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18TH PRAVASI BHARATIYA DIVAS
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Pravasi Bharatiya Divas is celebrated once in every two years to strengthen the engagement of the overseas Indian community with the Government of India and reconnect them with their cultural roots. The 18th PBD Convention is being held from 8th-10th January, 2025 in Bhubaneswar, Odisha. The theme of the 18th PBD Convention 2025 is "Diaspora's Contribution to a Viksit Bharat".
CLICK HERE TO REGISTER
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Dive into the rich culture, heritage, and diversity of India with the BharatKoJaniyeQuiz! Test your knowledge and stand a chance to win a free trip to Incredible India! Take the quiz now! Visit www.bkjquiz.com or scan the QR code in the image. Let’s explore India together!
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World Audio Visual & Entertainment Summit (WAVES) – the premier global event dedicated to the convergence of the entire Media & Entertainment (M&E) sector.
🌟 Date: 5th to 9th February 2025
📍 Location: New Delhi, India
The event will cover key sectors, including: Films | Broadcast & TV | Gaming & E-sports | New Media Radio | Music | LIVE Events | Animation, VFX & AR/VR/XR and more! WAVES is an industry-led initiative supported by leading M&E associations and developed by the National Film Development Corporation (NFDC) under the Ministry of Information & Broadcasting.
Join us as we place India at the heart of the global M&E landscape, explore new frontiers in innovation, and chart a course for the future of entertainment!
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The Consulate General of India in Vancouver organized a consular camp at Khalsa Diwan Society Gurdwara, Abbotsford on November 17, 2024, for the benefit of Indian diaspora pensioners and issued 557 life certificates.
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The Consulate General of India in Vancouver organized a second consular camp at Khalsa Diwan Society, Ross Street Gurdwara, Vancouver, on 16 November 2024 and issued 152 ‘Life Certificates’ to community members availing Indian pensions.
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Commemorating the 150th birth anniversary of Bhagwan Birsa Munda, CGI Vancouver celebrated the Janjatiya Gaurav Diwas 2024 at the Consulate premises. On the occasion Consul General, in his address, emphasized the invaluable contribution of our Tribal freedom fighters. Birsa Munda rallied the tribals to fight against the forceful land grabbing carried out by the British government. He influenced his people to realise the importance of owning their land and asserting their rights over it.
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Announcement of 80th and 81st Edition of Know India Programme (KIP) Applications are invited from Indian Diaspora Youth Members (excluding non-resident Indians) in the age group of 21-35 years for participation in the 80th and 81st edition of KIP.
80th edition of KIP: 29 December 2024 to 17 January, 2025
81st edition of KIP : 02 January 2025 to 21 January, 2025
To apply,
please email to: cul.vancouver@mea.gov.in, pic.vancouver@mea.gov.in
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Excited to announce that applications are now open for the Scholarship Programme for Diaspora Children (SPDC) for the 2024-2025 academic year! This program provides financial assistance of up to USD 4,000 per year for eligible diaspora students pursuing undergraduate studies in India, including medical courses starting from the second year.
Key Details: Open to children of Persons of Indian Origin (PIO), Non-Resident Indians (NRI), and Indian workers in ECR countries.
Selection on Merit-cum-means based selection.
Application Deadline: November 30, 2024
For more information and to apply, please visit spdcindia.gov.in
For more details, kindly contact us at cul.vancouver@mea.gov.in
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Celebrate the richness of Northeast India with three unforgettable experiences! Start your adventure and discover the ancient Charaideo Moidams, the royal burial mounds of the Ahom dynasty, which was inducted into the prestigious UNESCO World Heritage Sites list six months ago! These mounds, which hold royal relics, offer a glimpse into the region’s rich past. Next, head to the Hornbill Festival, Nagaland, celebrating its Silver Jubilee! From its humble beginnings as a 3-day event, it has blossomed into a 10-day extravaganza featuring epic rock battles, Naga wrestling, and more. And finally, head to Kaziranga National Park, a wildlife paradise and UNESCO World Heritage Site for 50 years! Jump into a jeep safari to spot the Big Five — the iconic one-horned rhino, majestic tigers, wise elephants, the wild water buffalo, and the swamp deer.
Adventure, culture, and heritage — it’s all waiting for you in Northeast India!
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Known for its coastal charm, French architecture, and laid-back vibe, Puducherry has made it to Lonely Planet's ‘Best in Travel 2025’ list. It’s officially a must-visit spot for the coming year! Who’s ready for a trip to this paradise?
Click on the link to explore: https://shorturl.at/EXFyF
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India turns 3rd most improving market in business environment ranking: EIU Report
India is the "only single-country market that offers a potential scale comparable to that of China" that makes it an attractive destination for global investors looking to diversify their operations. India has emerged as the third most-improving geography in terms of business environment, shows the latest Business Environment Index released by the Economist Intelligence Unit (EIU). The ranking, which assesses the attractiveness of doing business across 82 countries and territories, identifies India as one of the most promising markets for business growth over the next five years to 2028 due to .....
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India among top 5 growth markets for IHG: Haitham Mattar, Sudeep Jain
InterContinental Hotels Group (IHG) plans to double its portfolio in India due to increased demand and government support. Haitham Mattar, managing director of India, Middle East and Africa, and Sudeep Jain, managing director, South West Asia, IHG Hotels and Resorts, in an in-person interview with Roshni Shekhar in Mumbai shed light on their growth plan in India and expansion of the group’s revenue stream. Currently, IHG has 46 hotels in India and 58 are in the pipeline. Globally, it has over 6,300 open hotels in over 100 countries, and more than 2,000 are in the development pipeline.....
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Modi's many 'global' awards: From UN Earth, Seoul Peace to Order of Zayed and Dominica
The Commonwealth of Dominica has announced that it will confer its highest national award to Prime Minister Narendra Modi as a gesture of gratitude for helping the country battle the COVID-19 pandemic. The government of Dominica said that PM Modi will receive the Dominica Award of Honour for his contributions to strengthening the partnership between the two countries. In a statement, the office of the Dominican prime minister said President of the.....
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HTLS 2024: Ex-British PM Liz Truss says India to have huge leadership role
India has to be a key part of alternative structures such as the Quad and G7 that have gained prominence against the backdrop of the “rising threat of China” and the inability of the UN to resolve global issues, former British Prime Minister Liz Truss said on Saturday. During a conversation at the 22nd Hindustan Times Leadership Summit, Truss drew a distinction between India and China in terms of .....
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COP29 | India can lead the global carbon credit market
The annual jamboree on climate change is underway with the world’s most influential leaders congregating in Baku, Azerbaijan, for the conference of parties (COP29). Interestingly, even as experts and policy-makers make a huddle to capture the attention of the world on the risks emerging from climate change, the carbon footprint accumulated as a result of air miles collected cumulatively and investment for setting up the infrastructure for.....
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The Tribal Revolution: Entrepreneurs Leading India Towards A Sustainable Future
In the remote forests of Jharkhand, Kamla Devi’s life was once defined by long days of gathering sal seeds and tamarind to sell at local markets for meagre returns. Today, she proudly calls herself a tribal entrepreneur. Through the Van Dhan Vikas Kendra (VDVK) established in her village, Kamla and many like her have discovered the power of collective.....
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Opinion | Bharat’s Path To Economic Dominance: Putting Itself First
Bharat is in demand across the globe for its emerging dominance and rising global power. Optimists believe that if Bharat maintains its focus, the results could surpass current forecasts and projections. However, there are spanners in the works—so many, in fact, that listing them all would be a monumental task. These challenges can divert Bharat’s attention from its current path and potentially delay the nation’s growth in numerous ways. The only way Bharat can achieve its potential and become an economic behemoth is .....
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Indian economy well placed to handle any kind of spillovers from global events: RBI Guv
RBI Governor Shaktikanta Das stated that the Indian economy and nancial sector are in a strong position. India's external sector is robust, and the current account decit remains manageable. Das highlighted India's signicant foreign exchange reserves. He acknowledged the presence of ination but expressed condence in its moderation.....
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India's computer market to grow 5.1% annually over next five years: Report
The computer market in India is expected to grow 5.1 percent annually over the next five years, said market intelligence">S&P Global Market Intelligence in a report. According to the financial information and analytics firm, India's imports of laptops climbed 10.8 percent year over year in the three months .....
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Huge wealth of data talent in India, looking to attract it: Lingaro CEO
At a time when India’s Global Capability Centre (GCC) ecosystem is projected to expand significantly, with over 1,900 GCCs and a market size of $60 billion by 2025, Lingaro Group, a data management services provider, is looking to scale up operations in the country, Sam Mantle, the group’s global chief executive officer, told Peerzada Abrar in a telephonic interview.
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India achieves milestone with successful testfires by DRDO of long range hypersonic missile
India conducts successful flight trial of long-range hypersonic missile The Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO) successfully conducted a flight trial of its long-range hypersonic missile from Dr APJ Abdul Kalam Island, off the .....
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Space, India’s final frontier and through the government, a gateway to the stars
Imagine a future where India is not just a player but a leader in the global space economy. Picture a bustling hub of innovation where startups are launching satellites, developing cutting-edge space technologies, and creating jobs that didn’t exist a decade ago. This vision is becoming a reality with the Union cabinet’s approval of a Rs 1,000 crore venture capital fund dedicated to the space sector — a move that promises to catapult India to the forefront of space exploration and technology.....
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U.N. report lauds India’s gender budgeting initiatives
The adoption of gender-responsive budgeting by Asia-Pacific countries like India demonstrates their strong commitment to ensuring the efficient allocation of resources based on the identified needs of women and girls, according to a United Nations report, which analysed how countries in the region are placed compared to the Sustainability Development Goals (SDG) adopted in Beijing 30 years back. It, however, said India faced challenges in the implementation of gender budgeting due to a lack of sex-disaggregated data and exclusion of key programmes that benefit women......
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