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28 Sep

From Inspiration to Community: Bold Ideas Resonate at TEDxKnowledgeumAcademyYouth 2025

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TEDxKnowledgeumAcademyYouth 2025 concluded on Saturday, 27th September, bringing together 14 diverse speakers who shared powerful stories and insights under the theme "Visible. Possible. - Unfold Ideas Make them possible". Hosted at Knowledgeum Academy, one of Bengaluru's leading IB World Schools, backed by the JAIN Group, the independently organised TEDx event created a space where young audiences engaged with ideas that challenged, inspired, and ignited reflection. Staying true to a community-led narrative, the event highlighted voices and perspectives rooted in local experiences while connecting them to global conversations. Knowledgeum Academy hosts youth voices that spark fresh perspectives on global and local…

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28 Sep

Rivers Rise Again: The Art of Living’s Journey of Rejuvenation

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A river never truly dies. Beneath cracked beds and parched banks, it waits - for rain, for care, for people to act. When communities come together with vision and dedication, rivers flow again, aquifers breathe, and fields turn green. The desilting of the Mauda river benefitted 2,00,000+ people across several villages At the centre of this movement is Gurudev Sri Sri Ravi Shankar's vision - that caring for nature is caring for life itself. Under his guidance, The Art of Living Social Projects has ignited one of India's largest people-led water revival initiatives. From Tamil Nadu's plains to Karnataka's highlands,…

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28 Sep

ICCPL Group Honoured as Best Place To Work by HT Media

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Integrated Centre for Consultancy Pvt. Ltd. (ICCPL Group) has been honoured for its exemplary workplace culture and has received the 'Best Place to Work under MSME' award at the prestigious Bharat Nirman Awards 2025, hosted by HT Media Group. ICCPL Group Honoured as Best Place To Work by HT Media This accolade aligns perfectly with the Group's philosophy. The organisation has always believed that people are the core drivers of its success. Campaigns succeed, innovations thrive, and client relationships deepen because employees feel motivated, valued, and empowered. Being honoured as the 'Best Place to Work' underscores ICCPL's people-first culture, reinforcing…

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28 Sep

Canada Eyes Skilled Tech Talent as U.S. H-1B Visa Costs Soar Under Trump Order

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Toronto/London (Rajeev Sharma): With the United States imposing hefty new fees on the H-1B visa program, Canada sees a fresh opportunity to attract global tech workers, particularly those who now face higher financial and bureaucratic hurdles in America. Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney, speaking at an event in London on Saturday, hinted that Ottawa may soon roll out a more targeted immigration strategy aimed at welcoming professionals affected by the U.S. visa policy shift. “There’s now a real chance to bring in talent that might have previously gone to the U.S. under the H-1B program,” Carney told Bloomberg. “Many of…

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28 Sep

Punjabi Singer Rajvir Jawanda Fights for Life After Serious Road Crash in Himachal

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Mohali (Gurpreet Singh): Punjabi music star Rajvir Jawanda is in a critical condition at Fortis Hospital in Mohali after a devastating road accident in Baddi, Himachal Pradesh. The 30-year-old singer was placed on ventilator support shortly after being admitted on Saturday, following multiple injuries sustained to his head and spine. According to hospital authorities, his condition remains unchanged and life-threatening. Although some vital signs, like blood pressure, have shown slight improvement, doctors say the next 24 hours are crucial in determining whether his condition stabilizes. The Accident: Sudden Encounter With Stray Animals The incident occurred on the Pinjore-Nalagarh Road, where…

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28 Sep

Punjab Bakes Under Unseasonal Heatwave: Mansa Records Highest Temperature at 38.3°C

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Chandigarh (National Times): Unrelenting heat continues to sweep across Punjab as temperatures in both day and night remain significantly above average. With the mercury climbing steadily, weather officials confirm that the current conditions are nearly 2.5°C warmer than the seasonal norm, a concerning trend as the region typically begins to cool by late September. The district of Mansa has emerged as the epicenter of this heatwave, posting a scorching 38.3°C — the highest in the state over the past 24 hours. The spike follows a statewide temperature increase of 1.3°C in just one day. Nights No Cooler: Minimum Temperatures Unusually…

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27 Sep

B.C. Government, Public Sector Union to Resume Negotiations Monday; Picket Lines to Stay in Place

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Victoria (Rajeev Sharma): Talks between the British Columbia government and the B.C. General Employees' Union (BCGEU) are set to resume on Monday after nearly two months of stalled negotiations. Despite the renewed dialogue, striking public service workers will continue to picket outside government offices and provincial liquor outlets. Finance Minister Brenda Bailey confirmed late Thursday that the province’s Public Service Agency extended a formal invitation to the union to return to the bargaining table. Speaking on Friday, Bailey reaffirmed the government’s goal of reaching a fair deal that balances worker needs with the province's fiscal limits. “We remain committed to…

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27 Sep

Banking Boldly: India’s Play for Global Glory

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India's banking sector is not just growing-it's growing with purpose. This was the key takeaway from the CNBC-TV18 3rd Banking Transformation Summit, presented by Nucleus Software, where regulators, bank leaders, and fintech innovators convened to chart the sector's future. 3rd Banking Transformation Summit 2025 RBI Deputy Governor M. Rajeshwar Rao highlighted the sector's resilience and growth: India's banking sector has demonstrated strong resilience and growth, with credit expanding at an average of 10.5% over the last five years. Addressing a gathering of banking sector experts and leaders at a banking summit Rao informed that retail lending now constitutes 32% of…

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27 Sep

How to Use an XIRR Calculator for Tracking Mutual Fund Returns

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When you invest in mutual funds through SIPs, lump sums, or withdrawals at different times, calculating actual returns may not be straightforward. Simply looking at the Net Asset Value (NAV) does not always show the true outcome of your cash flows. This is where an XIRR calculator may help. By factoring in the exact dates and amounts of each investment and redemption, it provides an annualised rate of return that reflects your real experience as an investor. Using an XIRR calculator may help track mutual fund returns The calculator is an aid, not a prediction tool. It may provide only…

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27 Sep

Purana Qila To Host First-of-its-Kind Cultural Evening organised by Sabhyata Foundation

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Sabhyata Foundation, a Smarak Sarathi, under Government of India's 'Adopt a Heritage 2.0' initiative, is set to host a unique cultural evening at the iconic Purana Qila today. Supported by the Ministry of Culture and the Archaeological Survey of India, the initiative aims to enhance visitor experiences while transforming a historic monument into a vibrant cultural hub. The celebration will be graced by Shri Vinai Kumar Saxena, Hon'ble Lieutenant Governor of Delhi, as the Chief Guest and Shri Vivek Aggarwal, IAS, Secretary, Ministry of Culture, Government of India, as Guest of Honour in the presence of other distinguished dignitaries. Purana…

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