Author: Thodupuzha K Shankar, Mumbai

The Costumes I wore in my life: Thodupuzha K Shankar, Mumbai

Thodupuzha K Shankar, Mumbai

PREFACE: Everyone is born in this world as a child but undergoes a Metamorphosis by growing into a boy, from boy to a youth from youth to an old man passing through four totally different phases/stages in life. The four phases/stages are BRAHMACHARYAM, GRUHASTHAM, VANAPRASTHAM AND SANYASAM. This article is based upon this corollary and therefore, it will be very easy for everyone to contemplate what it implies. Now let us analyze this concept and peep in to the various aspects of the article. FACE TO FACE WITH THE PHASES…

Hindu mantras to start the day of Nebraska Legislature

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Hindu prayers will open the Nebraska Unicameral Legislature in Lincoln on May seven, containing verses from world’s oldest extant scripture. Distinguished Hindu statesman Rajan Zed will deliver the invocation from ancient Sanskrit scriptures before the Nebraska Legislature. After Sanskrit delivery, he then will read the English interpretation of the prayers. Sanskrit is considered a sacred language in Hinduism and the root language of Indo-European languages. Zed, who is the President of Universal Society of Hinduism, will recite from Rig-Veda, the oldest scripture of the world still in common use; besides lines…

Union Coop Announces New Branch in Nad Al Sheba

Benoi Nair

Strategic Expansion Enhances Retail Presence and Consumer Experience in Dubai Dubai, UAE: Retail Pioneer, ‘Union Coop’ opened its new branch in the Nad Al Sheba Mall, in the Nad Al Sheba area of Dubai. This comes as part of Union Coop’s expansion strategy aimed at serving the community and offering shoppers a unique retail experience. With this launch, the total number of Union Coop branches has reached 28. The new branch was inaugurated by H.E. Majid Hamad Rahma Al Shamsi, Chairman of Union Coop, and Mr. Mohamed Al Hashemi, CEO…

Indian Startup Bud Ecosystem Pioneers GPU-Free Generative AI

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Thiruvananthapuram, 30 April 2025: In an effort to tackle the rising costs and sustainability challenges associated with generative AI, India-based GenAI research lab Bud Ecosystem has introduced an innovative new product, Bud Runtime. Designed to streamline the deployment of generative AI applications, Bud Runtime enables deployment on CPU-based infrastructure, offering a more affordable, scalable and sustainable option for organizations looking to harness the power of generative AI. Since late 2023, Bud Ecosystem has been collaborating with companies like Intel, Microsoft, and Infosys to commoditize generative AI and make it easily accessible…

UST donates assistive vision devices to Punarjyothi Visual Rehabilitation Centre, Thiruvananthapuram

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Thiruvananthapuram: Digital transformation solutions company UST, in association with the Regional Institute of Ophthalmology Alumni Association (RIOAA), has handed over assistive vision devices to the city-based Punarjyothi Visual Rehabilitation Centre, Thiruvananthapuram, as part of the company’s corporate social responsibility programme. The Punarjyothi Visual Rehabilitation Centre is a project by the Regional Institute of Ophthalmology Alumni Association (RIOAA). At an event themed, ‘Education for Empowerment of the Visually Challenged’, held recently, UST officials led by Shilpa Menon, Center Head, UST Thiruvananthapuram, handed over the devices. Dr Arun S Nair, Director, Department…

Kerala Folk Arts Festival, Children’s Talent Competition at Global Malayalee Festival in Kochi

Ajay Ghosh

Kerala Folk Arts Festival, Children’s Talent Competition along with the Miss Global Malayalee Pageant to elect the winner based on one’s personality, poise, confidence, presentation and intellect, will be part of the first ever Global Malayalee Festival planned to be held at Crown Plaza Hotel on August 15-16, 2025. The organizers have urged Malayalees from across the globe to be part of this historic event planned be held in Kerala. Presentation of Kerala Folk Arts like, Kalaripayattu, Theyam, Ottam Thullal, Parichamuttu Kali, Mappilla Pattu, Kadhkali, and Mohini Aattam will be…

RR vs GT: My dream has come true… Vaibhav Suryavanshi said after creating history by scoring the fastest century in IPL

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In IPL 2025, 14-year-old Vaibhav Suryavanshi created history by playing a brilliant century innings against Gujarat Titans on Monday. He completed his century with the help of seven fours and 11 sixes in just 35 balls. With this, he has become the first batsman from India and the second batsman in the world to score the fastest century in IPL. Thanks to Vaibhav’s century, Rajasthan Royals registered a spectacular victory by five wickets with 25 balls to spare. He was also awarded the Man of the Match award for his…

RR vs GT: Talking is very easy… Shubman Gill got angry after the humiliating defeat against Rajasthan

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A high-voltage match was played between Rajasthan Royals and Gujarat Titans at Sawai Mansingh Stadium in Jaipur. Gujarat Titans, who came to bat first after losing the toss, scored 209 runs for the loss of four wickets in the stipulated 20 overs with the help of half-centuries from captain Shubman Gill and Butler. In response, Rajasthan Royals registered a historic victory by achieving the target in 15.5 overs on the basis of Vaibhav Suryavanshi’s stormy century. GT’s captain looked very disappointed after the defeat despite scoring such a big score.…

Indian Overseas Congress USA Hosts “Stand in Solidarity with India” Gathering at Times Square Following Pahalgam Terror Attack

IOC USA Press Release

New York, NY – The Indian Overseas Congress USA (IOC USA) held a solemn and powerful gathering at Times Square on April 27, 2025, to express solidarity with the victims of the brutal terror attack in Pahalgam, Jammu and Kashmir. The attack, which occurred on April 22, tragically claimed the lives of 26 innocent people, including many tourists. The event, titled “Stand in Solidarity with India,” united IOC USA officials, members of the Indian diaspora, and community leaders to condemn the heinous act of terrorism and call for urgent, decisive…

Robert Vadra’s statement on Pahalgam terror attack creates uproar

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Congress MP Priyanka Gandhi’s husband Robert Vadra has given his reaction on the terrorist attack in Pahalgam. He said that the terrorists killed people after seeing their identity cards because they feel that Muslims are being suppressed in the country. This statement of Robert Vadra has created a political controversy. BJP has targeted Robert Vadra. BJP leader Shahzad Poonawala has called it a shameful statement. Congress MP Priyanka Gandhi’s husband Robert Vadra said that I feel very bad and my deepest condolences are with the people killed in this terrorist…