The Prime Minister of India, Narendra Modi launched a critical attack on the Opposition party, saying that credit-hungry people or those whose only objective is to rule the country have done a lot of damage to it already, on April 14th, 2023, Friday. The ruling BJP (Bharatiya Janata Party) is committed to serving the people and the nation, and the loyalty and dedication to the country are at the centre of its effort, he further added.  

PM Modi attacked the Congress and said “Over the nine years, whenever there is a conversation regarding the development of the Northeast, some people get troubled as they can’t claim the credit for the growth in the state.” While addressing the public gathering in Guwahati, Assam, ahead of the significant Bihur celebrations, He further added, “They complain that they, too, ruled the country for decades. The people whose only intention is to lord over the country, have done a lot of damage to the country’s people.”

According to some officials, Narendra Modi mentioned while targeting the Opposition that instead of catering towards a particular vote bank, the BJP is more focused on reducing the difficulties of the people of the country. The government wants to guarantee that the females of the country should not travel far for the treatment. We are working to ensure that no poor person has to postpone his/her treatment for want of money. We had less number of doctors and medical professionals as it was a huge roadblock to accessing quality healthcare services in the country. 

Considering the transformation of the country’s healthcare sector, PM Modi said, “Before 2014, in the last 10 years, almost 150 medical colleges were constructed in the country. However, in the past 9 years, about 300 new colleges for medical students have been built by the Indian government. The seats of MBBS in the country have also increased to more than one lakh.” The beautiful and colourful performances by almost 10,000 Bihu dancers will be witnessed by the Prime Minister of India, Narendra Modi later on Friday. PM Modi will also inaugurate, lay the foundation stone, and dedicate projects worth INR 14,300 crore to the nation. 

On April, 13th, 2023, Thursday, Union Minister Nirmala Sitharaman, who is on a week-long visit to the US, participated in a panel discussion on ‘Empowering Women as Entrepreneurs and Leaders’ in Washington DC. The panel included the CEO of Goldman Sachs David Solomon and the President of World Bank Group David Malpass. The Finance Minister in the panel discussion outlined the initiatives to support the economic status of women during the World Bank Spring / IMF meetings. The government of Prime Minister Modi has been closely working with not only women-centric development but also with the idea of women-led development pointed out by the Finance Minister, who appeared in the discussion.  

“Prime Minister Modi has emphasised that we are required to have a ‘women-led’ development for India instead of just having ‘women-centric’ development. He also ensured that zero-balance accounts (Jan-Dhan accounts) were opened for every Indian,” Nirmala Sitharaman said while informing the mass audience at the discussion. The Finance Minister also highlighted various initiatives taken by the government of India which results in women’s empowerment and enhancement of their economic independence and their outcomes. David Malpass, the President of the World Bank pledged to focus more passionately on the empowerment of  women, citing the huge prospective for economic upturn for all countries. 

David Malpass informed the audience that “Starting a business for a woman to build a better future. Allowing access to finance, digital technology, and skills is the key.” All three speakers emphasized the importance of increasing access to finance for women-led businesses as well as recognizing the role women played in handling global challenges from climate change to fragility. They also discussed the requirement of upskilling women, so they are not left behind amid rapid change in technology. They also had a conversation about expanding the definition of women authority to include not only Heads and CEOs of major worldwide companies but also the authority of small and local initiatives. 

The FMCBG (Finance Minister and Central Bank Governors) held on Thursday in Washington discussed the key challenges towards the Global Economic Outlook and explored the possible areas of policy coordination on the global issues, apart from having conversation regarding the progress on deliverables envisioned during India’s G20 Presidency. Nirmala Sitharaman participated in the roundtable on ‘Multilateral Development Bank Evolution’ hosted by the US Department of Treasury Secretary at the headquarters of the World Bank. 

On Thursday, Assam made history as a milestone with the largest Bihu performance at a single venue elevating the traditional dance image from the international stage. The Guinness Book of World Records was set at the Sarusajai Stadium in Guwahati. Total participation of 11304 folk dancers in which male and female presented the Bihu dance in the presence of Assam CM Himanta Biswa Sarma. The largest ensemble of 2,500 Assamese dhol players also performed with the dancers. 

The traditional dance event was organised by the Assam government under the supervision of CM Himanta and his vision to promote the Assamese cultural heritage. The officials of the Guinness World Records team were especially present at the event. “We had set a world record and created history for both Bihu Dance as well as Bihu dhols with outstanding performances by dancers and drummers. It is a golden opportunity for us to showcase our heritage and culture across the globe,” Sarma said. 

Two world records were set by the Bihu performance. The first one was for the largest traditional dance, whereas the second one was for the largest musical instrument group. It has been reported that the culture department of the state covered the expenses of the event, while the Assam government took the lead in registering ‘Bihu’ in the Guinness World Records. On the other hand, The Assam government will give Rs 25,000 to each of the over 11,000 participants of the ‘Mega Bihu’ along with the “master trainers” and reserve performers.

According to an official quoted by a news agency, Prime Minister Narendra Modi is scheduled to make a day-long trip to Guwahati on Friday. During his visit, a group of performers will present the ‘Bihu’ dance to him, and Guinness certificates will be presented in his presence. In 2015, China established the previous records for the largest traditional dance with the participation of 7,700 individuals. On the other hand, in 2019, India set the record for the largest musical instruments ensemble with 3,730 participants. 

On Thursday, Bihar Chief Minister Nitish Kumar’s ally Jitan Ram Manjhi, leader of Hindustani Awam Morcha (HAM) reached New Delhi, where he met with the Union Home Minister Amit Shah. Political circles’ temperature got hyped up after this meeting from Delhi to Patna. Following his meeting with the Union Home Minister developed speculation of him again joining hands with the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP). 

At the meeting, he said, “We met with Amit Shah just to hand over the memorandum.” Manhji asserted that he has committed to abide by Kumar and decline any chance of associating with the BJP. On the other hand, the Bihar chief minister is also in Delhi to meet with Congress president Mallikarjun Kharge, senior leader Rahul Gandhi and other key opposition party leaders. His main initiative is to boost and build up the environment of stronger opposition ahead of the Lok Sabha 2024 general election.

Manjhi met with Shah at the request of his political party, who are pushing for Dashrath Manjhi to receive the ‘Bharat Ratna’, which is India’s most prestigious civilian award. Dashrath Manjhi is a local legend who spent over 20 years digging a road through the mountains with his own hands, and his story has been celebrated in both folklore and film since his passing.

After his meeting with Shah, he hurried to meet Kumar in order to avoid any impression that he was about to change his stance once again, as the BJP attempts to win over smaller parties in Bihar ahead of the 2024 Lok Sabha elections.  Manjhi was selected by Kumar to take over as chief minister after the JD(U) performed poorly in the 2014 Lok Sabha elections. However, he protested against being asked to step down for his mentor in 2015 and joined forces with the BJP. In the 2019 Lok Sabha polls, he sided with the RJD-led alliance, while the JD(U) and BJP formed a coalition. As a prominent Dalit leader, Manjhi wields influence within the “Manjhi” community in various regions of Bihar.

On April 13th, 2023, Wednesday, the Enforcement Directorate (ED) registered a case against BBC India (British Broadcasting Commission) for alleged foreign exchange violation. The UK-headquartered broadcaster came under the radar of Indian agencies investigation, not for the first time. After the Delhi and Mumbai BBC offices got raided by ED, the new upgrade in this whole matter came as a result of a case registered against the British Broadcaster. The movement comes two months after the BBC offices in Mumbai and Delhi were investigated in a survey by the Income Tax Department. 

The documents and the recording of the statements of several company executives have been called by the federal probe agency under the provision of FEMA (Foreign Exchange Management Act). The BBC offices were surveyed as a part of an investigation by the income tax authorities in February this year. BBC was embroiled in a controversy over its documentary on the Gujarat riot India: The Modi Question which drew sharp criticism from the government of India and tarnished the country’s image. ‘India: The Modi Question’ a two-part documentary declared to have certain aspects related to the 2002 Gujarat riot when PM Narendra Modi was the chief minister of Gujarat. 

 The Ministry of External Affairs described the series as a “propaganda piece” that lacked impartiality and narrated a colonial mindset. The inquiry is essentially looking at purported FDI (Foreign Direct Investment) violations by the country. The action was taken to inquire about the irregularities of foreign funding by the UK Broadcasters, violation of rules, and diversion funds under the 1999 Act of FEMA. Earlier, the ED had also sent a summon to the British Broadcaster calling for an inquiry into the event, following a search conducted by the Income Tax Departments. An officer of the BBC’s editorial department and administration department is being questioned at ED’s headquarters. 

The Indian government instructed the platforms of social media to block Twitter posts and Youtube videos sharing links to the documentary soon after it created a massive controversy in January this year. The documentary was widely criticized by the Indian government as well as several sections of the public. The BBC faced consequences and allegations of spreading fake news and propaganda, and the government of India accused the broadcaster of trying to destabilize the country. BBC has

On Wednesday, Union Minister of Commerce and Industry, Piyush Goyal called India a ‘voice of developing countries and said today the country represents the global south. He expressed his views at a Gala Dinner in Rome in the larger presence of Italian and Indian business heads. Goyal stated that India is becoming the voice of a voiceless undeveloped nation because its issues are rarely discussed on a large stage. India always tries to be at the forefront of not only providing a better life for our people but also contributing to a better future in the world. 

“India today speaks for global south concerns, being the voice of developing countries, the voice of least developed nations has been at the leading edge of not only facilitating a preferable life for our population but also appropriately contributing to a better future for the masses in other parts of the globe, especially in those countries where race of development quite slow and lacking the basic amenities,” the Union Minister said. 

He further added that India’s rising power in the Internet sphere now has approximately 800 million users across the country and the 4G connectivity covers the entire region of the nation. Goyal said our government has ensured that no households are ever deprived of basic food, appropriate healthcare facilities and education. The government has always focused on digital transformation, recently 5G services were launched and by the end of this year, most of our cities will be covered under 5G connectivity smoothly. 

The Union Minister is currently on an official trip to France and Italy which is probably to provide a further boost to bilateral relations in the European region. Goyal addressing India-France Business Summit and roundtable discussions with CEOs in Paris. He told the participants and delegates that there are tremendous opportunities in India and invited all of them to take part in new India digital transformation initiatives.

New Delhi (April 13th, 2023):- In a major move, Savin Communication, India’s first PR-tech Company, got empanelled with MyGov. The official announcement was made by the top level management of Savin Communication on Wednesday after they received the confirmation from MyGov. This is seen as a major achievement for Savin Communication which is often referred to as one of the Best PR Companies in India as with this empanelment, the company will be marching ahead with their new resolution of acing the realm of Government PR. MyGov which is a citizen engagement platform launched by the Government of India to promote the active participation of Indian citizens in their country’s governance and development is aimed at creating a common platform for Indian citizens to “crowdsource governance ideas from citizens. 

Recently, Savin Communication, a Noida-Based PR-tech Company has successfully completed its 6 Years of Inception after successfully setting a strong foothold in the realm of Public Relations. The digital PR company has collaborated with more than 200 publications on national, international and even regional levels. After successfully serving Brands, MSMEs and Startups across all the segments, Savin Communication has stepped into the realm of Government PR and has recently onboarded some big names in their long clientele list. These include names such as the Institute of Chartered Accountants of India (ICAI) for which they were roped in as the Social Media Partner for the event- World Congress of Accountants 2022 which was held for the very first time in India. 

Later, they went on to become a member of Science and Technology Cooperative Society which is the first- technical cooperative society in the Northern State of Uttar Pradesh. Savin Communication started their journey in the realm of Government sector with Central Cottage Industries Emporium (GoI undertaking) for an event in which they managed all the PR-related activities for CCIE. 

It is Savin Communication’s comprehensive digital solutions that have proven to be resourceful and brilliant. They provide quick, specific, result-oriented solutions that give personalised solutions to every client. For this and to prove that they truly are the best PR Tech firm, Savin Communication even has its own tech-driven platforms. The list includes: 

• The PRtree 

The PRtree is Savin Communication’s technology-driven automated platform which is developed to meet the expanding demands of the communication sector by advancing the art of storytelling with the changing media dynamics. With just a few clicks, the AI-based platform can provide 360-degree comprehensive branding solutions. It also offers brands and business owners professional help and consulting around the clock so they can share their stories with the world.

• WTI Space

The tech-driven marketplace brings influencers and brands together to make it easier for them to work together to show the world an astounding creative side. What’s unique about WTI Space is that it promotes individual empowerment by giving influencers a means of becoming their own bosses. They give content creators the chance to communicate with brands directly and keep their demands. This will ultimately enable the creation of a community where artists may engage with one another.

Savin Communication- India’s first PR-tech compan, has indeed established themselves as a reputed name in the sector of Public Relations and caters to a wide range of segments like Public Relations, Content Solutions, Graphics & Designing, Event Management, Video Production, Social Media Management and much more. 

Let’s dive into some of Savin Communication’s key areas of specialisation.  

Event Management

Savin Communication in India is known for its exceptional event management services. They believe that events are a powerful tool for building brand awareness, strengthening relationships with customers, and generating leads. Their experienced team of professionals excels at planning, organising, and executing events of all sizes and types. Savin Communication is known to take care of everything from venue selection to event promotion, ensuring that our clients’ events are seamless and successful. Over the years, they have served numerous clients in various industries, and their expertise has enabled them to deliver outstanding results consistently.

Content Solutions

As a leading Public Relations company in India, Savin Communication understands the importance of content in today’s digital age. Their content solutions services are designed to help the clients establish a strong online presence and engage with their target audience effectively. They offer a wide range of content services, including content strategy, creation, and distribution. Their experienced team of writers, editors, and content strategists works closely with the clients to understand their goals and develop content that resonates with their audience. The proven track record of Savin Communication has assisted them in building a strong reputation in the industry.

Influencer Marketing

Savin is at the forefront of influencer marketing, leveraging the power of social media to help our clients reach their target audience effectively. Their influencer marketing services are designed to identify, engage and collaborate with influencers who can help the clients reach their goals. They have an experienced team of professionals who are experts in identifying the right influencers for our clients and managing influencer campaigns effectively. The PR-tech company’s focus on metrics-driven campaigns and ROI has helped them deliver excellent results consistently, making them the preferred choice for influencer marketing services in India.

Graphics and Creatives

The Noida-based Digital PR Company offers a wide range of graphics and creative services to help clients establish a strong visual identity. They have a team of creative professionals who specialise in graphic design, branding, and visual communication. They work closely with their clients to understand their brand identity and develop designs that reflect their vision and goals. Their focus on creativity and innovation has helped them deliver outstanding results for clients across various industries.

Video Production

As video content becomes increasingly important in today’s digital landscape, Savin Communication offers video production services to help their clients engage with their target audience effectively. They have an experienced team of professionals who specialise in video production, including scriptwriting, filming, editing, and post-production. Their focus on storytelling and visual aesthetics has helped them create compelling videos that resonate with our clients’ audience.

Savin Communication, even during the time of lockdown, witnessed a staggering 300 percent growth with a prime focus being building credibility and catering to the needs of the seemingly isolated, medium and small companies. As of now, India’s first PR-tech company has successfully disseminated more than 10,000 articles for over 3,000 clients from India and across the globe. Now, having onboarded few names in the Government sector, Savin Communication is striving to become the next big player in the realm of Government PR. 

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On April 12th, 2023, Wednesday, the ruling BJP announced its second list of 23 candidates and denied tickets to 7 sitting MLAs for the Assembly election in Karnataka which will be held on May 10th. A little over 24 hours after announcing its first list of 189 candidates, BJP immediately announced its second list for the same. The list denied tickets to seven sitting MLAs, including Channagiri MLA Madal Virupakshappa, who is presently in jail on the charges of corruption. There are 2 women in the list too while there were 8 women in the first list released by BJP.  

On Wednesday, the list that was released by the party did not include the names of Shivamogga city , where the former Minister and sitting MLA K S Eshwarappa has announced his retirement from politics and Hubli-Dharwad Central segment, from where Jagdish Shettar, former Minister wants to contest. Shettar has been asked by the party’s top brass to make a way for the youngsters, but he has asserted that he wants to contest for the last time. “The BJP’s Central Election Committee has marked the names of 23 candidates, in the second list, for the result-oriented general elections to Karnataka’s legislative assembly,” said BJP’s official Twitter handle. 

A total of 7 sitting MLAs could not make it to the list. As per the second list, Nagaraja Chabbi who recently joined BJP after resigning from Congress has been given the ticket to contest from the Kalghatgi constituency. The second list of candidates includes 4 from Scheduled Caste, one from Scheduled Tribe, and two female candidates, also there were some new faces too. The MLA M P Kumaraswamy was dropped off from the list whereas Deepak Doddaiah was named in his place. The daughter of ex-MLA Y Sampangi, Ashwini Sampangi will contest from the Kolar gold fields. In the place of MLA Sukumar Shetty, BJP has given the ticket to Gururaj Gantihole from the Byndoor constituency. 

The ruling party has so far announced candidates for 212 out of 224 seats in the assembly elections. The names of the candidates for the 12 constituencies are still remaining, to be declared by BJP which includes constituencies of Hubli Dharwad Central, Shivamogga, Mahadevpura, and Krishnaraja. The voting of the elections will be held in a single phase on May 10th and the counting is scheduled for May 13th. 

During an extensive interview, Elon Musk, the CEO of Twitter, alleged that the BBC had double standards and was concealing the adverse effects of Covid vaccines. “Is the BBC willing to accept any accountability for spreading misinformation about mask-wearing and vaccine side effects, and neglecting to report on it? Additionally, was the BBC coerced by the UK government to alter its editorial policies?” Elon Musk commented strongly about misleading information on Twitter.

At Twitter’s San Francisco offices, Elon Musk conducted an impromptu interview and accused the journalist of falsehood, saying ‘You just lied’ when he alleged a rise in hate speech on the platform. James Clayton, the journalist, supported his assertion by referring to an organisation that had cautioned about an increase in malicious content on the social media platform. 

Elon Musk maintained that instances of hate speech had reduced, asserting that individuals may make various unfounded claims. Regarding the BBC’s identification as a “government-funded media” on Twitter, Musk emphasised the importance of accuracy and truthfulness and indicated that the label would be revised. He acknowledged that the BBC had expressed displeasure about being identified as a state-affiliated media outlet. 

Mr Musk on Wednesday said on Twitter Space, that he did not have any idea about ‘what exactly happened’ at that time content related to a BBC documentary capacious of Prime Minister Narendra Modi was let down from the microblogging site. The Twitter owner said I am not much aware of the content circumstances in India and particular conditions regarding the tweets taken down on the issue of a BBC documentary. He further added that the rules in India for what can be displayed on social media are quite tough and we can’t bypass the laws of the land. 

On the other hand, the Indian government had asked to take down over 50 tweets, which had links to the BBC documentary on PM Modi. On the matter, Elon Musk stated that if we have the choice of either our employee going to legal custody or we follow the laws, we will respect the law of the country. 

Diversity, equality, and inclusion are some of the terms that are buzzwords of today. For such a progressive society, it is important to keep in mind that people, no matter what gender and sexuality, are still righteously subjected to the expression of speech, action, and freedom. After all, we are witnessing LGBTQ rights in India getting a green flag, and we can see people are finally accepting others who identify as something beyond male and female. What’s more there to change? Perhaps, there is still a need to strengthen the foundation of society for all kinds of people. 

Adhering to this notion, Vandita Jain from New Delhi has started her own initiative – Samanya – Equality beyond the Binary which aims to preserve the rights of the LGBTQIA+ community and support the marginalized genders of today. Doing such an immense deed in her teen years, Vandita is on her way to becoming the thought leader of the generation. Her mindset and vision to support those who are victims of violence and bullying are remarkable. With the aim to provide them with a ‘fearless future,’ she held regular classes in HTML, CSS, and Javascript for them to learn important IT and tech skills. 

Not just this, Jain has an excellent grasp of workshops in finance and communication and that’s how she started training them. She also gained a perspective of this world at an early age and decided to share her wisdom with those who are bullied and poorly treated and had to drop out of school because of it. It is due to her supervision and diligence that many of them can now be part of the educational system and get employed without hindrance.   

“Doing something for society in itself is a great achievement but becoming a voice for people who need to be heard is something more explicable. I believe we all deserve a fair chance at life and seeing marginalized gender suffer in silence is something I cannot put up with. It’s against my morals and values,” Jain explained her viewpoint in a statement. 

“I decided to do something about the people who are considered outcasts just because they do not identify as one of the two genders, is unjust,” said Vandita Jain, Founder of Samanya – Equality beyond the Binary. “Samanya is a foundation that brings together people irrespective of their genders, sexuality, and race. I’m proud of everyone who has stood up for themselves in life and just want to support them in their future endeavors,” she continued further. 

The initiative taken by Jain serves as a reminder that change is achievable if we have the guts to speak up and do something about it. It is evident that having empathy and being inclusive can have a good effect on people’s lives. Jain’s initiatives have given the LGBTQIA+ community’s marginalized genders hope, and other people should be motivated to follow in her footsteps by learning from her example.

For the LGBTQIA+ community, Vandita Jain’s effort Samanya – Equality Beyond the Binary has changed the game. Her initiatives have provided high school dropouts a sense of empowerment, belonging, and purpose while also enabling them to embrace and proudly display their identities. Her compassion, intellectual maturity, organizational prowess, and leadership abilities have helped the community move toward a more inclusive future. All people can find inspiration in Jain’s narrative, and her work deserves to be honored on a global scale. 

Recently, Vandita also appeared on the show, The India Saga where she talked about her achievements and her accomplishments in a complete talk interview. Watch this video that addresses her journey of beginning a brilliant initiative ‘Samanya – Equality beyond the Binary.’ 

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