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 New Delhi: With the objective of connecting children and young people with Indian culture, the Sanskrit language, and the teachings of the Shrimad Bhagavad Gita, Padhe-Badhe Trust organized an All-India Online Shloka Recitation Competition on Sunday, based on Chapter 12 of the Bhagavad Gita, titled “Bhakti Yoga.”

Children and young participants from different parts of the country took part in the online competition with great enthusiasm. Participants showcased their talent through accurate Sanskrit pronunciation, confidence, and expressive recitation of the shlokas.

Participants from Lucknow, Gujarat, Surat, Pune, Chandigarh, Bengaluru, Sonipat and Ayodhya, among other places, joined the competition online. Through their recitations, they demonstrated their interest in and connection with India’s rich spiritual and cultural traditions.

According to the organizers, the objective of the competition was not limited to shloka recitation. It also aimed to create awareness among children and youth about Indian culture, the Sanskrit language, moral values and the teachings of the Bhagavad Gita. The initiative encouraged participants to understand the values contained in the Gita and apply them in their daily lives.

The online event witnessed enthusiastic and confident performances by the participants. Their accurate pronunciation and heartfelt presentation made the competition particularly meaningful. Parents and teachers also encouraged children to participate in such educational and culturally enriching activities.

Participants who performed exceptionally well will be presented with gifts and certificates of appreciation by Padhe-Badhe Trust. In addition, all participants will receive certificates of appreciation in recognition of their enthusiasm, efforts and participation.

The Trust expressed its gratitude to all the participating children and youth, their parents, teachers and everyone who supported the organization of the event. The Trust stated that such creative and meaningful initiatives play an important role in developing knowledge, values, discipline and confidence among children while strengthening their connection with India’s cultural roots.

Padhe-Badhe Trust further stated that it will continue to organize various programmes related to education, culture, Indian traditions and social development in the future. The initiatives aim to introduce the younger generation to India’s rich cultural and spiritual heritage and foster a positive outlook towards Indian values.

Organised by the Korea Global Foundation and co-hosted with the University of Delhi, the three-day forum seeks to provide a platform for examining contemporary geopolitical, geoeconomic and cultural transformations and exploring future-oriented cooperation, coexistence, peace and prosperity.

According to the organisers, the choice of New Delhi reflects India's growing significance in global affairs. The forum's background material describes India as a major power across economics, development, military affairs, geography, population, culture, history and diaspora, with the Indian diaspora also playing an influential role across several regions.

The forum comes at a time when strategic competition in the Indo-Pacific is intensifying, with major powers and regional countries increasingly focusing on economic, security and geopolitical interests in the region. The organisers highlight India's Act East Policy, its engagement with the Indo-Pacific and its role in platforms associated with the Global South, BRICS and the Shanghai Cooperation Organisation as important elements of the changing regional landscape.

The central discussions of the forum will cover a broad range of subjects, including Korea-India relations, the Indo-Pacific, the Korean Peninsula, international security, the global economy, multilateralism, the Global South, diaspora, culture and future international cooperation.

The opening sessions are scheduled to address the changing geopolitical order and India's role in the emerging international environment. The programme includes discussions on the status of Korea-China-Japan studies and education in India, India's future development, Korea-India relations and strategic solidarity in the Indo-Pacific era. It also features discussions on strengthening Korea-India diplomatic and economic partnerships in an era of multipolarity.

The forum will also devote substantial attention to the Korean Peninsula and security environment in Northeast Asia. Sessions will examine denuclearisation, nuclear self-reliance, inter-Korean relations, US-DPRK relations, North Korea's relations with China and Russia, and India's interests and strategic role on the Korean Peninsula.

Another major area of discussion will be peace, reconciliation and Korean unification. Speakers are scheduled to examine the role of multilateral groups and the Global South, India's perspective on Korean unification, economic engagement between the two Koreas, common security and the prospects for peace on the Korean Peninsula.

The international dimension of the forum will extend beyond the Korean Peninsula. Sessions will explore the evolving international order, the role of great and middle powers in the Indo-Pacific, India's and China's perspectives on global changes, relations between India, the EU and emerging powers, and possible reforms to global governance mechanisms. Scholars and experts from countries including South Korea, India, China, Russia, Italy, Spain, Kazakhstan, Uzbekistan, Kyrgyzstan and the United Kingdom are listed in the programme.

Economic cooperation will form another important component. Discussions will focus on economic security, fair trade, the political economy of BRICS and the Global South, Korea-India economic cooperation in the Indo-Pacific era, ASEAN political economy, and economic cooperation involving Russia and the DPRK.

The forum will also highlight the contribution of the Korean community and diaspora. Sessions will examine the Korean community in India and its economic and cultural contributions, the meaning and influence of diaspora in a global era, Korean diaspora literature, Indian diaspora and transnationalism, diasporic Koreans and their ethnic homeland, and Korean communities in Central Asia.

Culture and intellectual exchange will provide another dimension to the programme. Sessions include discussions on Rabindranath Tagore, Indian philosophy, culture and civilisation, K-Culture and K-Philosophy, migration and South-South cooperation, and the Gandhi-Nehru political philosophy framework.

The organisers describe the New Delhi forum as an effort to understand a changing world through geopolitical, geoeconomic and cultural perspectives while encouraging dialogue and cooperation among global opinion leaders. The broader objective is to share the vitality of changing societies and contribute towards a common vision for peace, stability and prosperity in world politics, diplomacy, military affairs, economy, technology, culture and diaspora affairs.

The 27th World Korea Forum in New Delhi is therefore expected to provide a significant platform for India-Korea dialogue and wider international exchange, while seeking to build bridges of public diplomacy and diaspora cooperation during a period of major global transition.

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India Korea, Vivek Sharma, CALCE Bharat, Korea Global Foundation, Indo Korea, WKF, New Delhi, University of Delhi, Department of East Asian Studies

  इंडोनेशिया के बडुंग शहर में 25 जुलाई से 5 अगस्त 2026 तक आयोजित होने वाली वर्ल्ड बूमरैंग चैंपियनशिप 2026 में भाग लेने के लिए भारतीय बूमरैंग टीम आज इंडोनेशिया रवाना हो गई। प्रस्थान से पूर्व टीम ने भारतीय जनता पार्टी के सांसद जगन्नाथ सरकार से शिष्टाचार भेंट कर उनका आशीर्वाद एवं शुभकामनाएं प्राप्त कीं।

इस अवसर पर सांसद जगन्नाथ सरकार ने खिलाड़ियों का उत्साहवर्धन करते हुए उन्हें विश्व प्रतियोगिता में उत्कृष्ट प्रदर्शन कर देश का नाम रोशन करने की शुभकामनाएं दीं।

बूमरैंग खेल मूल रूप से जनजातीय (ट्राइबल) संस्कृति से जुड़ा हुआ है। भारतीय टीम के आठ खिलाड़ियों में से चार खिलाड़ी आदिवासी समाज से हैं। इनमें पश्चिम बंगाल के अलीपुरद्वार निवासी भगवान दास टोप्पो भी शामिल हैं, जो इस प्रतियोगिता में भारत का प्रतिनिधित्व करेंगे।

खिलाड़ियों को प्रोत्साहित करने और उनके मनोबल को बढ़ाने के लिए इंडो बूमरैंग एसोसिएशन के चेयरमैन नितिन खरबंदा विशेष रूप से उपस्थित रहे और टीम को हरसंभव सहयोग का आश्वासन दिया। इस दौरान बूमरैंग खेल का आकर्षक प्रदर्शन (डेमोंस्ट्रेशन) भी आयोजित किया गया।

कार्यक्रम में एसोसिएशन के अध्यक्ष विवेक मॉन्ट्रूज, सचिव भावना त्यागी, डॉ. असित, उपाध्यक्ष शुभांशु सिंह, जितेंद्र कुमार सहित अनेक खेल प्रेमी एवं पदाधिकारी उपस्थित रहे।

भारतीय टीम के खिलाड़ी:

• विवेक मॉन्ट्रूज
• भगवान दास टोप्पो
• भावना त्यागी
• जय सिंह यादव
• यश शुक्ला
• बाला सुब्रह्मण्यम
• प्रभाकरन
• हरिओम सूर्यवंशी

टीम के चीफ डी मिशन के रूप में नितिन खरबंदा, डिप्टी चीफ डॉ. शुभांशु सिंह तथा लक्ष्मण पुरस्कार से सम्मानित रविकांत मिश्रा टीम के प्रबंधन की जिम्मेदारी संभालेंगे।

उल्लेखनीय है कि वर्ल्ड बूमरैंग चैंपियनशिप 2026 में दुनिया के लगभग 24 देशों के खिलाड़ी भाग ले रहे हैं। भारतीय टीम से इस प्रतिष्ठित अंतरराष्ट्रीय प्रतियोगिता में उत्कृष्ट प्रदर्शन की उम्मीद की जा रही है, जिससे देश को वैश्विक खेल मंच पर नई पहचान मिलेगी।

New Delhi, May 12, 2026: International Nurses Day was celebrated with great enthusiasm, dignity, and gratitude at the GIPMER Auditorium in New Delhi on Tuesday. The grand event was organized under the banner of the Nurses Association of GIPMER and witnessed the participation of nearly 500 nurses from various departments, making the occasion memorable and inspiring.

The celebration was attended by several distinguished personalities from the healthcare and social sectors. Dr. Puja Sakhuja, Director of GB Pant Hospital, graced the occasion as the Chief Guest. Smt. Vimal Rani, Nursing Superintendent, and Smt. Usha Rani were present as Special Guests and appreciated the dedication and hard work of nursing professionals.

Dr. Vipin Gaur, General Secretary of the Newspaper Association of India, and Sh. Vivek Sharma, Cultural Secretary of the Newspaper Association of India, attended the event as Guests of Honour. Both dignitaries praised the commitment, compassion, and tireless service of nurses towards society and patient care.

The event was organized under the leadership of Sh. Kapil Dharwal, President of the Nurses Association of GIPMER, and Sh. Devendra Kumar Jain, General Secretary. The organizing team received appreciation for conducting the event in a well-coordinated and grand manner.

During the ceremony, several nurses were honoured with the prestigious “Award of Excellence” for their exceptional contribution, dedication, and outstanding performance in healthcare services. The awards were presented by the Chief Guest and other dignitaries amid loud applause from the audience.

Addressing the gathering, Dr. Vipin Gaur said,
"Nurses are the backbone of our healthcare system. Their dedication, compassion, and selfless service towards humanity deserve the highest respect and recognition. Especially after the challenging times faced globally in recent years, the role of nurses has become even more inspiring and invaluable. International Nurses Day is not just a celebration but a tribute to the spirit of service and sacrifice shown by our nursing community."

Sh. Vivek Sharma also addressed the gathering and said,
"The Newspaper Association of India has been standing with the medical and nursing fraternity for the last six years. Even during the difficult COVID-19 pandemic, we extended support and assistance to many medical and nursing staff members who were tirelessly serving society during the crisis. Nurses are true warriors of humanity, and their contribution can never be forgotten."

Chief Guest Dr. Puja Sakhuja highlighted the critical role of nurses in strengthening the healthcare system and ensuring quality patient care. She emphasized that nurses are the true pillars of every hospital and healthcare institution.

The program featured cultural activities, motivational addresses, and felicitation ceremonies, creating an atmosphere of appreciation and unity among healthcare professionals. The celebration concluded with a message of respect and gratitude for the nursing fraternity, recognizing their unwavering commitment to society and healthcare services.

The event successfully reflected the spirit of service, compassion, teamwork, and dedication that nurses continue to uphold every day.

सूत्रों के मुताबिक नक्शा पास कराने, अवैध निर्माण मामलों में राहत दिलाने, कंप्लीशन सर्टिफिकेट जारी कराने, जमीन से जुड़े दस्तावेजों और अन्य प्रशासनिक कार्यों के नाम पर खुलेआम पैसों की मांग की जाती है। आरोप यह भी हैं कि विभाग के कुछ निचले स्तर के अधिकारियों और कर्मचारियों ने अलग-अलग कार्यों के लिए “रेट लिस्ट” तक तय कर रखी है। कई लोग डर और प्रताड़ना के कारण खुलकर सामने नहीं आ पा रहे, लेकिन अंदरखाने भ्रष्टाचार की चर्चाएं जोरों पर हैं।

विशेष रूप से गाजियाबाद के इंदिरापुरम क्षेत्र में ऐसे मामलों ने अब तूल पकड़ना शुरू कर दिया है। स्थानीय लोगों का आरोप है कि निर्माण, नक्शा स्वीकृति और संपत्ति से जुड़े मामलों में कथित तौर पर भारी स्तर पर उगाही की जा रही है। कई नागरिकों का कहना है कि बिना पैसे दिए सामान्य प्रशासनिक कार्य तक समय पर नहीं किए जाते, जिससे लोगों में भारी नाराजगी है।

इतना ही नहीं, कुछ लोगों ने आरोप लगाया है कि जब कथित रूप से मांगी गई रकम नहीं दी जाती, तब संबंधित कर्मचारी या बिचौलिए फोन पर अभद्र भाषा, गाली-गलौज और धमकी भरे अंदाज में बात कर लोगों को डराने और मानसिक दबाव बनाने का प्रयास करते हैं। इससे आम नागरिकों में भय और असुरक्षा का माहौल पैदा हो रहा है।

स्थानीय नागरिकों का कहना है कि भ्रष्टाचार की शिकायतें कई बार उच्च अधिकारियों तक पहुंचाई गईं, लेकिन कार्रवाई के बजाय मामलों को दबा दिया जाता है। इससे रिश्वतखोर कर्मचारियों के हौसले इतने बढ़ गए हैं कि उन्हें अब न कानून का डर दिखाई देता है और न ही शासन-प्रशासन का भय।

हाल ही में दिल्ली नगर निगम (MCD) के एक डिप्टी कमिश्नर समेत कई अधिकारियों को CBI द्वारा रिश्वत लेते हुए रंगे हाथ गिरफ्तार किए जाने के बाद गाजियाबाद में भी चर्चाएं तेज हो गई हैं। लोगों का कहना है कि यदि केंद्रीय एजेंसियां निष्पक्ष जांच करें तो GDA में भी बड़े स्तर पर भ्रष्टाचार का खुलासा हो सकता है। चर्चा यह भी है कि कुछ अधिकारी सत्ता और राजनीतिक संरक्षण के भरोसे खुलेआम उगाही में लगे हुए हैं।

सबसे बड़ा सवाल यह उठ रहा है कि मुख्यमंत्री योगी आदित्यनाथ की भ्रष्टाचार के खिलाफ “जीरो टॉलरेंस” नीति के बावजूद आखिर गाजियाबाद में यह खेल किसके संरक्षण में चल रहा है? क्या संबंधित अधिकारियों को सरकार और कानून का कोई भय नहीं रह गया है?

सामाजिक संगठनों, आरडब्ल्यूए और स्थानीय लोगों ने मुख्यमंत्री से मांग की है कि GDA में चल रहे कथित भ्रष्टाचार, रिश्वतखोरी और उगाही की उच्चस्तरीय जांच कराई जाए। लोगों का कहना है कि यदि समय रहते कार्रवाई नहीं हुई तो जनता का सरकारी संस्थाओं से भरोसा पूरी तरह खत्म हो जाएगा।

फिलहाल, इस पूरे मामले में GDA प्रशासन की ओर से कोई आधिकारिक बयान सामने नहीं आया है, लेकिन शहर में भ्रष्टाचार को लेकर लोगों का गुस्सा लगातार बढ़ता जा रहा है।

During a joint press statement, both leaders witnessed the exchange of several Memorandums of Understanding (MoUs). These agreements indicate a wide-ranging effort to enhance economic engagement and deepen cooperation in both emerging and established sectors.

Prime Minister Modi welcomed President Lee, describing his life as “an inspiring example of struggle, service, and dedication,” and stated that the visit represents an important step in further reinforcing the strategic partnership between the two democracies. Highlighting shared democratic values, Modi noted that the relationship is progressing from a trusted partnership toward a futuristic strategic alliance.

Trade Expansion and CEPA Upgrade

A major outcome of the summit was the decision to substantially increase bilateral trade. Both nations have set a goal to raise trade to $50 billion by 2030, nearly doubling the present volume of around $25–27 billion. To achieve this, the leaders agreed to upgrade the Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement (CEPA) within the coming year to better reflect evolving global trade trends.

Industrial Cooperation and Investment Boost

To further enhance industrial ties, Prime Minister Modi announced plans to develop dedicated Korean industrial townships in India. These townships are intended to support the entry and growth of South Korean companies, especially small and medium enterprises, by offering better infrastructure and regulatory assistance.

An Industrial Cooperation Committee will also be set up as a ministerial platform to strengthen business engagement and promote trade and investment between the two countries.

Financial and Economic Mechanisms

To support expanding economic relations, both sides announced the establishment of new institutional mechanisms. The India-Korea Financial Forum will help ensure smoother capital movement and boost investment partnerships, while an Economic Security Dialogue will focus on critical technologies and supply chain resilience.

Additionally, discussions were held on simplifying regulatory processes for micro, small, and medium enterprises (MSMEs), enabling smoother industrial cooperation and business activities.

India-Korea Digital Bridge

A key highlight of the summit was the launch of the “India-Korea Digital Bridge,” a long-term initiative aimed at strengthening cooperation in advanced technology sectors such as artificial intelligence, semiconductors, and information technology.

This initiative reflects the shared vision of both nations to build resilient supply chains and future-ready industries. Collaboration in areas like chip manufacturing, advanced technologies, and innovation ecosystems is expected to play a significant role in shaping the partnership.

Expanding Cultural and People-to-People Ties

Beyond economic and technological engagement, both leaders emphasised the importance of cultural and people-to-people connections. They noted the increasing popularity of Korean culture in India and identified films, animation, gaming, and entertainment as growing areas of engagement.

On cultural ties, the Prime Minister remarked, “India and Korea share cultural ties dating back thousands of years. The story of Princess Suriratna of Ayodhya and King Kim Suro of Korea from 2,000 years ago is our shared heritage.” He added, “Today, K-Pop and K-Dramas are becoming very popular in India. Similarly, the recognition of Indian cinema and culture is growing in Korea. We are delighted that President Lee himself is a fan of Indian cinema. To strengthen this cultural connect, we will organize the India-Korea Friendship Festival in 2028.”

Quoting Rabindranath Tagore, the Prime Minister concluded, “Nearly 100 years ago, India’s great poet, Gurudev Rabindranath Tagore, called Korea the ‘Lamp of the East.’ Today, Korea is a vital partner in realizing our resolve for a ‘Viksit Bharat 2047’ (Developed India 2047). Let us, through our partnership, pave the way for the progress and prosperity of both our countries and the entire world.”

Global and Strategic Cooperation

The leaders also exchanged views on regional and global developments, underlining the importance of stability and cooperation in the Indo-Pacific region. They agreed to deepen collaboration in areas such as green energy, critical technologies, and supply chain security.

Prime Minister Modi welcomed South Korea’s participation in global initiatives such as the International Solar Alliance and the Indo-Pacific Oceans Initiative, highlighting a shared commitment to sustainable development and environmental responsibility.

Vision for the Future

President Lee appreciated India’s development progress and its long-term growth vision, while both leaders reaffirmed their commitment to building a forward-looking partnership. The visit, the first by a South Korean president to India in over eight years, is being regarded as a major milestone in bilateral relations.

The summit concluded with Prime Minister Modi accepting an invitation to visit South Korea in the near future, indicating continued high-level engagement between the two nations.

With expanded engagement across economic, technological, cultural, and strategic domains, India and South Korea have laid the groundwork for a deeper and more comprehensive partnership in the coming years.

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