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Ranjeeta Priyadarshini’s Strategic Visit to Telangana Garners Strong Support for Paid Period Leave Policy Hyderabad, Telangana

Ranjeeta Priyadarshini Telangana Visit Gains Strong Backing for Paid Period Leave Policy Hyderabad, Telangana | October 29, 2025 — In a landmark advocacy mission, Ranjeeta Priyadarshini, global champion for menstrual equity and architect of India’s Paid Period Leave (PPL) movement, visited Telangana for three days to engage with political leaders, business houses, and civil society […]

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Shree Jagannathanka NABAKALEBAR: Global Odia Movie Celebrating Lord Jagannath, Culture & Heritage

Shree Jagannathanka NABAKALEBAR | exploretimes

A Heartfelt Experience of Service to Lord Jagannath From the pen of Sanjay Kumar Dalai It is a pure bliss to be part of this grand movement celebrating Odisha’s culture, heritage, and devotion through the power of cinema. The journey continues. Shree Jagannathanka NABAKALEBAR – The first Odia movie to reach maximum global screens across

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Odia Diplomat Dinesh K. Patnaik Appointed India’s High Commissioner to Canada — A Proud Moment for Odisha

August 28, 2025 — New Delhi In a major diplomatic development and a moment of pride for Odisha, senior diplomat Dinesh Kumar Patnaik, a 1990-batch officer of the Indian Foreign Service (IFS), has been appointed as India’s next High Commissioner to Canada. The announcement was officially made by the Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) on

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CIBC Run for the Cure 2025

A heartfelt collaboration between the Canadian Cancer Society and one of Canada’s top banks, CIBC, the CIBC Run for the Cure is an inspiring annual event that unites communities across the nation in the fight against breast cancer. Thousands of participants join hands every year to raise awareness and funds for cancer research, treatment, and

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Union Sports Minister Dr. Mansukh Mandaviya, MoS Smt. Raksha Khadse review Final Preparations for World Para Athletics Championships 2025 at JLN Stadium

Inspection Visit New Delhi, September 23: With just two days to go for the first-ever World Para Athletics Championships 2025 in the capital, Union Minister for Youth Affairs and Sports Dr. Mansukh Mandaviya on Tuesday visited the JLN Stadium to oversee final preparations for the marquee event. It marks a new chapter in India’s ability

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Fit India Sundays on Cycle Celebrates World Car Free Day, in Partnership with Department of Tourism

New Delhi, September 21: The 41st edition of Fit India Sundays on Cycle turned into a nationwide celebration of fitness, culture, and sustainability as it coincided with World Car Free Day 2025, falling on September 22. With the Department of Tourism coming on board as special partners, this edition of Sundays on Cycle also spotlighted

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Nasha Mukt Yuva for Viksit Bharat’ Youth Summits Held at 2000+ Locations Nationwide

Lakhs of Youth Take Nasha Mukt and Swadeshi Bharat Pledge Across India 60+ Spiritual Organisations Lead ‘Nasha Mukt Yuva’ Campaign Youth Activities Inspire Discipline, Drug-Free Living and Nation-Building Spirit The Ministry of Youth Affairs and Sports (MYAS) is observing Seva Pakhwada from 17th September to 2nd October 2025, marking the 75th birthday of Prime Minister,

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Paid Period Leave — A Right, Not a Favour

The 4th International Conference on Paid Period Leave convened on September 20, 2025, at the United Nations Church Centre, New York, USA, marking a historic moment in the global movement for menstrual equity. Organized by Ms. Ranjeeta Priyadarshini, Global Campaigner and Founder of the Paid Period Leave initiative, the conference was proudly sponsored by Ecof Enterprise and supported by CSNR, Odia Society of America and so other international and national organizations. The event brought together diplomats, filmmakers, actors, advocates, journalists, innovators, entrepreneurs, civil servants, health professionals, and policy leaders from across continents to advance the dialogue on menstrual dignity, workplace justice, and inclusive policy reform. | exploretimes

Global Leaders Unite at the UN CC to Champion Paid Period Leave as a Human Right The 4th International Conference on Paid Period Leave convened on September 20, 2025, at the United Nations Church Centre, New York, USA, marking a historic moment in the global movement for menstrual equity. Organized by Ms. Ranjeeta Priyadarshini, Global

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“Ye Suar Kumar Jo Hai”: Mohammad Yousuf’s On-Air Remark About Suryakumar Yadav After Asia Cup Loss Sparks Outrage

Asia Cup 2025, Dubai Former Pakistan captain Mohammad Yousuf (formerly Yousuf Yohana) has come under criticism after making a derogatory comment about India’s Suryakumar Yadav on live television. The incident took place following Pakistan’s seven-wicket defeat to India in the Asia Cup 2025 Group A match in Dubai on Sunday. On-Air Incident During a panel

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Lionel Messi Sends Signed World Cup Jersey to PM Modi on His 75th Birthday

New Delhi, September 17, 2025 Football icon Lionel Messi marked Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s 75th birthday with a special gift — a signed Argentina World Cup jersey from the historic 2022 FIFA World Cup victory. The jersey, reportedly the very one Messi wore during the World Cup, was sent as a token of respect

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