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PM Modi’s call to promote domestic tourism – an opportunity for an improved focus on inbound tourism, attract global investment in building hotels to augment India’s foreign exchange earnings: HAI

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Trivandrum: The Hotel Association of India (HAI), the apex body of the Indian hospitality industry, has welcomed Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s recent call urging citizens to travel within the country instead of opting for overseas destinations for leisure, conferences, events, and weddings. While the initiative supports the conservation of foreign exchange during uncertain global economic conditions, it also creates a significant long-term opportunity to strengthen India’s inbound tourism economy and position the country among the world’s most attractive and preferred destination for business travel, tourism and MICE destination. At a…

Assam government takes major decision ahead of cabinet expansion, portfolios assigned to ministers

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Dispur: Administrative work has picked up pace in Assam following the formation of the new government. Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma has allocated portfolios among his four key cabinet ministers. The official list has been released after receiving approval from the Raj Bhavan. For now, the Chief Minister has retained several important portfolios, which may be assigned to new ministers during a future cabinet expansion. Four experienced leaders who took oath alongside the Chief Minister have been assigned portfolios based on their regional and social influence. Veteran BJP leader and…

IOC USA Hails Congress High Command’s Decision on Kerala Leadership

IOC USA

The Indian Overseas Congress (IOC USA) has warmly applauded the election of V. D. Satheesan as the next Chief Minister of Kerala and congratulated the Congress High Command for what it described as a prudent and farsighted decision that reflects the aspirations of the people of Kerala. In a statement issued on behalf of IOC USA, George Abraham said that Mr. Satheesan had emerged as the natural and most widely accepted choice for the leadership role following the United Democratic Front’s electoral victory. “Mr. Satheesan has long been viewed as…

North Jersey Leaders, Artists and Businesses Invited to Shape Region’s Cultural and Economic Future at Community Gathering on National Heritage Area Designation

Luhrs & Associates

A large regional gathering on June 3 in South Orange will engage stakeholders in a transformative development initiative. (Hackensack, New Jersey; May 12, 2026) – The Northern New Jersey Community Foundation (NNJCF) invites community leaders, business owners, artists, cultural organizations, and residents to participate in Community Conversation: National Heritage Area in New Jersey on June 3 from 6:15 to 7:45 p.m. at South Orange Performing Arts Center, 1 SOPAC Way, in downtown South Orange. Register at https://tinyurl.com/NJNHAJune for in-person or online (Zoom) participation. The event is free and open to the public, with refreshments…

UST contributes hearing aids to patients at National Institute of Speech & Hearing (NISH), Thiruvananthapuram

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Thiruvananthapuram, 14 May 2026: Continuing with its efforts towards extending a helping hand to the needy, the corporate social responsibility (CSR) initiative of leading AI and digital transformation solutions company UST has contributed hearing aids to the National Institute of Speech & Hearing (NISH), Thiruvananthapuram. The hearing aids, worth Rs. 2,36,000, were handed over to NISH, and they will be used to support patients with hearing impairments. The Thiruvananthapuram-based NISH is a comprehensive multi-purpose institute focusing on the identification, intervention, rehabilitation and education of individuals with disabilities. The institute has made…

From actor to Chief Minister, TVK Chief Vijay to take oath today

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Chennai: The clouds of uncertainty that have engulfed Tamil Nadu politics for the past several days have finally cleared, and the state is set to receive a new leadership. Thalapathy Vijay’s party, the Tamil Nadu Vetri Kazhagam (TVK), which emerged as the largest party after the elections, is now on the verge of forming a government with the support of other parties. The unconditional support of the DMK’s former allies, the VCK and the IUML, has intensified the buzz in the corridors of power, paving the way for Vijay to…

Congress active regarding CM selection, Kharge-Rahul took feedback from leaders

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New Delhi: Following Congress’s resounding victory in the Kerala Assembly elections, all eyes are now focused on the selection of the next Chief Minister. Intense brainstorming is underway within the party, but even after several rounds of meetings, no consensus has yet been reached on a single name. Senior leaders participated in a three-hour high-level meeting at Congress President Mallikarjun Kharge’s residence in Delhi, but the final decision has been withheld for now. Kharge and Rahul Gandhi have now been tasked with finalizing the Chief Minister’s name. Several senior leaders,…

Get a cool and classy look in the summer season with palazzos

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Looking cool and stylish this summer? 5 ways to drape your palazzo Balancing fashion and comfort during the summer season can be challenging, but palazzos have made this a breeze. Lightweight, airy, and trendy, they’ve become a favorite among college-age girls and working women alike. The palazzo’s greatest asset is its ability to create any ethnic or Western look you desire. If you too want to give your simple palazzo a glamorous makeover, then these 5 styling tips will come in handy: 5 Trendy Ways to Style Palazzos 1. A…

Choose these stunning cake designs to make your mother feel special

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Mother’s Day is a special occasion to express respect and love for every mother. To make this day memorable, children plan everything from gifts to surprise parties. But the celebration is incomplete without a spectacular cake on the table. Nowadays, people are opting for designs that are not only delicious but also stylish enough to make a splash on social media. If you’re looking for a unique and ‘Instagram-worthy’ cake for your mom, these trendy options might be just the thing for you: The most viral cake designs for Mother’s…

An Unexpected Mother with Gentle Hands: A Mother’s Day Reflection on Compassion, Care, and Quiet Strength: Laly Joseph

Laly Joseph

Margaret Ann Roan is a volunteer in our Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU) three days a week,every Tuesday and Thursday from noon to four and Friday from nine to one.  She walks in with a soft smile and two heavy bags in her hands. She is eighty-eight years old and still drives herself in her van. From the first day I met her, there was something about her that felt warm and familiar like comfort wrapped in human form. Our hospital has a Cuddler Programwhere trained volunteers hold premature or…