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Hindu prayer opened the Corpus Christi City Council meeting in Texas on November 11, containing verses from world’s oldest extant scripture. Distinguished Hindu statesman Rajan Zed delivered the invocation from ancient Sanskrit scriptures before the Corpus Christi City Council. After Sanskrit delivery, he then read the English interpretation of the prayers. Sanskrit is considered a sacred language in Hinduism and the root language of Indo-European languages. Zed, who is the President of Universal Society of Hinduism, recited from Rig-Veda, the oldest scripture of the world still in common use; besides lines…

Thiruvananthapuram: UST, a leading AI and technology transformation solutions company, has won two awards at the Indian CSR Awards 2025 in the categories of ‘Most Impactful Save Water Initiative of the Year’ and ‘Education, Health and Livelihood Initiatives for People with Disabilities (PWDs)’. This marks the fourth consecutive year that UST has been recognized at the Indian CSR Awards, underscoring the company’s long-term commitment to community-led, sustainable social impact. Since its inception in 1999, UST has been driven by its mission of Transforming Lives, implementing 127 projects across nine states and positively impacting over one…

H. Sheikha Bodour Bint Sultan Al Qasimi: “Sharjah’s cultural journey continues to bridge heritage and innovation, illuminating the world through knowledge, creativity, and human connection.” Chronicles Sharjah’s transformation through seven chapters on architecture, art, education, environment, literature, museums, and craftsmanship. Features landmarks such as Heart of Sharjah, House of Wisdom, Sharjah Mosque, and Mleiha National Park. Includes Sharjah’s global cultural milestones, including its UNESCO titles and the inscription of Faya Palaeolandscape as a World Heritage Site. Combines photography, research, and storytelling to reflect a city where heritage and innovation coexist.…

Thiruvananthapuram: On Kerala Piravi Day, Tata Tea Kannan Devan, a brand deeply rooted in the soil of Kerala, launched a cinematic brand film capturing the state’s breathtaking natural beauty, rich cultural heritage, and deep sense of pride. Alongside the film, Kannan Devan introduced immersive 3D anamorphic installations and innovative outdoor displays across major cities in Kerala. The installation at Lulu Mall, Thiruvananthapuram, brings symbolic elements from the brand film to life, offering visitors an awe-inspiring 3D experience of Kerala’s cultural icons. Meanwhile, the OOH (out-of-home) installations set up in Thiruvananthapuram,…

The remains of three people handed over to the Red Cross by Hamas this week are not those of Israeli hostages, Israel said on Saturday. The latest development could undermine the US-brokered agreement for a ceasefire between Israel and Hamas. The remains were handed over to the Red Cross after Israel returned the bodies of 30 Palestinians to Gaza on Friday. Earlier this week, the extremists handed over the remains of two hostages, which was a sign that the Israel-Hamas ceasefire agreement was moving towards an agreement. The remains of…

Washington:  The US has been under a government shutdown for nearly a month. Millions of families are awaiting government aid, but President Donald Trump is making headlines for his lavish construction projects. A massive new ballroom is being completed at the White House at a cost of $300 million, which has now drawn sharp criticism from former Vice President Kamala Harris. Harris said that while the country’s poor families are struggling, Trump is indulging in his royal desires using taxpayer money. This is grossly unfair. Not only the new ballroom,…

Washington:  US lawmakers have appealed to President Donald Trump to reconsider his order regarding H1-B visas, which includes a hefty fee of US$100,000. The lawmakers said that Indian citizens are central to America’s leadership in information technology and artificial intelligence, and such restrictive policies would negatively impact relations between the US and India. US House of Representatives member Jimmy Panetta, along with Congress members Ami Bera, Salud Carbajal and Julie Johnson, wrote to Donald Trump on Thursday, expressing concern over Trump’s announcement regarding the H1-B visa program, which, among other…

New Delhi: The constant stream of sealing notices from the Municipal Corporation of Delhi in Chandni Chowk has increased the tension among businesses. The situation is such that the issue of last week’s notices to shops had not yet settled when on Wednesday, new sealing notices were posted in the Katra Neel area. Businessmen are pleading for help from the MP, which has heated up the market. Businessmen are constantly pleading for help from the government and the local MP. It is being reported that the MP has formed a team of…

New Delhi: The Municipal Corporation of Delhi (MCD) has taken a major decision to curb the arbitrary collection of fees by parking contractors. As a pilot project, the MCD has implemented a QR code system at five parking lots. Anyone parking at any of the five parking lots will be required to scan the QR code and enter their vehicle details upon entering the parking lot. Afterward, when the vehicle is removed from the parking lot, the QR code must be scanned again. The hourly parking fee will then appear on…

Raipur:  Chhattisgarh is celebrating its 25th foundation day. The state is celebrating the state festival for five days. On the first day of the festival, Prime Minister Narendra Modi arrived in Raipur. Here, he inaugurated the newly constructed Shanti Shikhar Bhawan of the Brahma Kumari Institute in Sector 20 of Nava Raipur. Addressing the gathering, he said, “Development of the country comes from the development of the state… Following this mantra, we are engaged in the campaign to develop India. An organization like the Brahma Kumaris has a huge role…