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Media scholars dig into social media ecosystem in education The 7th National Media Conclave hosted by the Institute of Media Studies (IMS) in collaboration with KIIT University, Bhubaneshwar, unfolded with intellectual fervour as Professor Farhat Basir Khan, a media scholar from the Centre for Media and Mass Communication Studies, Jamia Hamdard University, emphasised leveraging digital technology for societal welfare and strengthening democracy. Inaugurated by Governor of Chhattisgarh Biswabhusan Harichandan, Higher Education Minister of Odisha, Atanu Sabyasachi Nayak, praised the inclusive nature of Odisha’s media landscape. Union Minister of State for Information & Broadcasting Dr L Murugan, highlighted the crucial link…

SPI extends support to INDIA alliance Today Socialist Party (India) organised a meeting at Rajendra Bhawan, New Delhi to extend support to INDIA alliance for the country’s next General Elections in 2024. The theme of the meeting was ‘Save Constitution, Save Democracy,’ ‘Save Secularism, Defeat Communal Alliance,’ and ‘Support INDIA Alliance.’ Among the people who spoke at this meeting were senior Congres Party leader Deepak Babaria, Delhi Congress Party President Arvinder Singh Lovely, Congress leader Mohammad Hidayatullah, former independent MP Mohammad Adeeb, two times former MLA from Madhya Pradesh Dr. Sunilam, Swaraj India leader Ajit Jha, Internationalist Democratic Party leader…

Dazzling showcase of exceptional talents in Okhla The spectacular Talent Hunt 2023, organised by Dr Tanveer Chaudhary at RWA Abul Fazal Enclave, Part-1, provided youngsters and children an opportunity to showcase their talent. https://twitter.com/theokhlatimes/status/1728781661163122804 Talent Hunt 2023 distinguished itself as a one-of-a-kind affair in the locality, captivating the participation of over 50 children who engaged in activities such as the spirited run for health, the delightful duck walk and frog jump events, and the engaging fun game, said Chaudhary. In essence, Talent Hunt 2023 has become a magnet for talent, symbolising a convergence of passion, skill, and community support. It…

Politics heats up in Okhla after Waseem rejoins Congress The contest for leadership within the Okhla Congress heats up as seasoned politician Mohd Waseem Saifi renews his ties with the old grand party. https://twitter.com/theokhlatimes/status/1728769849692676322 The Congress party office in New Delhi hosted an event where Waseem officially rejoined the party, according to his son. Having previously departed from the Congress to join the Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) and later the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP), Waseem has come full circle by returning to his original political home. In recognition of his experience and contributions, Waseem has been appointed Vice Chairman of…

Dr Mohammad Naquibur Rahman, Associate Professor in the Department of Marketing, College of Business and Economics, Umm Al Qura University, Makkah Al Mukarramah, Saudi Arabia, has received the Indo Middle East Academic Excellence Award for the Best Marketing Professor in the category of marketing management for his high-quality performance in the field of teaching and research. https://twitter.com/theokhlatimes/status/1728437022069547502 He was honoured with the award at the UAE International Conference organised by the Global Research Forum 2023 at IDM International University, Sharjah, during 19-20 November 2023. The conference was inaugurated by Dr. Amitabh Upadhya, President of IDM International University, Sharjah. The conference…

Al-Shifa celebrates 12 foundation day Alshifa Multi-Speciality Hospital celebrated its 12th foundation day on November 20. The function began with the recitation of the Quran. On this occasion, the Chairman of Human Welfare Foundation, T Arif Ali, the Hospital Committee Chairman Shafi Madni, and the Vice Chairman of Alshifa Hospital, Dr. Professor Farooq, were present at the mega event held on the hospital campus. In addition, the Director of the hospital, Dr. Ahmed Minhajuddin, the Operation Manager, Ishtaq Ansari, and all consultant doctors of Alshifa Hospital, as well as paramedical and supporting staff, attended the function.

16 days of activism against gender-based violence 16 days of activism against gender based violence, is an annual international campaign that kicks off on 25 November, the International Day for the Elimination of Violence against Women and Girls, and runs until 10 December, International Human Rights Day. This year’s theme by UN Women is UNITE! Invest to Prevent Violence Against Women and Girls – calling on citizens to share their actions to create a world free from violence towards women, and on governments worldwide to share how they are investing in gender-based violence prevention. On 9th November, to galvanise civil…

On November 14, the ‘World Diabetes Day’, Health and Education Promotion Trust (HEPT) organised an awareness rally under the banner of ‘Healthy Nehtaur’ campaign. https://twitter.com/theokhlatimes/status/1725034903203360923 At HMI Inter College, it was flagged off by Surinder Singh, Police Inspector (Nehtaur city), and he assured police cooperation in HEPT’s awareness campaign. To maximise the impact of the rally, the Health Volunteers carried placards and distributed leaflets. Along with the Health Volunteers, students and teachers of HMI Inter College and Government Girls Inter College and people from different walks of life — all wearing blue badges — participated in the rally. Citing a…

Najma Akhtar’s Jamia journey ends, she hands over Vice Chancellor charge to this Professor Professor Najma Akhtar who completed her tenure as Vice-Chancellor of Jamia Millia Islamia (JMI) today (12th November 2023) was given a warm send-off by the teachers and non-teaching staff of the university. She handed over the charge of her office to Professor Eqbal Hussain, Pro Vice Chancellor of the University. Dr Eqbal Hussain is a Professor in the Faculty of Law. Prof. Eqbal Hussain would officiate as Vice-Chancellor until the appointment of a new Vice-Chancellor by the Visitor of the University. Speaking on the occasion, Prof.…

An earthquake of magnitude 2.6 rocked Delhi on Saturday. The earthquake reportedly occurred at 3:36 pm. There was no report of casualty or damage to property. “Earthquake of Magnitude:2.6, Occurred on 11-11-2023, 15:36:53 IST, Lat: 28.80 & Long: 77.20, Depth: 10 Km, Location: North District, Delhi, India,” the National Center for Seismology posted on social media platform X. It said the epicentre of the quake that struck at 3:36 pm was near Burari, 20 kilometres north of Delhi. While the earthquake was mild, many residents said they didn’t feeling the tremors. Nevertheless, the incident has raised concerns, as Delhi is…