Author: IOC Press Release

“IOC leadership is concerned about the alarming situation in Manipur where our Christian community has suddenly suffered due to the burning of 25 churches and 500 homes. In addition, 50 innocent people have been killed in the violence. This must stop immediately. Peace must prevail to assure the safety, security, and well-being of all the people in the area,” said Sam Pitroda, Chairman of the Indian Overseas Congress. “In India, community harmony and respect for our diversity of religion, race, caste, and customs are the bedrock of our democracy. It…

Kochi: Shri Chittayam Gopakumar, Deputy Speaker of Kerala, inaugurated Carestream’s state-of-the-art Mobile Digital Imaging System at Lifeline Hospital in Adoor. The Lifeline Hospital is one of the most trusted names in the health care domain in the Central Travancore. It was established by Dr. S. Pappachan, renowned Obstetrician, Gynaecologist and Infertility Specialist. The success and enduring growth of this 300 bed Hospital attributes to the commitment towards achieving the needs of community at large. The newly installed DRX-Revolution Digital Mobile System at Lifeline hospital is a well thought initiative by Carestream…

CANBERRA  — Australia will end a decade-old freeze on the minimum wage for skilled migrant workers as part of an overhaul of what the government described as a broken migration system that fosters exploitation and favors attracting low-paid employees over filling critical skill shortages. “What has emerged is a system where it is increasingly easy for migrants to come to Australia in search of a low-paid job, but increasingly difficult for migrants with the skills that we desperately need,” said Home Affairs Minister Clare O’Neil. “One of the reasons there…

Elko County Board of Commissioners had Hindu invocation in its April five meeting, said to be the first Hindu prayer since its creation in 1869, containing hymns from world’s oldest extant scripture. Distinguished Hindu statesman Rajan Zed delivered the invocation from ancient Sanskrit scriptures before the Board. After Sanskrit delivery, he then read the English interpretation of the prayers. Sanskrit is considered a sacred language in Hinduism and root language of Indo-European languages. Zed, who is the President of Universal Society of Hinduism, recited from Rig-Veda, the oldest scripture of the…

Manhattan, NY: The Consulate General of India in New York in cooperation with GOPIO Manhattan organized the ‘Meet and Greet Students from India’ studying in the Northeast to connect them to the community and providing mentoring opportunities as well as to raise awareness of Consular services to students from the Consulate. Students from many universities across the Northeast participated in person and via Facebook Live at the event hosted by the Indian Consulate on march 31st, 2023. The program started with a welcome by Dr. Varun Jeph, Deputy Consul General…

Kerala Local Self Government Minister MB Rajesh inaugurated the programme; Beach cleanup drive coincided with UN International Day of Zero Waste Thiruvananthapuram, 30 March 2023: As part of its ‘Adopt A Beach’ programme that aims at ensuring clean beaches free of plastic debris and other waste, digital transformation solutions company UST organised a Beach Clean Up Drive on March 30 (Thursday) at the Perumathura beach in the city. MB Rajesh, Minister for Local Self Government, inaugurated the programme at the Permumathura Beach at 7.30 am. More than 100 volunteers from…

Company recognized for its contributions to ‘Environment and Greenery’ and ‘Health and Hygiene’ Kochi: UST, a leading digital transformation solutions company, has received two CSR Awards from the Kerala Management Association (KMA) for its campaigns and efforts to give back to the community. At an event held in Kochi, Kerala, UST received recognition for its contributions in the categories of ‘Environment and Greenery’ and ‘Health and Hygiene’. UST, a global pioneer in digital transformation solutions since its founding in 1999, has always placed a strong emphasis on giving back to…

Prepare to be amazed by live performances, enjoy sumptuous Iftar spreads, and exclusive competitions and discounts to celebrate Ramadan with your loved ones Sharjah Investment and Development Authority (Shurooq), is all set to provide an exceptional Ramadan experience for families and visitors across its destinations in the emirate. With its keen focus on cultivating a vibrant cultural landscape and spearheading the Sharjah’s transformation, “Shurooq” is geared up to offer a diverse range of activities at all its destinations this holy month, spanning family-friendly events, art and culture experiences, and world-class…