Beijing, Dec 7 (IANS) India’s Ambassador to China, Pradeep Kumar Rawat, and Consul General in Shanghai, Pratik Mathur, on Sunday inaugurated the new Chancery of the Consulate General of India in Shanghai at the Dawning Centre in Changning district, marking the first relocation of its office premises in over 32 years. The Consulate General said that the larger, modern diplomatic platform located in the heart of Shanghai’s consular district is designed to deepen engagement and strengthen service d…

Jaipur, Dec 6 (IANS) The preparations for the upcoming Pravasi Rajasthani Divas, being organised on the initiative of Rajasthan Chief Minister Bhajan Lal Sharma, are now in their final stage, government officials said on Saturday. Ahead of the event scheduled for December 10, greenery, decorations, and cleanliness drives are being carried out across the state capital Jaipur.Rajasthan is fully prepared to welcome its guests, and there is tremendous enthusiasm among Non-Resident Rajasthanis and in…

Kochi, Dec 1 (IANS) The Kerala High Court on Monday directed the Director General of Police (DGP) to submit all details related to a body recovered from a marshy area in Kalamassery, suspected to be that of Suraj Lama, a 50-year-old man who went missing on October 5 after arriving in Kochi from Kuwait.Hearing a habeas corpus petition filed by Lama’s son, alleging police inaction and negligence, a Division Bench of Justice Devan Ramachandran and Justice M.B. Snehalatha also directed the Superin…

Kathmandu, Nov 29 (IANS) The Consulate General of India in Nepal’s Birgunj, in association with Iskcon Birgunj, celebrated the Gita Mahotsav on Saturday during which several scholars emphasised on the significance of Bhagavad Gita in the current times. “Students recited verses from Shrimad Bhagwat Gita and presented cultural performances inspired by the theme of Shrimad Bhagwat Gita. The programme was complemented by the exhibition of Shrimad Bhagwat Gita books. A good number of people from all …

New Delhi/Johannesburg, Nov 22 (IANS) Prime Minister Narendra Modi, during his visit to Johannesburg for the G20 Leaders’ Summit, held an important interaction with the heads of prominent Indian community organisations in South Africa. In a post on X, the Prime Minister wrote, “Interacted with members of the Indian community based in South Africa who are actively working with different community organisations. They shared their experiences on various issues and were very appreciative of Indi…

New Delhi, Nov 22 (IANS) Prime Minister Narendra Modi held a significant interaction with Indian-origin tech entrepreneurs during his three-day visit to South Africa to attend the G20 Leaders’ Summit.The meeting focused on technological innovation, collaboration in emerging sectors, and opportunities to strengthen ties between India and the Indian diaspora, driving global tech growth.In a post on X, the Prime Minister said, “Had a fruitful interaction with Indian origin tech entrepreneurs in J…

Johannesburg, Nov 21 (IANS) Prime Minister Narendra Modi, who arrived in South Africa’s Johannesburg on Friday to attend the G20 Leaders’ Summit, lauded the rousing welcome given by members of the Indian community, highlighting that India’s vibrant cultural diversity was on full display in the African nation.Members of the Indian community took the lead in showcasing folk dances from 11 states of India during a short cultural programme titled ‘Rhythms of a United India’.PM Modi said that it is c…