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Time of India
3 days ago
- Politics
- Time of India
Dr Vinusha Reddy Selected for US IVLP programme on women in politics
Vijayawada: BJP announced that Dr Vinusha Reddy, the official spokesperson of BJP Andhra Pradesh unit, was selected for the US Department of State's International Visitor Leadership Program (IVLP) under the theme "Women in Politics and Civic Society. Tired of too many ads? go ad free now " Dr Reddy is the only Indian participant in this year's multi-regional cohort, which includes 20 women leaders from countries such as Japan, Germany, Poland, Argentina, Ukraine, Bulgaria, Jordan, Singapore, Lebanon, Iraq, South Africa, and Taiwan. The program will take place from Aug 11 to 30. The IVLP is the US State Department's premier exchange program for emerging global leaders. Since its inception in 1940, it has hosted over 500 heads of state and Nobel laureates. Dr Reddy expressed her appreciation, stating, "I am honoured to be selected for this program. I thank the BJP for the platform and support it has provided me since I joined the party. This recognition reflects the growing global engagement of emerging Indian leaders." Dr Reddy regularly represents the BJP in national and regional media debates and is among the prominent women political voices from South India. She previously represented India at the BRICS Political Dialogue Plus Parties Summit in South Africa (2023) and is the author of "India Before and After 2014: Why Bharat Needs BJP. "
The Hindu
4 days ago
- Politics
- The Hindu
A.P. BJP spokesperson Vinusha Reddy selected for IVLP
BJP State spokesperson Vinusha Reddy has been selected as the Indian delegate for the prestigious International Visitor Leadership Program (IVLP), a professional exchange programme funded by the U.S. Department of State. The IVLP, established in 1940, is a foundational exchange programme designed by the U.S. to introduce emerging global leaders to their American counterparts and to U.S. society and culture. She was officially selected and invited by the U.S. Embassy in New Delhi to attend the programme. Ms. Vinusha Reddy made the announcement in the presence of former Rajya Sabha member and senior leader T.G. Venkatesh, Adoni MLA P.V. Pardhasaradhi in Kurnool on Monday. The 2025 IVLP will be held from August 9 to 30 on the theme 'Women in Politics and Civil Society'. Emerging leaders from 20 nations across different regions like Japan, Germany, Poland, Argentina, South Africa, Taiwan, Ukraine, Bulgaria, Singapore, Iraq, Palestine and Lebanon will also attend the programme, which includes civic engagement across multiple cities in the U.S.. Ms. Vinusha Reddy will visit Washington D.C., Boston, Massachusetts, Manchester and Concord, New Hampshire, Columbia, South Carolina, and Salt Lake City, Utah. The programme includes meetings with U.S. policymakers, women leaders, and civil society organisations to discuss initiatives promoting equal pay, fair treatment, and women leadership in political and civic spheres. The IVLP alumni in India include the present Prime Minister Narendra Modi and also former Prime Ministers Atal Bihari Vajpayee and Indira Gandhi. 'I am truly humbled to be selected for this global programme. It reflects India's growing leadership in promoting women's participation in governance under the visionary leadership of Prime Minister Modi. I thank the BJP for giving me a platform, mentoring, and offering opportunities at every step since I joined the party. It reflects the way BJP nurtures new voices, especially women leaders, and promotes our global engagement rooted in Indian values,' Ms. Vinusha Reddy said.
Hans India
4 days ago
- Politics
- Hans India
BJP's Dr. Vinusha Reddy was chosen as sole Indian delegate for the prestigious US leadership exchange program
Kurnool: Dr. Vinusha Reddy, BJP spokesperson from Andhra Pradesh, has been officially selected by the US Embassy in New Delhi as the only Indian delegate for the 2025 International Visitor Leadership Program (IVLP) — the US State Department's premier exchange initiative for emerging global leaders. The program, running from August 9 to August 30, will focus on the theme 'Women in Politics and Civil Society,' with participation from representatives of 20 countries including Japan, Germany, Argentina, Ukraine, South Africa, and Taiwan. During the program, Dr. Reddy and fellow delegates will travel across multiple American cities — including Washington D.C., Boston, Manchester and Concord (New Hampshire), Columbia (South Carolina), and Salt Lake City (Utah) — engaging with U.S. lawmakers, civic organizations, and women leaders. Key components of the itinerary include a leadership workshop by Gallup, a session with the Congressional Caucus for Women's Issues, and policy discussions with organizations advocating for equal pay and gender parity in political life. A medical practitioner and author, Dr. Vinusha Reddy runs a hospital in Kurnool and penned the acclaimed book 'India Before & After 2014: Why Bharat Needs BJP?' She also represented India at the 2023 BRICS Political Parties Plus Dialogue Summit in South Africa, where she played a pivotal role in drafting the summit resolution alongside BJP leader Annamalai Kuppusamy. Her IVLP selection comes as India intensifies focus on women's representation, with the central government's proposed 33% reservation for women in the 2029 Lok Sabha and assembly elections. Speaking to The Hans India ahead of her visit, Dr. Reddy expressed gratitude to the BJP and Prime Minister Narendra Modi for championing women's leadership. 'This is not just a personal honour but a recognition of the BJP's commitment to empowering new voices, especially women,' she said. With former Indian IVLP alumni including Indira Gandhi, Atal Bihari Vajpayee, Morarji Desai, and Prime Minister Modi, Dr. Reddy joins a prestigious legacy of Indian leaders contributing to global dialogue and diplomacy.
Observer
31-05-2025
- Politics
- Observer
Oman at persons with disabilities programme in US
NEW YORK: The Sultanate of Oman participated in the International Visitor Leadership Program (IVLP) for Persons with Disabilities in New York City, USA. The Sultanate of Oman's participation comes in confirmation of its commitment to supporting the rights of persons with disabilities and enhancing their capabilities. The participation brought together a group of leaders and practitioners in the field of disability representing several institutions, including the Ministry of Social Development, the Ministry of Higher Education, Research and Innovation, and the Ministry of Justice and Legal Affairs, as well as a number of persons with disabilities. It aimed to learn about the American experience in providing programmes and services for persons with disabilities, exchange ideas and experiences, and learn about policies and legislation in place to promote the rights of this group. It also aimed to raise awareness and exchange knowledge between Omani experts and their international counterparts in this field. The programme included a series of workshops and dialogue sessions with experts specialising in the affairs of persons with disabilities, providing participants with the opportunity to develop practical strategies to improve the quality of life for this group in their communities. — ONA
Time of India
13-05-2025
- Health
- Time of India
PGIMER's Ravindra Khaiwal named among world's top researchers
1 2 3 Chandigarh: Ravindra Khaiwal , a distinguished faculty member from the department of community medicine and School of Public Health at the Postgraduate Institute of Medical Education and Research ( PGIMER ), Chandigarh, has been recognised as a 2024 highly ranked scholar by ScholarGPS, a globally respected platform for evaluating academic coveted recognition places Prof Khaiwal among the top 0.05% of scholars worldwide, reflecting his exceptional contributions to public health, environmental monitoring , climate change, and air pollution to the ScholarGPS 2024 global rankings, Khaiwal ranks 1st in North India, 21st worldwide in environmental monitoring, 16th in air pollution, 36th in pollution, 40th in general public health and 174th in public pioneering research has significantly influenced environmental and health policy, addressing some of the most pressing global challenges. His work has helped shape national strategies to combat air pollution and climate-related health risks, fostering collaboration between scientific, environmental, and public health over 170 peer-reviewed publications, more than 17,000 citations, and an impressive h-index of 61, Khaiwal is widely regarded as one of India's leading environmental health scientists. His earlier recognition by Stanford University as being among the top 1% of global environmental scientists — with a #1 rank in India and #130 globally in meteorology and atmospheric science — further underscores his academic his career, Khaiwal has received numerous national and international accolades, including finalist, Elsevier NASI-SCOPUS Young Scientist Award (2014); International Visitor Leadership Program (IVLP) fellowship by the US Department of State (2018); PN Raju Oration Award, ICMR (2019) and Presidential Award, Indian Association of Preventive & Social Medicine (IAPSM) (2021).ScholarGPS evaluates more than 30 million scholars globally, ranking them across 14 fields, 177 disciplines, and over 350,000 specialties based on objective, quantitative indicators such as publication volume, citation impact, and latest recognition is not only a personal achievement but also a testament to PGIMER's commitment to promoting impactful, world-class research in public health and environmental congratulated Khaiwal on this prestigious honour and reaffirmed its dedication to advancing research that drives positive change in public health and environmental sustainability.
