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See - Sada Elbalad
30-01-2025
- Politics
- See - Sada Elbalad
Indian Embassy in Egypt Celebrates 76th Republic Day of India
Embassy of India, Cairo celebrated 76th Republic Day of India on 26th January, 2025 to mark the adoption of the Constitution in the year 1950. The day holds its importance in establishment of democratic values and freedom from the British made laws. On this auspicious occasion, the celebrations started in the morning with great zeal and patriotic fervor with unfurling the Tiranga (national flag) at India House by the Charge d' Affairs, Mrs. C. Sushma in the presence of the members of Indian community and friends of India in Egypt. She shared the excerpts of the address by the President of India on the eve of the Republic Day, highlighting India's remarkable progress, resilience and steadfast commitment to the values enshrined in Indian constitution. Cd'A also expressed her views and sentiments on the day of pride for every Indian as was visible in the enthusiasm of the gathering. The winners of the 'Bharat ko Janiye quiz' - initiative to inspire the diaspora and friends of India to engage closely with India - were also facilitated during the event. An unique effort was made to underscore India's commitment for sustainability in every aspect of life under the LiFE campaign by distributing the pin flags having hidden seeds with printed instruction to plant it after use, bringing everyone's attention towards 'Ek Ped Ma Ke Naam' (one tree in the honor of mother) which is successfully approaching plantation of 1400 trees for a greener future. The vibrant cultural performances of Kuchipudi and patriotic songs, infused energy into the event and were performed by the members of the community - showcasing India's rich heritage and their connect with Indian roots. The children of the Embassy official also presented a beautiful medley dance performance on patriotic songs. The event concluded with flavors of Indian cuisine making it a memorable day for all present. The celebrations extended till the evening with a gala reception organised in the ballroom of Sofitel Hotel, Zamalek to celebrate this historic day. Charge d' Affairs, Mrs. C. Sushma welcomed the Chief Guest, H.E. Dr. Amr Talaat, Minister of Communications and Information Technology, who was representing Prime Minister of Egypt, other dignitaries of Government of Egypt, esteemed representatives of International Organizations, representatives of Indian companies, distinguished members of Indian Community and diplomatic corps, who graced the event by their presence. In her speech, Mrs. C. Sushma while conveying deep appreciation to the Govt of Egypt for the best wishes on the significant occasion, she also mentioned the immense potential for stronger ties across various pillars of engagement between India and Egypt. She expressed her satisfaction at the momentum of the bilateral relations, culminating into Strategic Partnership sparking new energy into the engagements across the various sectors. While wishing Indian community on Republic Day, H.E. Dr. Amr Talaat highlighted the civilizational linkages and shared historical experiences between the two nations. He also mentioned deepening collaboration in IT and digital technologies apart from various avenues for closer ties. He referred to significant growth in bilateral trade and Indian investment in various sectors in Egypt. He concluded his speech with lines from a poem by Ahmed Shawki, honoring Gandhi, India and its legacy, illustrating the deep cultural connections between the two nations. The event culminated into the mesmerizing cultural performances by the students of the Maulana Azad Centre for Indian Culture showcasing rich tapestry of Indian art and culture. The show stopper performance of a patriotic song by Ms Kariman, the Egyptian young woman, relected the essence of India's diverse heritage as well as vibrant cultural exchanges between India and Egypt.


Observer
28-01-2025
- Entertainment
- Observer
Embassy marks Republic Day of India
MUSCAT: Embassy of India hosted a grand reception to celebrate the 76th Republic Day of India at its premises on Monday. The event witnessed an enthusiastic participation of over 1,000 attendees, including distinguished Ambassadors, Defense Attachés, Diplomats, and esteemed members of the Omani and Indian community. Qais bin Mohammed al Yousef, Minister of Commerce, Industry, and Investment Promotion of Oman, graced the occasion as the Chief Guest. He was accompanied by an official high-level delegation from the Sultanate of Oman. Piyush Goyal, Minister of Commerce and Industry, Government of India, was the Special Guest for the occasion. Goyal is on an official visit to Oman to co-chair the 11th India-Oman Joint Commission Meeting with Al Yousef. Goyal, in his remarks, spoke about India's extraordinary progress under the visionary leadership of Prime Minister Narendra Modi. He emphasised India's growing global stature and highlighted the partnership between India and Oman as a shining example of collaboration. In his address, Amit Narang, Ambassador of India to Oman, highlighted the remarkable progress in India-Oman relations post-pandemic. He referred to the landmark visit of His Majesty Sultan Haitham bin Tarik to India, Oman's active participation in the G20 under India's Presidency, and the rapid growth in bilateral trade, defense cooperation, cultural collaboration, and people-to-people ties. The cultural highlight of the evening was a unique musical performance titled 'Sur Sandook', a vibrant India-Oman jukebox. This performance featured the skilled Omani violinist Nasser al Kindi alongside the Team Melam Muscat, whose energetic Chenda Melam celebrated Kerala's cultural richness. Together, they delivered enthralling renditions of popular Indian songs, leaving the audience captivated. A specially designed selfie zone featuring life-sized replicas of India's iconic landmarks like the Konark Wheel and Hawa Mahal offered the participants an opportunity to capture the spirit of India's rich heritage.

Times of Oman
28-01-2025
- Business
- Times of Oman
Indian embassy hosts reception to mark Republic Day
Muscat: Embassy of India hosted a grand reception on 27 January 2025 to celebrate the 76th Republic Day of India. The event witnessed an enthusiastic participation of over 1,000 attendees, including distinguished ambassadors, defence attachés, diplomats, and esteemed members of the Omani and Indian community. Qais bin Mohammed Al Yousef, Minister of Commerce, Industry, and Investment Promotion of the Sultanate of Oman, graced the occasion as the Chief Guest. He was accompanied by an official high-level delegation from the Sultanate of Oman. The embassy was deeply honoured to have Piyush Goyal, Minister of Commerce and Industry, Government of India, as the Special Guest for the occasion. Piyush Goyal is on an official visit to Oman to co-chair the 11th India-Oman Joint Commission Meeting with Qais bin Mohammed Al Yousef. Piyush Goyal, in his remarks, spoke about India's extraordinary progress under the visionary leadership of Prime Minister Narendra Modi. He emphasised India's growing global stature and highlighted the partnership between India and Oman as a shining example of collaboration. In his address, Amit Narang, Ambassador of India to the Sultanate of Oman, highlighted the remarkable progress in India-Oman relations post-pandemic. He referred to the landmark visit of His Majesty Sultan Haitham bin Tarik to India, Oman's active participation in the G20 under India's Presidency, and the rapid growth in bilateral trade, defence cooperation, cultural collaboration, and people-to-people ties. The cultural highlight of the evening was a unique musical performance titled 'Sur Sandook', a vibrant India-Oman jukebox. This performance featured the skilled Omani violinist Nasser Al Kindi alongside the Team Melam Muscat, whose energetic Chenda Melam celebrated Kerala's cultural richness. Together, they delivered enthralling renditions of popular Indian songs, leaving the audience captivated. A specially designed selfie zone featuring life-sized replicas of India's iconic landmarks like the Konark Wheel and Hawa Mahal offered the participants an opportunity to capture the spirit of India's rich heritage. The 76th Republic Day celebration truly reflected India's cultural richness and the enduring friendship between India and Oman.


Rudaw Net
28-01-2025
- Politics
- Rudaw Net
India says education ties with Kurdistan Region ‘strengthening'
Also in Kurdistan Four killed in Sulaimani drone attack Sulaimani security forces arrest Ranya shooting suspect Several earthquakes hit Sulaimani province Turkey-PKK clashes inflict significant damage on Duhok villages A+ A- ERBIL, Kurdistan Region - The Indian consul general to Erbil on Monday praised his country's 'strengthening' cooperation with the Kurdistan Region and highlighted available scholarship opportunities for the Region's students. 'The relationship between India and the Kurdistan Region in the field of education is strengthening. We have been providing scholarships to the students. Every year, there are many scholarships for the undergraduate, graduate, as well as master's, or PhD level,' Indian Consul General to Erbil Madan Gopal told Rudaw. The Indian Consulate General was celebrating India's 76th Republic Day in Erbil, and representatives from the Kurdistan Regional Government (KRG) were in attendance. A delegation from the @KurdistanRegion, headed by @Fawzi_Hariri and @DrNooriRahman attended India's 76th Republic Day celebration organized by the @IndiaInErbil, emphasizing the need to strengthen relations and cooperation between the Kurdistan Region and India. — KRP Media (@MediaKRP) January 28, 2025 Gopal touched on the available Indian Technical and Economic Cooperation (ITEC) scholarship for the Kurdistan Region's students in India annually. The consulate also planted 76 trees to commemorate the country's 76th Republic Day. 'I am very happy to connect with this event of plantation drive on our happy occasion of the 76th Republic Day of India. We planted 76 plants today and engaged with students. We are happy that we are doing something which is good for the environment, good for society, and good for all human beings,' Gopal said. Thousands of Indians live in the Kurdistan Region and work in various sectors. The country has a consulate in Erbil.


Muscat Daily
27-01-2025
- Business
- Muscat Daily
Lulu unveils INDIA UTSAV 2025
Muscat – LuLu Oman launched 'India Utsav' 2025 to coincide with the 76th Republic Day of India as well as to highlight the close ties between Oman and India. The week-long festival, which will be held from January 26 to Feb 2, 2025, will showcase the rich and diverse culture, heritage, traditions and regional flavors of India. The event was inaugurated at Lulu Hypermarket at Darsait by H.E. Amit Narang, the Ambassador of India to the Sultanate of Oman, in the presence of a host of officials from the Indian community, LuLu dignitaries and customers. From fresh food and grocery to lifestyle and fashion, the 'India Utsav' festival will offer customers a unique opportunity to experience Indian extravaganza in every section. There will also be amazing promotions and offers on a wide range of Indian products on display. Selected brands of Home appliances and home furnishing are also featured as part of this promotion. The festival will enable customers to savor the real taste of India's finest dishes and enjoy a wonderful culinary experience. Shoppers can experience the genuine flavors of India in a variety of dishes that speak for themselves in terms of the authenticity and the rich history of India. There will be special stalls for customers to savor a selection of melt-in-the-mouth Indian sweets and snacks. In his speech during the event, H.E. Amit Narang lauded LuLu's initiative in organizing the Indian festival in Oman. 'It is a very special occasion for every Indian citizen to be part of this event and LuLu has taken a major step in not only promoting Indian products in Oman but also enhancing trade and cultural relations between the two countries,' he added. Speaking during the press conference, Shabeer K A, Regional Director – Lulu Hypermarkets, Oman, stated, 'We are glad to organize the 'India Utsav 2025' to showcase the beauty and diversity of Indian culture. It is also an opportunity for us to foster the cultural ties between Oman and India and strengthen and enrich the longstanding bilateral relations between the two countries. We have flown in many exclusive Indian products from our network of food processing and logistics centers across India as part of the festival,' he added. The festival being held across the outlets of Lulu Hypermarkets in Oman, will showcase a wide range of food products, fresh fruits and vegetables, as well as meat and seafood. Various food items, including organic fruits, vegetables, millets, and other plant-based protein products that are suitable for vegans will also be available. A huge range of authentic specialties, desserts, and street food delicacies will be offered in the hot food section. Shoppers can grab trendy fashion garments as well as a unique collection of designer wear suitable for festivals and weddings for a complete Indian culture experience. In order to enhance the overall shopping experience, customers will be offered samples of a variety of Indian cuisine throughout the festival period. The 'India Utsav' festival is an opportunity for Lulu customers to explore the incredible products, culinary delights, and cultural glimpses that India has to offer. India Utsav promotions will also be available online for shoppers to avail offers and special discounts on products during the festival.