The Sharjah Book Authority (SBA) solidified its position as a bridge between cultures at the recent American Library Association (ALA) Annual Conference & Exhibition. As the sole representative of the Arab world at the event, the SBA delegation actively participated in discussions and fostered partnerships aimed at strengthening libraries on a global scale. Ahmed bin Rakkad Al Ameri, CEO of SBA, led the delegation’s efforts. He met […]
Prime Minister Narendra Modi today congratulated Keir Starmer on winning the UK elections and said he was looking forward to a positive collaboration with the Labour leader. He also had a message for outgoing prime minister Rishi Sunak. Starmer is set to replace Sunak as UK Prime Minister after the Labour Party defeated the Conservatives […]K Raveendran The scene at the Central Committee meeting of the CPI-M the other day in Delhi ran like this: the committee members are huddled together, pens poised, brows furrowed and looking askance at how and why the sand under the feet of their party got washed away in the Lok Sabha elections in the only remaining backyard of the Marxist party. Mash the Great, the intellectual […]
SINGAPORE – Media OutReach Newswire – 1 July 2024 – Reinforcing Allianz Asia Pacific’s steadfast commitment to gender equality, inclusion, and diversity, the official launch of #SHEsecures took place on Tuesday, 25 June 2024. #Shesecures – Group Photo This initiative aims to create an inclusive and collaborative work environment, addressing the unique challenges faced by women in the highly competitive and complex field of insurance distribution. Allianz […]
By Dr. Gyan Pathak The last one week has brought such a change in Jharkhand politics that BJP has never expected. Former Chief Minister Hemant Soren is out on bail, and leading the INDIA bloc again from the front, much to the frustration of the BJP leadership. Election to the 81 member Jharkhand Vidhan Sabha […]GENEVA, SWITZERLAND – Newsaktuell – 1 July 2024 – On the 28th of June 2024, the International Spiritual Council for Transforming Humanity (ISCTH) hosted the first Global Peace and Transformation Summit in Geneva, Siwtzerland. More than 100 action-driven leaders and influential speakers from around the globe gathered to open an honest dialogue on how to foster permanent world peace. History shows that when faced with chaos, people […]
By K Raveendran Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s use of ‘balak budhi’ to describe Rahul Gandhi during the debate on the President’s address to parliament may be seen may be seen as an NDA-complaint derivative of the derisive ‘Pappu’ jibe used by BJP leaders in the early phases of the Gandhi scion’s political career. The new […]
By Harihar Swarup The RSS hints at the course correction from the BJP and Modi government 3.0, which it wants to be reflected in the choice of new party president. The third tenure of Prime Minister Narendra Modi got off to a turbulent start. A series of unrelated events — paper leaks, a train accident […]
By Nitya Chakraborty The first short session of the 18th Lok Sabha has just ended with the third time Prime Minister Narendra Modi giving the impression once again that nothing different happened in the Lok Sabha elections 2024, he remains the same unvanquished leader of the majority party BJP like he was after the 2014 […]In a move signifying its ambition to become a prominent player in the Middle East and North Africa (MENA) region, India’s leading cryptocurrency exchange CoinDCX has acquired Dubai-based BitOasis. The acquisition, finalized on July 3, 2024, marks CoinDCX’s first major international expansion and strengthens its position in the burgeoning global crypto market. This strategic move comes on the heels of CoinDCX’s initial investment in BitOasis last August. […]
Mubarak Al Mansoori, a key figure at Agthia Group, has been selected to participate in the judging panel for the upcoming EEA 2024. This prestigious appointment underscores Agthia’s unwavering commitment to industry excellence and its ambitious plans for continued growth. The EEA, or Emirates Environmental Awards, is a highly respected program that recognizes and celebrates outstanding environmental efforts across various sectors in the United Arab Emirates. The […]
Samajwadi Party president Akhilesh Yadav while addressing the Lok Sabha on Tuesday said, “For the first time, it feels like a defeated government is in power.” “I want to thank all the voters who prevented democracy from turning into autocracy,” Yadav stated. A day after the newly-appointed leader of opposition in the Lok Sabha Rahul […]Henkel Adhesive Technologies, a global leader in adhesives, sealants and functional coatings, announced a significant milestone in its journey towards environmental sustainability. All its manufacturing sites in the Middle East and Africa (MEA) region have now transitioned to 100% renewable electricity. This achievement eliminates carbon dioxide (CO2) emissions from electricity usage, also known as Scope 2 emissions, for these facilities. The shift to renewable energy sources across […]
Dubai has achieved a significant milestone in its housing initiatives, according to a recent announcement. Vilal Housing, a prominent organization focused on residential solutions for UAE citizens, applauded the completion of processing all residential land allocation applications submitted in Dubai by the end of 2023. This accomplishment aligns with the vision of the UAE’s leadership to ensure citizen well-being through efficient housing options. Vilal Housing expressed appreciation […]
Dubai Electricity and Water Authority (DEWA) is proud to announce the completion of its Warsan accommodation complex, the first multifamily residential project globally to achieve LEED (Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design) Platinum certification. This landmark achievement underscores DEWA’s commitment to sustainability and innovation in the residential sector, setting a new standard for energy-efficient and environmentally friendly living in Dubai. LEED is the most widely recognized green […]
On rumors about a possible leadership change in crisis-hit Manipur, Chief Minister N Biren Singh said that it was not in his hands and his focus is on solving the problem in the state. “Staying on as Chief Minister or resigning is not in my hands,” Mr Singh told NDTV amid reports that a section […]
HONG KONG SAR – Media OutReach Newswire – 28 June 2024 – The Chinese University of Hong Kong (CUHK) is thrilled to welcome rising star Beatrice Valerina Djayasaputra to its prestigious Global Economics and Finance (GLEFN) programme. This determined Indonesian scholar is already making waves with her impressive achievements and inspiring insights. Beatrice graduated at the top of her class from the renowned SMAK 1 BPK Penabur […]
