign at the 20th International Education Show in Sharjah, aiming to attract international students to its universities. The initiative, organized by EdCIL under the Ministry of Education, is a significant step in positioning India as a global education hub. The India Pavilion was inaugurated by Ahmed Mohamed …

Nihon Hidankyo Organization Honored with the 2024 Nobel Peace Prize

Nihon Hidankyo Organization Honored with the 2024 Nobel Peace Prize

The Norwegian Nobel Committee has decided to award the Nobel Peace Prize for 2024 to the Japanese organization Nihon Hidankyo. This grassroots movement of atomic bomb survivors from Hiroshima and Nagasaki, also known as Hibakusha, is receiving the Peace Prize for its efforts to achieve a world free of nuclear weapons and for demonstrating through …

Vijayadashami 2024: The Legend of Maa Durga and Mahishasura

Vijayadashami 2024: The Legend of Maa Durga and Mahishasura

Vijayadashami, also known as Dussehra, is a major Hindu festival celebrated all across India and by Hindu communities worldwide. The festival marks the victory of Lord Rama over the demon king Ravana and also celebrates Goddess Durga’s victory over the demon Mahishasura. It symbolizes the triumph of good over evil. Vijayadashami is celebrated on the …

DigiLocker Partners with UMANG App for Seamless Access to Government Services

DigiLocker Partners with UMANG App for Seamless Access to Government Services

DigiLocker, a secure cloud-based platform for document storage and verification, has integrated with the UMANG app to enhance access to various government services. This collaboration aims to simplify citizen interactions with the government, enabling users to manage multiple services through a single platform. To utilize this integration, users need to update the DigiLocker app, install …

President Murmu’s Historic African Visit: Strengthening Ties

President Murmu’s Historic African Visit: Strengthening Ties

President Droupadi Murmu is set to embark on a significant state visit to Algeria, Mauritania, and Malawi from October 13 to 19, 2024. This marks the first-ever visit by an Indian head of state to these three African nations, highlighting India’s commitment to enhancing its partnerships on the continent. The visit follows a year after …

UNGA Elects 18 New Members to Human Rights Council for 2025-2027 Term

UNGA Elects 18 New Members to Human Rights Council for 2025-2027 Term

The UN General Assembly (UNGA) has elected 18 new members to the 47-member Human Rights Council for the 2025-2027 term. This decision was made through a secret ballot held recently, with countries like Benin, Bolivia, Colombia, Cyprus, Qatar, and Thailand among the newly elected. The newly elected members will begin their three-year terms on January …

Top-10 High Tax-Paying Celebrities of India

Top-10 High Tax-Paying Celebrities of India as of 2024

In India, many famous celebrities contribute to the nation’s income by paying large amounts of taxes. These celebrities, from actors to cricketers, earn huge sums of money from their films, brand endorsements, and sports contracts. Let’s take a look at the top 10 highest tax-paying celebrities in the Financial Year (FY) 2024. Highest Tax-Paying Celebrities …

44th and 45th ASEAN Summits Kick Off in Vientiane, Laos

44th and 45th ASEAN Summits Kick Off in Vientiane, Laos

The 44th and 45th Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) Summits and related events began on October 9 in Vientiane, Laos, focusing on the theme “ASEAN: Enhancing Connectivity and Resilience.” Lao President Thongloun Sisoulith urged member countries to uphold peace, stability, and sustainable development while honoring their commitments to multilateralism. This year marks a significant …