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Although the cremation issue was raised in Malta Parliament in 2017, there is still no operational crematorium in Malta, and if everything goes on schedule, optimistic estimates place it around 2029. Malta, not having a mechanism for the cremation of deceased Hindus, was forcing the community to bury their loved ones in contradiction of their long-held beliefs that burial hindered soul’s journey; distinguished Hindu statesman Rajan Zed said in a statement in Nevada (USA) today. Although the Planning Authority approved the outline permit a few days back, a full permit…

The American Association of Physicians of Indian Origin (AAPI) is spearheading an unprecedented national effort to address a longstanding gap in lifesaving stem cell donor availability for patients of South Asian descent. Through a coordinated campaign launched in partnership with the Deutsche Knochenmarkspenderdatei (DKMS) and National Marrow Donor Program (NMDP) international stem cell registries, AAPI has transformed what were once isolated community donor drives into a unified nationwide movement aimed at increasing representation within the stem cell registry. According to Dr. Meher Medavaram, President of AAPI, the initiative targets a…

Mleiha National Park earns first Middle East’s Leading National Park title, secured against a shortlist of four other parks in the region. The Chedi Al Bait, Sharjah adds regional boutique resort recognition to its established Sharjah honours. Chedi Grand Suite marks seven consecutive years as Sharjah’s Leading Hotel Suite. The Sharjah Investment and Development Authority (Shurooq) has won four titles at the World Travel Awards 2026, with Mleiha National Park and The Chedi Al Bait, Sharjah, earning Middle East honours alongside two further wins for the heritage property and its…

The free multi-location festival in Downtown Hackensack will celebrate America’s Semiquincentennial anniversary on October 3, 2026 through the arts and culture to drive economic revitalization. (Bergen County, New Jersey; September 12, 2026) – The Hackensack Performing Arts Center (HACPAC) announces Illumination 250, a full-day regional cultural arts celebration observing America’s Semiquincentennial anniversary, will take place on Saturday, October 3, 2026 in Hackensack, New Jersey. Bring the family, friends, and neighbors to the largest free public, interactive festival in North Jersey open to all ages. In the event of severe inclement…

Global Indian Council’s Independence Day celebration draws more than 100 participants worldwide; Qatar Chapter welcomed into the organisation’s global family NEW YORK, Sept. 12: Serving the nation is not solely the responsibility of government officials, police personnel or the armed forces, but a shared duty of every citizen, former Kerala Director General of Police Rishi Raj Singh IPS said while addressing the Global Indian Council’s Independence Day celebration. Delivering the keynote address as chief guest at the virtual event, Singh called upon Indians worldwide to express their patriotism through integrity,…

New Delhi: Normal life has been severely affected in the national capital Delhi and the entire NCR (National Capital Region) due to torrential rains on Saturday. Heavy waterlogging in many major areas of Delhi, Gurugram, Ghaziabad and Faridabad brought the movement of vehicles on the roads to a halt. The worst situation due to the rain was seen in Gurugram, where apart from the main roads, residential areas were also flooded. Heavy waterlogging on the flyover near the Indira Gandhi International (IGI) Airport in Delhi slowed down vehicular traffic. Meanwhile, waterlogging…

New Delhi : On the auspicious occasion of Teachers’ Day, President Draupadi Murmu called upon teachers across the country to guide and shape the new generation. She stated that teachers’ primary responsibility is not only to provide formal education to students, but also to develop them into sensitive and responsible citizens by inculcating scientific thinking, moral values, and a sense of “nation first.” She clarified that students who achieve success in life with ethical conduct and right thinking are the greatest symbol of a teacher’s true success. Referring to his special…

Dubai, UAE: Mohamed Al Hashemi, CEO of Union Coop, affirmed that the cooperative remains firmly committed to supporting and empowering Emirati talent and strengthening their presence within the retail sector across its various departments and branches in Dubai. This reflects Union Coop’s approach to investing in national talent and providing a supportive work environment that fosters professional growth. Al Hashemi explained that these efforts are aligned with the vision and directives of the UAE’s wise leadership to empower national talent, strengthen Emirati participation in the labour market, and support their active…

Kathmandu:  A catastrophic flood triggered by a glacier burst on August 26th in Nepal’s Bhotekoshi and Trishuli river valleys has caused widespread devastation. This devastating deluge has not only caused massive loss of life and property, but has also left a mountain of debris exceeding 2.2 million tons in the affected areas. According to a preliminary report by the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP), about 22,000 large trucks will be needed to clear this huge debris and the operation could take several years. According to figures released by the Nepal government,…