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Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India] August 21: The National Real Estate Development Council (NAREDCO), Maharashtra Chapter, is set to host its flagship event, The Real Estate Forum (TREF) 2024 with JLL as their knowledge partner. The forum will take place on August 29, 2024, at Hotel Trident, Mumbai, with a key focus on India’s Residential Sector. Now in its third edition, this highly anticipated event promises to be even more impactful, aiming to shape the future of Maharashtra’s real estate industry. The forum will be graced by an impressive lineup of dignitaries, including the Chief Minister of Maharashtra, Shri Eknath Shinde; Deputy Chief Minister Shri Devendra Fadnavis; and Maharashtra Housing Minister Shri Atul Save. This year’s edition is expected to gather over 500 attendees from the real...

Indore (Madhya Pradesh) [India], August 15: This Independence Day, Dr. Dinesh Shahra, the driving force behind India’s Yellow Revolution, returned to his roots at St. Paul High School in Indore. The 78th Independence Day celebration became a memorable event as Dr. Shahra delivered a heartfelt speech to the students, blending his journey with India’s progress. He spoke passionately about the importance of embracing our rich cultural heritage while pursuing excellence on a global scale, leaving a lasting impact on young minds. Dr. Shahra’s commitment to sustainability shone through during the event. As a symbolic act, he planted a tree alongside the students, a gesture that not only reinforced his dedication to environmental causes but also encouraged the younger generation to become guardia...

Bhubaneswar (Odisha) [India], August 16: On the occasion of the 78th Independence Day, the Honourable Deputy Chief Minister of Odisha, Ms. Pravati Parida, announced the implementation of One Day Paid Period Leave for all working women in the state. This landmark decision marks a significant step towards creating an inclusive work environment and supporting the women workforce in Odisha. The announcement is a major victory for Ms. Ranjeeta Priyadarshini, the founder of the Paid Period Leave campaign. Over the past two years, Ms. Priyadarshini has tirelessly advocated for this policy, engaging with policymakers, ministers, and government officials across various levels, as well as with private organizations. Her efforts have garnered the support of over 25 Indian organizations, reflecting a ...

Haziq Zaman, Advocate, Delhi High Court & Supreme Court of India New Delhi [India], August 12: The Supreme Court of India has once again reiterated its commitment to upholding the fundamental rights of individuals with its recent judgment on bail in criminal matters. This ruling is especially significant in light of the frequent denials of bail by lower courts, which often result in prolonged and unnecessary incarceration of accused individuals. The judgment serves as a beacon of hope for those who have suffered undue hardship while awaiting trial, emphasizing that the right to personal liberty cannot be overlooked. The Problem of Prolonged Incarceration India’s criminal justice system has long grappled with the issue of extended pre-trial detention, where accused persons, presumed inn...

New Delhi (India), August 13: Renowned Social Worker and business owner from Jammu & Kashmir Dr. Saminder Singh ‘Sourav’ awarded with the prestigious “Bharatiya Ratna Award” and the world record for doing extraordinary in his domain. Dr. Saminder Singh, popularly known as Sourav, is a name that commands respect and admiration in the state of Jammu & Kashmir. Born and raised in a small village in the region, Dr. Saminder Singh Sourav always had a passion for helping others and making a positive impact on society. He started his journey as a social worker at a young age, volunteering for various local organizations and initiatives aimed at uplifting the underprivileged communities in his area. As he grew older, Dr. Saminder Singh Sourav realized that he could do much more to bring ab...

Minister of Textiles Shri. Giriraj Singh and Minister of State for Textiles Shri. Pabitra Margherita inaugurated the Indian Textiles Gallery II, in an exhibition titled “Tradition and Innovation”. New Delhi (India), August 10: The National Crafts Museum & Hastkala Academy at Pragati Maidan unveiled the highly anticipated Indian Textiles Gallery II on August 8, 2024.  It was inaugurated by the Hon’ble Minister of Textiles, Shri Giriraj Singh and Hon’ble Minister of State of Textile, Shri Pabitra Margherita. “This exhibition has brought to life the fast-disappearing crafts of India and for the young generation it will be a great source of inspiration. They will understand the nuances of how rich our culture was and witness the innovation,” said Shri Giriraj Singh. Adding that the display...

New Delhi (India), August 8: The Managing Director of Kedar Security Services has been honored with two nationally recognized awards, the Cluster Of Achievers Award 2024 and the Bharat Udyog Ratna Award 2024 for his dedication to the security services industry. As the M.D. of Kedar Security Services, a trusted name in security services industry of India, Mr. Vikas expresses his immense joy for bagging the prestigious awards in Mumbai. The Cluster of Achievers 18th Edition award ceremony held on 29 July 2024 in Mumbai, celebrates as well as recognizes exceptional personalities and their achievements across various fields. The Managing Director, Kedar Security Services, Mr. Vikas was presented the award by the actress Malaika Arora for providing quality protection services through Kedar Secu...

New Delhi (India) August 6 : Hosted by Dubai Based Indian Young Entrepreneur Mr.Gurusaran Sethupathy ~ Founder and CEO of Business Fair Magazine | GS Media & Events, Business fair diplomats summit and awards for the bilateral relations between more countries business opportunities and networking and  We are thrilled a momentous occasion, graced by our distinguished guests and dignitaries: Chief Guest & Guest of Honor Honorable Deputy Prime Minister of Timor-Leste, Shri Lumbaram Choudhary, Member of Parliament, Rajasthan, Shri Jitender Singh Shunty, Ex MLA Delhi, Padma Shri Awardee. Special Guests HE Harisoa Lalatiana Accouche, High Commissioner of Seychelles, HE Haymandoyal Dillum, High Commissioner of Mauritius, HE Ambassador Flemingo Duarte, Ambassador of Paraguay to India, HE Am...

Gujarat – The National Real Estate Development Council (NAREDCO), Gujarat, organised a seminar on 5 August 2024 at Grand Ilogia, Sindhubhan Road. Under the hostship of Chairman NK Patel, President Sureshbhai Patel, and Senior Vice President Yogeshbhai Bhavsar, the seminar ‘Real Estate and Budget’ was held, during which various experts provided in-depth information on the impact of the budget on the real estate sector.  Three well-known speakers presented information on the effects of the budget on real estate through three different topics: Mr Dhinalbhai Shah, CA, on Direct Tax; Mr Jigarbhai Shah, Advocate, on Indirect Tax; and Dr V.V. Patel on Corporate Structure in Real Estate. They provided detailed explanations on how the budget directly affects the construction sector. Topics covered ...

Vineet Verma, Director, Brigade Hospitality and Managing Director, World Trade Center, Bangalore takes charge as BCIC President; Mr. Prashant Gokhale, Managing Director, Buhler India Private Limited elevated to Sr VP BCIC Bengaluru (Karnataka) [India] August 5 : The Bangalore Chamber of Industry and Commerce (BCIC) held its 47th Annual General Meeting (AGM) in the city today. The event witnessed a transition of leadership as the incumbent president Dr. S Devarajan, Sr. Vice President, TVS Motor Company Limited handed over the reins to president designate Vineet Verma, Director, Brigade Hospitality and Managing Director, World Trade Center, in the presence of Shri D. K. Shivakumar, Hon’ble Deputy Chief Minister of Karnataka, Dr M R Jaishankar, Chairman, Brigade Group and other office bearer...