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Time of India
a day ago
- Politics
- Time of India
Youth receive message of ‘dharma and karma' at inter-state youth exchange programme in Kurukshetra
Kurukshetra: Haryana sports minister Gaurav Gautam inaugurated the Inter-State Youth Exchange Programme 2025 at Kurukshetra University (KU), emphasising the spiritual and cultural significance of Kurukshetra. Tired of too many ads? go ad free now Over 600 youth delegates from 24 states gathered here for this cultural convergence, which will continue until July 25. The event is being organised under the initiative of Ek Bharat Shreshtha Bharat with the theme 'Unity in Diversity, Cultural Exchange and Youth Dialogue'. Speaking at the opening ceremony on Wednesday, minister Gautam said, "The youth of India will receive inspiration for righteous living and dedicated action from this sacred land, where Lord Krishna delivered the timeless message of the Gita. The relevance of that message is undiminished even today. It will guide our youth to play a pivotal role in transforming India into a developed nation by 2047." Organised by the department of youth empowerment & entrepreneurship and the department of skill development & industrial training, Haryana, the programme began with the ceremonial lamp lighting by dignitaries including principal secretary Rajeev Ranjan, director Captain Manoj, CM's advisor J S Nain, KU vice-chancellor Prof Somnath Sachdeva, and BJP leaders Tejendra Singh Goldy and Rahul Rana. On the opening day, the cultural carnival parade was a major highlight as participants adorned traditional attire representing their states, creating a colourful spectacle. The youth panchayat stall also drew considerable attention during the exhibition, which featured contributions from KU, ITIs, and other state departments. Minister Gautam extended greetings on the occasion of Maha Shivratri and the youth festival, stating that such platforms empower young minds with exposure to diverse languages, traditions, and cultures. Tired of too many ads? go ad free now "Under Prime Minister Narendra Modi's vision, India's youth are leading the country toward self-reliance, innovation, and global leadership," he said. Highlighting the impact of schemes like Startup India and the Mudra Yojana, Gautam said thousands of youth are becoming self-sufficient. "Haryana is leading in the sports sector, and our athletes are poised to bring glory to India on international platforms," he added. Principal secretary Rajeev Ranjan welcomed participants, noting that the event offered a rare opportunity for cultural exchange and mutual understanding. "Youth from across India are here as cultural ambassadors of their states and will carry the legacy of Kurukshetra back with them," he remarked. Director Captain Manoj shared that during the event, participants will also visit Kurukshetra's spiritual and tourist landmarks. The opening ceremony concluded with cultural performances by students of Chaudhary Devi Lal University and Geeta Kanya School, who presented Haryanvi folk dance and a Saraswati Vandana. The event also witnessed the presence of Kurukshetra DC Neha Singh, SP Nitish Aggarwal, KU registrar Virender Pal, additional director Rajkumar, principal Jagmohan, and other dignitaries. All guests were honoured with mementoes in recognition of their contributions.
Time of India
a day ago
- Politics
- Time of India
Youth to receive message of ‘Dharma and Karma' from land of Gita: Haryana sports minister Gaurav Gautam
KURUKSHETRA: Haryana sports minister Gaurav Gautam inaugurated the Inter-State Youth Exchange Programme 2025 at Kurukshetra University (KU), emphasizing the spiritual and cultural significance of Kurukshetra, the land of the Bhagavad Gita. Over 600 youth delegates from 24 states have gathered here for this cultural convergence, which will continue till July 25. Speaking at the opening ceremony on Wednesday, Minister Gautam said, 'The youth of India will receive inspiration for righteous living and dedicated action from this sacred land, where Lord Krishna delivered the timeless message of the Gita. The relevance of that message is undiminished even today. It will guide our youth to play a pivotal role in transforming India into a developed nation by 2047.' Organized by the Department of Youth Empowerment & Entrepreneurship and the Department of Skill Development & Industrial Training, Haryana, the programme began with the ceremonial lamp lighting by dignitaries including Principal Secretary Rajeev Ranjan, Director Captain Manoj, CM's Advisor J S Nain, KU Vice Chancellor Prof Somnath Sachdeva, and BJP leaders Tejendra Singh Goldy and Rahul Rana. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like The Safety Checklist Construction Teams Trust answerwizardy Learn More Undo On the opening day, the cultural carnival parade was a major highlight as participants adorned traditional attire representing their states, creating a colourful spectacle. The youth panchayat stall also drew considerable attention during the exhibition, which featured contributions from KU, ITIs, and other state departments. Minister Gautam extended greetings on the occasion of Maha Shivratri and the youth festival, stating that such platforms empower young minds with exposure to diverse languages, traditions, and cultures. 'Under Prime Minister Narendra Modi's vision, India's youth are leading the country toward self-reliance, innovation, and global leadership,' he said. Highlighting the impact of schemes like Startup India and the Mudra Yojana, Gautam said thousands of youth are becoming self-sufficient. 'Haryana is leading in the sports sector, and our athletes are poised to bring glory to India on international platforms,' he added. Principal Secretary Rajeev Ranjan welcomed participants, noting that the event offered a rare opportunity for cultural exchange and mutual understanding. 'Youth from across India are here as cultural ambassadors of their states and will carry the legacy of Kurukshetra back with them,' he remarked. Director Captain Manoj shared that during the event, participants will also visit Kurukshetra's spiritual and tourist landmarks. The opening ceremony concluded with cultural performances by students of Chaudhary Devi Lal University and Geeta Kanya School, who presented Haryanvi folk dance and a Saraswati Vandana. The event also witnessed the presence of Kurukshetra DC Neha Singh, SP Nitish Aggarwal, KU Registrar Virender Pal, Additional Director Rajkumar, Principal Jagmohan, and other dignitaries. All guests were honoured with mementoes in recognition of their contributions.
Mint
a day ago
- Entertainment
- Mint
ISKCON responds to YouTuber's chicken prank at group's veg eatery in London: If ‘Gita could be taught at schools….'
After a video of British YouTuber 'Cenzo' eating chicken from KFC inside ISKCON's vegetarian Govinda's Restaurant in London triggered public outrage, ISKCON London has said that if the Hindu holy book 'Gita could be taught at schools and universities', then such 'wanton acts of aggression against innocent persons" would stop. The incident took place last week at the popular pure vegetarian eatery. Cenzo, who is of African descent, entered the restaurant and asked if meat was served. Upon learning that it wasn't, he proceeded to eat his own KFC takeaway chicken meal at a table there. He even offered the chicken meal to nearby patrons and staff. The entire incident was captured on camera, and the video went viral on social media. Soon, Cenzo was removed from the restaurant by the staff. In an official statement released on July 20, ISKCON London said: 'If the truth of the Gita could be taught at the schools and universities then such wanton acts aggression against innocent persons would cease.' 'Every child should know that we are not these temporary material bodies and minds, rather we are eternal spirit souls and servants of the Supreme Personality of Godhead, Sri Krishna,' it said. Calling all living beings 'spiritual sparks' originating in the Supreme source, ISKCON said all lives are sacred and should be respected. It further said: 'We forgive and sincerely pray for the perpetrators of this undignified act, who due to ignorance are probably unaware or simply don't care about the pain they are causing by making such childish videos.' 'May they awaken to the divine consciousness of seeing all living beings as equal on the spiritual platform, to no longer judge and act based upon superficial considerations, to grow to appreciate the beauty of culture, tradition, moral values and the truth of scripture, and to understand that the real peace formula is in loving devotion to the Supreme,' ISKCON London added. Meanwhile, Cenzo issued an apology through a video. He claimed that he was unaware of the restaurant's religious links.
News18
2 days ago
- Business
- News18
In Pictures: Gita Gopinath, The Indian Mind Behind IMF's Global Economic Response
1/7 Gita Gopinath is an Indian-American economist and the first woman to serve as the First Deputy Managing Director of the International Monetary Fund (IMF). (ILLUSTRATION: NEWS18) Gita was the John Zwaanstra Professor of International Studies and Economics at Harvard, when she was offered a position at IMF. (Image: News18 Creative) 3/7 Over the years, Gita Gopinath has held several prestigious positions across esteemed organisations. (Image: News18 Creative) Prior to becoming a US citizen, Gita did her graduation and post-graduation from Delhi University. (Image: News18 Creative) Gita became a tenured professor at Harvard in the year 2010. Eight years later, she created history by becoming the first female chief economist at IMF. (Image: News18 Creative) From being chosen a Young Global Leader by World Economic Forum to being elected as a fellow of the American Academy of Arts and Sciences, her laurels are many. (Image: News18 Creative) 7/7
United News of India
3 days ago
- Business
- United News of India
Gita Gopinath set to leave IMF, will join Harvard economics faculty
New Delhi, July 22 (UNI) Gita Gopinath, First Deputy Managing Director (FDMD) at the IMF, will leave the organization at the end of August and rejoin Harvard University as the inaugural Gregory and Ania Coffey Professor of Economics. This announcement was made by Kristalina Georgieva, Managing Director of the International Monetary Fund (IMF). The International Monetary Fund is a global institution and specialized agency of the United Nations. It is headquartered in Washington D.C. Gita Gopinath joined the IMF in January 2019 and rose to the post of deputy managing director of the Fund in 2022. In her post on X, she said, 'I will now return to my roots in academia where I look to push the research journey in the domain of international finance and macroeconomics to tackle the ongoing economic challenges.' In making the announcement of Gita's departure from the IMF, MD Kristalina applauded her and highlighted her leadership qualities and commitment to the members and mission of the International Monetary Fund. Kristalina said, 'The analytical rigor of Gita Gopinath in framing the policies of international finance is extraordinary. Gita also played an instrumental role in monitoring the country's surveillance and Fund country programs, especially for Argentina and Ukraine,' she added Gita Gopinath was the first female Chief Economist in the history of the IMF. She has a rare combination of brilliance and humility. In her tenure of five years at the IMF, Gita led some initiatives, including the expansion of the Fund's work on the IPF or Integrated Policy Framework program. Gita also co-authored the Pandemic plan on how to deal with the COVID-19 crisis. After Gita stepped down from the IMF, there were multiple challenges across the fund amid economic uncertainties. The successor of Gopinath is yet to be announced. UNI SAS PRS
