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NESTS to celebrate its ‘7th Foundation Day’ on 1st April, showcasing transformative impact on tribal education

Source: Government of India

Posted On: 30 MAR 2025 10:39AM by PIB Delhi

National Education Society for Tribal Students (NESTS), an autonomous organization under the Ministry of Tribal Affairs, Government of India, is set to celebrate its 7th Foundation Day on April 01, 2025, at Akashwani Bhawan, Parliament Street, New Delhi. The NESTS establishes and manages Eklavya Model Residential Schools (EMRS), which provide quality education from class 6th -12th to tribal students.

This foundation day celebration will be graced by the presence of Minister of Tribal Affairs, Shri Jual Oram, as the Chief Guest, along with Minister of State for Tribal Affairs, Shri Durgadas Uikey, as the Guest of Honour. Shri Vibhu Nayar, Secretary, Ministry of Tribal Affairs, will grace the occasion as the Special Guest. Senior officers from Ministry and the NESTS will also witness this event.

The foundation day celebrations will feature keynote addresses by dignitaries, cultural performances by EMRS students, and a special segment highlighting NESTS’ role in enabling tribal youth to compete at national and global levels while preserving their traditions. The event will also recognize outstanding EMRS students, with twelve students being felicitated in the morning session, while the staff who excelled in the Sports meet will be awarded in the evening program. A special screening will showcase the remarkable achievements of EMRS over the past year, emphasizing their impact on education, skill development, and holistic growth.

Since its inception, the NESTS has been a transformative force in tribal education, spearheading the expansion of Eklavya Model Residential Schools (EMRS) across the country. These schools serve as centres of empowerment, providing tribal students with quality education, modern skill development, and a strong connection to their cultural heritage. With the continuous efforts of Shri Ajeet Kumar Srivastava, Commissioner, NESTS, and his team, under the guidance of the Ministry of Tribal Affairs, the NESTS has made significant strides in enhancing infrastructure, teaching and non-teaching staff recruitment, and access to quality education for tribal students.

The Ministry of Tribal Affairs, through NESTS, remains committed to empowering tribal communities with quality education, providing them a platform to preserve their rich heritage, thrive in their homeland, and excel in the modern world.

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Pawan Singh Faujdar/Divyanshu Kumar

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Liquor Licensing Board to meet on Tuesday

Source: Hong Kong Government special administrative region

The following is issued on behalf of the Liquor Licensing Board:

The Liquor Licensing Board will meet on Tuesday (April 1) to consider an application for renewal of liquor licence.

The application is:

Kowloon:
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The board will also consider renewal of the liquor licence (with bar endorsement) of THE POET in Central.

The meeting will be held at 9.45am in the conference room, Room 102, 1/F, 258 Queen’s Road East, Wan Chai. Members of the public are welcome to attend.

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Game start-ups reach new level

Source: Hong Kong Government special administrative region

     The Hong Kong Game Enhancement & Promotion Scheme, sponsored by the Cultural and Creative Industries Development Agency, supports local start-ups in growing their businesses in international markets, leading to some generating over $10 million in revenue.

     News.gov.hk spoke to two game entrepreneurs who received funding to develop successful video games, while a representative from the scheme’s organiser outlined details of the support provided to start-ups and its results so far.

     The story is available at www.news.gov.hk/eng/feature today (March 30) in text and video format.

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Regional flag day today

Source: Hong Kong Government special administrative region

Regional flag day today 
Arrangements have been made with the charities to help people to distinguish among the three flag-selling activities.    
 
Information on the three flag-selling organisations on March 29 is as follows:
 

RegionDetails of the charitable fund-raising activities, including any updated information, covered by the issued Public Subscription Permits have been published on the GovHK website (www.gov.hk/en/theme/fundraising/search 
In the case of suspected fraudulent flag day activities, people should not make any donation and should immediately report the matter to the Police, the spokesman added.
Issued at HKT 6:00

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Appeal for information on missing man in Yau Ma Tei (with photos)

Source: Hong Kong Government special administrative region

Police today (March 29) appealed to the public for information on a man who went missing in Yau Ma Tei.

Law Ah-cheung, aged 70, went missing after he was last seen at an elderly home on Man Ying Street yesterday (March 28) afternoon. Staff of the caring home then made a report to Police.
   
He is about 1.6 metres tall, 52 kilograms in weight and of medium build. He has a long face with yellow complexion and short white hair. He was last seen wearing a blue checked shirt, black trousers, black slippers and carrying a beige recycle bag and a long umbrella.

Anyone who knows the whereabouts of the missing man or may have seen him is urged to contact the Regional Missing Persons Unit of Kowloon West on 3661 8036 or 9020 6542 or email to rmpu-kw@police.gov.hk, or contact any police station.

     

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HKSAR search and rescue team leaves for Myanmar (with photos/video)

Source: Hong Kong Government special administrative region

The Hong Kong Special Administrative Region (HKSAR) Government sent a 51-strong search and rescue team to the earthquake-stricken areas in Myanmar this afternoon (March 29) to assist in the search and rescue work.

The Chief Executive, Mr John Lee; the Secretary for Security, Mr Tang Ping-keung; the Secretary for Health, Professor Lo Chung-mau; the Director of Immigration, Mr Benson Kwok; and the Director of Fire Services, Mr Andy Yeung, saw the search and rescue team off at Hong Kong International Airport. The Chief Executive of the Hospital Authority (HA), Dr Tony Ko, also attended and showed support to the team.

The team, led by Deputy Chief Fire Officer of the Fire Services Department (FSD), Mr Cheu Yu-kok, comprises 40 members of the FSD which include firemen, ambulancemen and fire services workshops personnel, as well as officers from the Security Bureau, the Immigration Department and the HA.

Bringing along two search and rescue dogs, the team is also taking approximately nine tonnes of equipment which includes life detectors and masonry cutting machines, an automatic satellite tracking antenna system which provides network connection, as well as the team members’ daily necessities.

Upon arrival at Myanmar, the team will join local rescue teams to start search and rescue work.

                 

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Labour Advisory Board By-election of Employee Representative results

Source: Hong Kong Government special administrative region

Labour Advisory Board By-election of Employee Representative results 

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37th Kathak Mahotsav 2025, a six-day mega event concluded in New Delhi

Source: Government of India

37th Kathak Mahotsav 2025, a six-day mega event concluded in New Delhi

Landmark Event featuring the world’s first-ever Kathak Literary Festival

Posted On: 30 MAR 2025 9:22PM by PIB Delhi

Kathak Kendra, New Delhi the Constituent Unit of Sangeet Natak Akademi, an autonomous body under the Ministry of Culture, Govt. of India recently concluded their 6-day mega festival, the 37th Kathak Mahotsav 2025.

This mega Mahotsav was a landmark event, featuring the world’s first-ever Kathak Literary Festival and a walk through exhibition along side Kathak seminar and Kathak dance concerts running successfully across all six days. The event was graced by established personalities like Dr. Vinay Sahashrabuddhe, former Member of Parliament and former President, ICCR; Maharaj Pusparaj Singh of Rewa, Dr. Amarendra Khatua (IFS) former Director General (ICCR); Dr. Sarita Pathak, renowned vocalist & author , etc. The festival involved renowned artistes and scholars like Pt. Ramlal Bareth (Bilaspur), Dr. Puru Dadheech & Dr. Vibha Dadheech (Indore), Dr. Purnima Pande (Lucknow), Prof. Bharat Gupt (Gurgaon), Smt. Saswati Sen & Smt. Vaswati Mishra (Delhi), Dr. Nandakishore Kapote (Pune), Dr. Shovana Narayan (Delhi), Shri Mata Prasad Mishra & Shri Ravi Shankar Mishra (Banaras), Shri Murlimohan Kalvakalva (Thailand), Mulla Afşar Khan (Pune), Shri Vishal Krishna (Banaras), Prof. Dr. Mandavi Singh (Lucknow), Smt. Nandini Singh (Delhi), Smt. Roshan Datye (Pune) and others.

Smt. Pranaame Bhagawati, Director of the Kathak Kendra aesthetically was in full charge in bringing forth and adding new dimensions and visualisation to the event and with a visionary direction honoured all major gharanas — Lucknow, Jaipur, Banaras, and Raigarh — with distinguished artists presenting breathtaking performances.

The final day at the Kamani Auditorium was graced by Smt. Amita Prasad Sarabhai, Joint Secretary, Ministry of Culture and Dr. Sandhya Purecha, Chairman, Sangeet Natak Akademi. Renowned scholars and exponents from various parts of the country shared insights on topics like the involvement of royal patronage, evolution & variation of *bol* and the significance of manuscripts — spotlighting Kathak’s rich literary heritage. A dedicated effort was made to document these valuable discussions, resulting in a curated collection of newly published books, showcased in the festival’s inaugural book fair, which drew immense audience interest. 

The evening performances followed a dynamic three-tier structure: solo, duet, and group recitals. All the Gharanas of the Kathak dance art, fascinated audiences with its rare nuances and traditional style. The event was a resounding success, drawing a full house and leaving visitors enriched with newfound knowledge and admiration for Kathak’s literary and artistic legacy.

With this grandeur and expansive thinking which was witnessed at the 37th Kathak Mahotsav 2025 the Kathak Kendra, New Delhi showcases an epitome of alluring executions and a promise to upscale the dimensions of the Kathak dance with an innovative approach.

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Sunil Kumar Tiwari

pibculture[at]gmail[dot]com

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Vice-President greets the nation on the eve of Eid-ul-Fitr

Source: Government of India

Posted On: 30 MAR 2025 8:23PM by PIB Delhi

On the auspicious occasion of Eid ul-Fitr, I extend warm greetings to all citizens of our nation.

Eid reminds us of the strength we draw from our cultural diversity and the common bonds that unite us. The essence of this holy day transcends mere celebration; it embodies the constitutional ideals of unity, compassion, and mutual respect that form the cornerstone of our diverse democracy.

Let us celebrate the profound spirit of renewal and collective harmony that this sacred occasion represents. May the spirit of Eid inspire us to recommit ourselves to the values that illuminate our path forward and bind us as one remarkable, resilient nation.

Following is the Hindi translation of the Vice-President’s message:

ईद उल-फितर के पावन अवसर पर, मैं हमारे राष्ट्र के सभी नागरिकों को हार्दिक शुभकामनाएँ प्रेषित करता हूँ।

ईद का यह पर्व हमें स्मरण दिलाता है कि सांस्कृतिक विविधता और एकजुटता हमारी शक्ति का केंद्र है। यह त्योहार मात्र एक उत्सव नहीं बल्कि एकता, करुणा और पारस्परिक सम्मान जैसे हमारे वैविध्यपूर्ण लोकतंत्र के संवैधानिक आदर्शों का एक प्रतीक है।

आइए इस ईद के पर्व पर, हम सद्भाव और एकता की भावना को सँजोकर उन मूल्यों के प्रति अपनी प्रतिबद्धता को पुनः व्यक्त करें  जो हमारे जीवन को दिशा देते हैं और एक मज़बूत, समृद्ध राष्ट्र के रूप में हमें एकजुट बनाए रखते हैं।

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JK/RC/SM

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PRESIDENT OF INDIA TO GRACE CLOSING CEREMONY OF THE COMMEMORATION OF THE 90TH YEAR OF RESERVE BANK OF INDIA ON APRIL 1

Source: Government of India

Posted On: 30 MAR 2025 7:30PM by PIB Delhi

The President of India, Smt Droupadi Murmu will visit Maharashtra (Mumbai) from March 31 to April 1, 2025. The President will reach Mumbai on the evening of March 31 and on the next day, she will grace the closing ceremony of the commemoration of the 90th year of the Reserve Bank of India. 

 

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MJPS/SR

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