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Vikara Foundation Marks Daan Utsav 2025 with DMRC, Launches ‘Bags of Dreams’

{Report by Prof. S.S. Dogra} New Delhi, October 6: Vikara Foundation, a non-profit organization working for the upliftment of underprivileged communities, has joined hands with the Delhi Metro Rail Corporation (DMRC) to celebrate Daan Utsav 2025 – The Joy of Giving Week. The week-long campaign, running from October 2 to 8, is being held at […]

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‘Swyambodh’ versus ‘Shatrubodh’

 Hindus should note that they run the severe risk of being reduced to duplicating Parsis of erstwhile Persia, if they blissfully choose to remain oblivious of ‘ Swyambodh’ and ‘ Shatrubodh’. It’s time Hindus should learn from their deities: to be prepared for facing their enemies from within as well as without. May Chhatrapati Shivaji […]

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Indian Foreign Secretary Vikram Misri’s Visit to Nepal: Meetings from Top Leaders to the President

Kathmandu, 01 Bhadra 2082 (Sunday) In an effort to further strengthen India–Nepal relations, Indian Foreign Secretary Vikram Misri arrived in Kathmandu on a two-day official visit. On the very first day, he held a series of high-level meetings with Nepal’s top political leaders, the President, and the foreign affairs leadership. Meeting with Prime Minister Oli […]

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79th Independence Day of India Celebrated with Enthusiasm at Consulate General of India, Birgunj

Birgunj, 15 August 2025 – The Consulate General of India in Birgunj, Nepal, celebrated the 79th Independence Day of India with great enthusiasm and patriotic spirit at the Chancery premises today. The event brought together members of the local community, distinguished guests, and officials of the Consulate in a vibrant display of India-Nepal friendship. Flag […]

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79th Independence Day of India Celebrated with Fervour at Embassy of India, Kathmandu

Kathmandu, 15 August 2025 – The Embassy of India in Kathmandu marked the 79th Independence Day of India with a vibrant celebration that brought together members of the Indian community in Nepal, friends of India, Embassy officials, and their families. The event reflected the shared cultural bonds and close ties between India and Nepal. Flag […]

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Kathakali Performance in Birgunj Strengthens India–Nepal Cultural Ties

Birgunj, Nepal — August 13, 2025: The Indian Embassy in Nepal and the Consulate General of India, Birgunj, hosted a mesmerizing Kathakali dance performance by renowned artist Kalamandalam Ramankutty and his troupe at Birgunj Town Hall, captivating a full house of art lovers. The event drew a distinguished gathering, including Madhesh Pradesh Minister for Sports […]

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HDFC Bank Becomes First to Launch Direct Foreign Banking Services in Nepal, in Partnership with Mahalaxmi Bikas Bank

Kathmandu, Nepal. In a significant step towards enhancing cross-border financial services, the Nepal Rastra Bank (NRB) has granted permission to HDFC Bank Ltd., one of India’s leading private sector banks, to operate Direct Foreign Banking Services (DFBS) in Nepal. This initiative will be conducted in partnership with Mahalaxmi Bikas Bank Ltd., a prominent development bank […]

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Diplomatic Engagements Intensify Ahead of PM Oli’s Visit to India

Kathmandu, July 31, 2025. As discussions around Prime Minister KP Sharma Oli’s upcoming visit to India gather momentum, dormant bilateral mechanisms between Nepal and India have started to reactivate. After several years of inactivity, two key platforms — the Home Secretary-level meeting and the Nepal–India Boundary Working Group — have recently convened, drawing significant attention […]