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George Abraham, Vice-Chair of the Indian Overseas Congress, has hailed the Supreme Court’s decision to stay Rahul Gandhi’s conviction

Press Release

George Abraham, Vice-Chair of the Indian Overseas Congress, has hailed the decision of the Supreme Court to stay Mr. Rahul Gandhi’s conviction and requested the Speaker of the Lok Sabha to annul his disqualification so that he could continue to represent the people who have overwhelmingly elected him. “This was a calculated effort on the part of the powers that be to silence a voice that has shown immense courage in confronting this administration on its misgovernance. It was indeed a blot on democracy and freedom of expression, and by…

Enthralling rendition of National Anthem by school children in sign language

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Bhopal: Under the chief hospitality of Commissioner Disabled Welfare Sandeep Rajak, children of Bila Bang High International School, Bhopal, presented national anthem in sign language and speech and poetry recitation competitions were held. The Disabled Welfare Commissioner appreciated the school and the children for organizing such an event for the first time in Madhya Pradesh. As a work assigned by the school, the children not only learned sign language during the summer vacation but also acquired proficiency in it. Rajak said that for the first time in Madhya Pradesh, a speech and…

Goddess of fortune blessed Sachin and Seema; Both got Rs 1 lakh a month job

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New Delhi: The love story of Seema Haider, who came from Pakistan with four children, and Sachin Meena is now going to become a source of income as well. Both have been offered a job by a businessman at a salary of Rs 1 lakh, while they have also received an offer to give an advance check to work in a movie. Not only this, his Instagram and Facebook followers have also increased. And now there is going to be income from here also. Significantly, the love of Seema and…

Union Coop: Back-to-School Campaigns Will Revive‘Retail’

Benoi Nair

The popular campaign will not only boost the retail sector but will increase footfall to shopping centers during the ‘August’ month Dubai, UAE: Union Coop confirmed that retail markets, sales outlets, and shopping centers will witness significant demand during the month of August due to the ‘Back-to-School’ campaigns that are currently being prepared by sales outlets. They expect sales to grow as usual during this month as every year, attributing to the end of annual vacations and the return from holidays, as well as the preparations for the new academic year.…

Special Perseids Meteor Shower Watching Event at Mleiha

Naseel Muhammed

Mleiha Archaeological Centre will host a special sky watching event at its campsite, on 12 August, where guests can witness one of the year’s most awe-inspiring meteor showers.  The celestial stage is set for an awe-inspiring spectacle as Sharjah’s Mleiha Archaeological Centre gears up to host the much-anticipated Perseids Meteor Shower Watching Event. To be held on 12 August, the event promises an unforgettable night of stargazing, educational activities, and traditional hospitality. Renowned as one of the year’s most awe-inspiring meteor showers, the Perseids promise swift and bright meteors leaving…

UST Thiruvananthapuram Centre Hosts Yummy Aid 2023; Culinary Fest Raises Rs 4,10,000 to be donated to SAT Hospital

Press Release

Thiruvananthapuram: Digital transformation solutions company UST organised Yummy Aid, an annual culinary festival-cum-fund raising event, at its Thiruvananthapuram centre on July 31. Around Rs. 4,10,000, collected at the culinary fest, will be donated to the Pediatric Nephrocare ICU at SAT Hospital, Thiruvananthapuram for providing beds for the kids. UST’s Network of Women USsociates (NowU), an internal volunteer organization that facilitates the development and executive mentoring of the company’s women employees, hosted the annual fundraising event. UST associates bought home-cooked food to the venue, which was displayed to celebrate Yummy Aid…

Upset Hindus seek apology from Baskin-Robbins for non-disclosure of beef in ice cream

Universal Society of Hinduism

Hindus are asking for an official apology from Baskin-Robbins for non-disclosure of beef in its “Rocky Road” ice cream; and its immediate recall. Distinguished Hindu statesman Rajan Zed, in a statement in Nevada today, said that it was shocking for Hindus to learn that popular “Rocky Road”, which they had been eating for years, contained beef; while beef was not explicitly mentioned under the ingredients listed on the packages/boxes. Zed, who is President of Universal Society of Hinduism, stated that “Rocky Road” contained gelatin, but the source of gelatin was…

Indian Christians will hold a prayer vigil in front of the U.N. for the victims of violence in Manipur, India on Saturday August 5 Noon

Koshy George

‘Concerned Citizens on Manipur,’ an activist group, is organizing a prayer vigil in front of the United Nations building in Manhattan on Saturday, August 5th, at 11 am in solidarity with the victims of violence in the northeastern State of Manipur in India and to pray for restoration of peace. The tiny State of Manipur has witnessed violent conflict between the majority of Meitei and a minority of Kuki tribes. Stabbing, chopping, burning, shooting, and other attacks killed more than 140 people. Mobs have destroyed more than 400 churches and…

Foundation Awarded New Jersey Council for the Humanities Awards Grant for

Luhrs & Associates

Beyond the Wall: Developing Digital Content Illuminating The Black Women’s Mural (Hackensack, New Jersey; July 27, 2023) — The Northern New Jersey Community Foundation’s (NNJCF) ArtsBergen initiative announces the New Jersey Council for the Humanities (NJCH) awarded an Action Grant.  The grant supports the project, Beyond the Wall: Developing Digital Content Illuminating The Black Women’s Mural, to develop an educational, inspirational website expounding on the meaning, significance and process of the creation of this public art found on the Women’s Rights Information Center’s building, located at 108 West Palisade Avenue in…

The Community Chest Awards Grants Totaling $124,950 to Nonprofits Responding to Increased Need in the Area

Luhrs & Associates

(Eastern Bergen County, New Jersey; July 27, 2023) — The Community Chest of Eastern Bergen County awarded 24 grants, totaling $124,950, to nonprofit agencies responding to increased need in the community in Bergen County, New Jersey. Founded in 1933 during the Great Depression, The Community Chest, a nonprofit, tax-exempt organization, supports local nonprofit organizations serving people in need in eastern Bergen County, New Jersey. Grant Recipients The 2023-2024 grant recipients are: •Bergen Family Center •Bergen Performing Arts Center •Bergen Volunteer Medical Initiative •Bloom Empowerment •Center for Food Action •The Center…