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Kolkata (West Bengal) [India], July 22: A significant step towards positioning culture as a driver of sustainable development was taken today as the Maitri Cultural Economy Samiti (MCES), a flagship national initiative of MaitriBodh Parivaar, began in Kolkata. The summit laid the foundation for a culture-linked economic ecosystem in West Bengal by bringing together policymakers, government leaders, academicians, industry experts, artists, cultural practitioners and thought leaders to explore how India’s rich Sanskritic heritage can become a catalyst for economic growth, tourism, entrepreneurship, heritage conservation and nation building. Addressing the gathering, the Chief Guest, Shri Gajendra Singh Shekhawat, Hon’ble Union Minister…

Kolkata (West Bengal) [India], July 9: The official Curtain Raiser and Press Conference ahead of the Maitri Cultural Economy Samiti (MCES) – West Bengal Summit brought together eminent dignitaries who shared the vision, roadmap, and future direction for a culturally rooted and economically empowered West Bengal.  Addressing the gathering, Shri. (Prof.) Ashim Kumar Ghosh, Hon’ble Governor of Haryana and the Chief Guest for the Press Launch of MCES West Bengal Summit, appreciated the unique vision of the initiative and said, “This platform brings together academicians, scientists, industry leaders, poets, thinkers, and domain experts under one vision. Such a confluence of…

Chandigarh [India], July 8: On the occasion of International Yoga Day, Tushar Foundation, in association with the Media & Entertainment Skills Council (MESC) and the Indian Institute of Creative Skills (IICS), successfully organized a grand yoga and wellness event at Chandigarh Club, bringing together more than 500 fitness enthusiasts, yoga practitioners, students, and health-conscious citizens for a morning dedicated to health, mindfulness, and community well-being. The celebration was graced by distinguished personalities from the wellness, fitness, and social sectors, including renowned Ayurveda and Wellness Guru Acharya Manish, eminent social and political leader Sanjay Tandon, and India’s celebrated fitness icon Tripat Singh. Addressing the gathering, Acharya Manish shared valuable insights on holistic health, natural…

Gandhinagar (Gujarat) [India], July 7: The 15th Agri Asia 2026 and 14th DLP Expo Asia, one of western India’s leading exhibitions dedicated to agriculture and allied industries, will be held from September 11 to 13, 2026, at the Helipad Exhibition Centre in Gandhinagar, Gujarat. The three-day exhibition will bring together manufacturers, technology providers, agribusiness companies, industry experts, government representatives, distributors, dealers, entrepreneurs, and progressive farmers to showcase and explore the latest advancements in agriculture, dairy, livestock, and poultry. Recognized as Gujarat’s leading agriculture exhibition, the event will feature innovations in precision farming, irrigation systems, greenhouse technology, farm machinery, dairy processing…

New Delhi [India], July 4: Healthcare professionals dedicate their lives to saving others, but many continue to work under the constant threat of violence. Recognising this urgent challenge, a landmark initiative was launched today to strengthen the safety and security of doctors and healthcare workers across India. At the 9th Fit India Conclave 2026, held at the Constitution Club of India, Dr Sunita Dube, Radiologist, Chairperson of MedscapeIndia Medical Education Trust, and the voice behind India’s nationwide movement against violence toward healthcare workers, unveiled the next chapter of that fight: FitIndia 2.0, a mission she describes as “Doctor-Led, Citizen-Owned and Nation-Aligned.”…