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07 Oct

2025 World Trade Centers Association Member Forum to Focus on Private Sector’s Role in Strengthening Global Business Ties

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World Trade Centers Association (WTCA), an international trade organization connecting more than 300 World Trade Center (WTC) locations in nearly 100 countries and territories, will virtually host its 2025 WTCA Member Forum from October 27-29. With the theme "Empowering Emerging Voices," this years event will highlight WTCA's rising leaders and the experienced voices who guide, mentor and empower international trade collaboration. The Forum will also provide a platform to highlight those regions and industries emerging as key players in today's global economy. 2025 WTCA Member Forum October 27-29. Virtual Only. Theme "Empowering Emerging Voices". Focus on Private Sector's Role in…

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07 Oct

Bisleri International Wins Mahatma Award 2025 for CSR Excellence in Waste and Material Productivity

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Bisleri International Pvt. Ltd., India's leading packaged drinking water company, has been conferred with the prestigious Mahatma Award 2025 under the category of CSR Excellence - Waste and Material Productivity. The award recognises Bisleri's commitment towards building a circular economy and driving large-scale impact through its sustainability initiatives. This year, the Mahatma Award received over 2,100 entries, of which 265 organisations were shortlisted, and only 90 winners were recognized across diverse categories. Bisleri International Wins Mahatma Awards 2025 in Waste & Material Productivity The award ceremony was graced by distinguished guests including Dr. Kiran Bedi, Former Lieutenant Governor of Puducherry…

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07 Oct

India Rebukes Pakistan at UN, Cites 1971 Atrocities and Calls Out Misinformation on Kashmir

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United Nations (Rajeev Sharma) — India delivered a scathing rebuttal to Pakistan at the United Nations Security Council, accusing its neighbour of weaponizing international platforms to spread disinformation while ignoring its own dark history of human rights violations, including a brutal campaign of violence during the 1971 Bangladesh Liberation War. Speaking during an open debate on the theme “Women, Peace and Security,” India's Permanent Representative to the UN, Ambassador Parvathaneni Harish, took direct aim at Pakistan’s record, citing its military’s role in Operation Searchlight — a 1971 crackdown in then-East Pakistan that involved mass killings and the use of rape…

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07 Oct

Trump Again Credits Trade Tactics for Halting India-Pakistan Military Escalation

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Washington (Rajeev Sharma): U.S. President Donald Trump has asserted that his strategic use of trade measures, particularly tariffs, helped avert a major conflict between India and Pakistan during a period of heightened military tension. Speaking at a recent event, Trump highlighted how his administration leveraged economic tools to prevent what he claimed could have become a full-blown war between the two nuclear-armed nations. “India and Pakistan were on the brink,” Trump said. “Fighter jets had already been shot down. They were preparing for a serious conflict. But I had conversations with them — I won’t say exactly what was said…

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07 Oct

Rain Batters Punjab: Cold Wave Grips Region, Yellow Alert Issued for 12 Districts

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Chandigarh (Gurpreet Singh): Unseasonal rainfall triggered by an active Western Disturbance has brought a sudden chill across Punjab, with several districts witnessing a significant drop in temperatures and ongoing rain since early Tuesday. The abrupt weather change has prompted authorities to issue a yellow alert for 12 districts on Tuesday, October 7. The alert covers Ludhiana, Jalandhar, Mohali, Patiala, Fatehgarh Sahib, Sangrur, Rupnagar, Hoshiarpur, Kapurthala, Gurdaspur, Pathankot, and Mohali. Of these, Ludhiana and Jalandhar have already been soaked in rain since morning, with persistent showers and gusty winds disrupting daily life. According to weather officials, the maximum temperature across the…

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07 Oct

Death Toll Climbs to 61 Following Collapse of Prayer Hall at Indonesian Boarding School

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Indonesia (Rajeev Sharma): The death toll from the devastating collapse of a prayer hall at an Islamic boarding school in Indonesia has risen to 61, after rescue teams recovered 12 more bodies on Monday. The tragedy unfolded on September 29 at the Al Khojini Islamic Boarding School in Sidoarjo, East Java, while students were gathered for their afternoon prayers. The building, which had stood for over a century, was undergoing unauthorized expansion at the time of the collapse. Most of the victims were young boys, with only one student confirmed to have survived the disaster. Authorities reported that 99 students…

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06 Oct

Gunshots Fired at Properties Linked to Navi Dhesi in Canada, Bishnoi Gang Claims Involvement

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Toronto (Rajeev Sharma): A series of targeted shootings have taken place at properties associated with Navi Dhesi in Canada, allegedly carried out by individuals linked to the Lawrence Bishnoi gang. The incidents, which spanned the past three days, have sparked renewed concerns about the gang’s growing reach beyond India. The attacks came to light after a social media post, reportedly from a gang affiliate, claimed responsibility. The post accused Dhesi of collecting ₹50 lakh under the pretense of having ties with Lawrence Bishnoi. It stated that the shootings were a response to this alleged misuse of the gang’s name. The…

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06 Oct

Landslide Tragedy in Darjeeling Claims 24 Lives, Rescue Efforts Hindered by Rain

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Darjeeling (Rajeev Sharma): The number of confirmed deaths from the recent landslides in West Bengal’s Darjeeling district has risen to 24, with rescue operations still underway in difficult conditions. Several people are feared missing, and ongoing rainfall continues to slow down relief efforts, officials reported on Monday. Triggered by relentless rain over the past few days, the landslides have caused widespread destruction in the hill region. Entire stretches of roads have collapsed or been blocked by debris, cutting off access to multiple areas and leaving hundreds of tourists stranded. According to state authorities, one more body was recovered late Sunday…

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06 Oct

SC Seeks Replies on Plea Challenging Sonam Wangchuk’s Detention Under NSA

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New Delhi (Rajeev Sharma): The Supreme Court on Monday asked the Centre, the Union Territory of Ladakh, and the Superintendent of Jodhpur Central Jail to respond to a petition filed by Gitanjali Angmo, wife of renowned climate activist Sonam Wangchuk, questioning his detention under the National Security Act (NSA). The petition challenges the legality of Wangchuk’s detention and seeks his immediate release. The court has listed the matter for further hearing on October 14. Appearing on behalf of Angmo, senior advocate Kapil Sibal argued that the family had not been informed of the reasons for Wangchuk’s detention. He stressed that…

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06 Oct

Haryana CM Saini Seeks Japanese Collaboration Ahead of 2026 Investment Summit

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Tokyo (Rajeev Sharma): Haryana Chief Minister Nayab Singh Saini has begun a multi-day visit to Japan aimed at strengthening economic cooperation and inviting Japanese stakeholders to play a key role in the upcoming ‘Happening Haryana 2026’ investment summit, set to take place in April next year. The Chief Minister met with senior Japanese officials to promote Haryana as a hub for industrial growth, innovation, and international partnerships. In his meeting with Takuma Miyaji, Japan’s State Minister for Foreign Affairs, Saini emphasized the importance of expanding bilateral ties, not just in trade and investment, but also in cultural and regional cooperation.…

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