July 25, 2025 Friday India This Week 1 A We e kl y N e w s p a p e r Fe a tu r i ng New s an d Tren d s f ro m the In d ian Sub- Co n tinent Pub li s h ed From th e U S Ca pi ta l Web Site: WWW.Indiathisweek.us Volume 34 No. 30 Washington DC. Phone: 301-445-0200; 301-917-4800; 01-445-1868 E-Mail: indiathisweekads@gmail.com Friday July 25, 2025 Monsoon devastation in Himachal: 135 dead- =76 rain-related, 59 in road accidents Shimla (Himachal Pradesh) [India], July 23 (ANI): Unrelenting monsoon fury has pushed Himachal Pradesh into a state of crisis, paralysing road connectivity, power supply, and essential services across multiple districts. According to the State Disaster Management Authority (SDMA), 432 roads remain blocked, 534 power distribution transformers are non-functional, and 197 water supply schemes have been severely impacted. The cumulative death toll has reached 135, of which 76 are due to rain-related incidents such as landslides, flash floods, cloudbursts, and electrocution, while 59 deaths have occurred in road accidents, according to the SDMA‘s Cumulative Loss Report dated July 22, 2025. Major casualties have been reported from districts such as Mandi (17), Kangra (16), Kullu (8), and Chamba (7) due to a series of natural calamities including landslides, cloudbursts, and sudden floods. Flash floods in Kangra, cloudbursts in Mandi, and landslides in Shimla and Solan have not only claimed lives but also caused massive damage to homes, bridges, roads, cattle sheds, and agriculture. The monetary loss across the state is estimated at Rs. 1,24,734.67 lakh, with over 540 houses fully damaged and thousands displaced. The state has recorded 25 landslides, 40 flash floods, and 23 cloudbursts in less than five weeks since June 20, 2025. In addition to human fatalities, 1,296 animals and 21,500 poultry birds have also perished, adding to the rural distress. Damage to public infrastructure spans de- partments like PWD, JSV, power, education, animal husbandry, and rural development.Authorities continue to carry out rescue and relief operations with the support of NDRF, SDRF, and local teams. Multiple relief camps have been set up, and ex-gratia payments are being processed for the kin of deceased and displaced residents.The SDMA has urged the public to stay alert, avoid landslide-prone zones, and follow weather warnings strictly, as restoration of roads, bridges, and essential utilities remains a top priority for the administration. (ANI) Introducing your new summer look. Ends September 2 Experience Amazing ©2025 Lexus, a Division of Toyota Motor Sales, U.S.A., Inc. Former Kerala CM V S Achuthanandan dies at 101 Thiruvananthapuram (Kerala) [India], July 21 (ANI): Veteran CPI(M) leader and former Kerala CM V S Achuthanandan passed away on Monday at the age of 101. He was undergoing treatment in a private hospital after a cardiac arrest. “We salute Comrade V.S. Achuthanandan–an architect of Ker- ala‘s progressive journey, a voice of the voiceless, and a lifelong champion of the working class,” the CPIM said in a statement. “Red Salute to Comrade V S Achuthanandan! Veteran communist leader and Former Kerala Chief Minister VS Achuthanandan passed away at the age of 101 on July 21. His life of struggle and unwavering dedication to the cause of the people will forever be an inspiration,” it said. Velikkakathu Sankaran Achuthanandan was the Chief Minister of Kerala from 2006 to 2011.He was the longest-serving opposition leader in the Kerala Assembly, holding the position for 15 years. Achuthanandan was a founding member of the CPM. He served as the Secretary of the CPM Kerala State Committee from 1980 to 1992. He was the LDF convener between 1996 and 2000, and Leader of the Opposition in three separate terms–1992 to 1996, 2001 to 2006, and 2011 to 2016. (ANI)
July 25, 2025 Friday India This Week Giffard Memorial Hospital: A Century of Care, Healing and Hope By Elisha Pulivarti Silver Spring, Maryland — Warmest congratulations to the North American Alumni of Giffard Memorial Hospital (GMH) on the joyous occasion of its Centennial Celebration, held at the Southern Asian Seventhday Adventist Church in Silver Spring, Maryland. The event marked a century of unwavering commitment to compassionate care, community service, and medical excellence. Thousands of alumni, former staff, and well-wishers gathered for this historic milestone, celebrating a legacy of healing hands and faithful hearts. The occasion was not only a reunion of memories but a tribute to a vision that began over a century ago and continues to inspire generations. A Legacy Rooted in Service and Faith The story of Giffard Memorial Hospital began in 1925, through a trust agreement between Shri Rajah Sobhanadri Apparao Zamindar of Telaprolu and the India Financial Association of the Seventh-day Adventist Church. The negotiations, spearheaded by Dr. William H. Flaiz, led to the formal establishment of the hospital in Nuzvid, Andhra Pradesh, India. It was inaugurated as a beacon of hope for the rural and underserved communities of the region. Over the years, GMH evolved from a modest medical outpost to a fully-fledged institution, overcoming numerous challenges and expanding its reach. Pioneering Education and Health Services In 1927, the hospital initiated its School of Nursing, informally under the guidance of Mrs. Coyne. By 1945, it was officially recognized by the government and began operating under the examining board of the Christian Medical Association of India. The hospital continued to expand its services and departments, including: School of Medical Technology, Eye Department, Dental and Community Health Services, Chaplaincy and Spiritual Care Ministries. Professor Dr. Eliah D. Srikakolli, President and CEO for METAS Group of Institutions was Honored with the Highest Award from the President of the United States of America with the “President’s Lifetime Achievement Award” for his contributions and dedication and commitment to the public good in healthcare and education. Each department became a critical part of GMH’s holistic approach to healthcare—addressing not just physical ailments, but the emotional and spiritual well-being of patients. Modernization and Growth In 1991, GMH embarked on a major modernization project, culminating in the construction of a four-story, 150-bed hospital complex. This marked a new era in GMH's journey, equipped with improved facilities and advanced medical care, reinforcing its mission to serve with dignity and love. Tribute to Selfless Service Throughout its 100-year history, GMH has been blessed with the tireless dedication of countless doctors, nurses, and support staff. Special recognition was given to: Dr. Hiscox, who served the hospital for over 45 years, Dr. Genevieve E. McWilliams, Miss Marion Miller, Miss Ella May Stoneburner, B. S. Solomon, Y. Daniel, Sadanala Joseph, Mrs. Grace Anandam, Mr. & Mrs. Jacob Messarapu, and Pastor N. V. Jesudas. These individuals represent the spirit of sacrificial service that has defined GMH across generations. Looking Ahead with Gratitude As GMH commemorates 100 years of service, gratitude abounds—for the lives touched, the healing administered, and the unwavering faith that sustained its mission. God’s blessings have been evident in every chapter of its story, and the contributions of medical professionals— past and present—have made a profound impact on thousands of families. May the legacy of Giffard Memorial Hospital continue to thrive for the next century, ever guided by its founding principles of care, hope, healing, and faith. Remember: “Jesus saith unto him, I am the way, the truth, and the life: no man cometh unto the Father, but Jesus Christ by me.”
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July 25, 2025 Friday India This Week Noida unit of Uttar Pradesh STF busts illegal embassy running in Ghaziabad, one arrested Noida (Uttar Pradesh) [India], July 23 (ANI): The Noida unit of the Uttar Pradesh Special Task Force (STF) busted an illegal embassy in Ghaziabad and arrested an accused who was running the illegal West Arctic Embassy by taking a rented house in Kavinagar, calling himself Consul/Ambassador, and travelling in vehicles with diplomatic number plates, ADG Law and Order, Uttar Pradesh, said. Additional Director General of Police (ADG) Law and Order, Uttar Pradesh said, “Noida unit of UP STF busted an illegal embassy running in Ghaziabad and arrested Harsh Vardhan Jain, who was running an illegal West Arctic Embassy by taking a rented house in Kavinagar calling himself Consul/ Ambassador of countries like West Arctica, Saborga, Poulvia, Lodonia and travels in vehicles with diplomatic number plates.” The ADG further stated that documents of many companies have been recovered.”Four vehicles with diplomatic number plates. 12 diplomatic passports of micronation countries. Forged documents with the seal of Ministry of External Affairs. Two forged PAN cards. 34 seals of different countries and companies. 2 forged press cards. Rs 44,70,000 in cash. Foreign currency of many countries. Documents of many companies have been recovered,” ADG Law and Order further stated. According to the Police the arrested suspect Harshvardhan Jain used to portray himself as ambassador of nations like West Arctica, Sabroga, Poulvia and Lodonia. Multiple fake stamps, passports, diplomatic registration plates, cash- both foreign and domestic have been recovered in the raid. SSP STF Sushil Ghule said, “UP STF Noida unit on July 22 in Ghaziabad has arrested an accused running an illegal embassy. His name is Harsh Vardhan Jain. He lives in Kavinagar, Ghaziabad. He Theft, assault in US may lead to revocation of visas: Embassy states New Delhi [India], July 17 (ANI): The US Embassy in India on Thursday issued a warning that committing crimes such as assault, theft, or burglary while in the United States can result in the revocation of an individual’s visa and make them ineligible for future US visas. In a post on X, the Embassy wrote: “Committing assault, theft, or burglary in the United States won’t just cause you legal issues — it could lead to your visa being revoked and make you ineligible for future U.S. visas. The United States values law and order and expects foreign visitors to follow all U.S. laws.” The advisory comes amid US President Donald Trump’s renewed push to deport undocumented immigrants and those convicted of crimes. According to the Office of the United Nations High Commissioner for Human Rights, more than 1,42,000 people were deported from the US between January 20 and April 29 of this year. US law treats theft and related crimes seriously, with penalties varying by state and depending on the value of goods stolen and the circumstances of the crime. Federal law also prohibits certain theft-related activities, with statutes referring to offences as larceny, embezzlement, robbery, and burglary. As per the US Department of Justice, most states grant merchants the right to approach and detain suspected shoplifters in a limited way, and many also allow civil lawsuits by store owners against of- fenders. In general, shoplifting goods worth under USD 300 is charged as a Class A misdemeanour, carrying up to one year in jail and a fine of up to USD 2,500. Theft involving property worth more than USD 300 is treated as a Class 4 felony, punishable by fines up to USD 25,000 and imprisonment ranging from one to three years. The Embassy’s statement underscores the growing emphasis on adherence to US laws by foreign visitors, as violations may carry immigration consequences in addition to criminal penalties. (ANI) used to talk to people calling himself Ambassador of countries like West Arctica, Saborga, Poulvia, Lodonia. Some vehicles have been seized from him on which he has placed some diplo- matic number plates which are not approved. He also used morphed photographs with well known dignitaries. He used to make fake promises to provide jobs abroad. Through shell com- panies he used to run Hawala racket.””He was also arrested in 2011. A satellite phone was seized at that time. 12 passports have been seized from him,” he added. (ANI) Tree felling in Kancha Gachibowli: Sustainable development is important, but forests cannot be destroyed overnight, says SC New Delhi [India], July 23 (ANI): The Supreme Court on Wednesday, while hearing the suo motu case of deforestation in the Kancha Gachibowli forest area in Telangana, said that while sustainable development is important, it does not mean that forests can be destroyed overnight with bulldozers. A bench of Chief Justice of India BR Gavai and Justices Vinod Chandran and Joymalya Bagchi criticised the Telangana government for destroying the Kancha Gachibowli forest land overnight. “I am an advocate of sustainable development, but that does not mean employ 30 bulldozers overnight and destroy all forest land,” the CJI said. The apex court was hearing a suo motu case initiated in the wake of large-scale felling of trees by the state in the forest area of Kancha Gachibowli. Earlier, it had warned the Telangana government of stern action if no decision was taken on the restoration of the Kancha Gachibowli forest in the state. It had told the state authorities to either restore the lost forest cover or face consequences. The apex court had directed the wildlife warden of Telangana to examine and take immediate steps to protect the wildlife affected on account of deforestation in 100 acres of land in Kancha Gachibowli. It had made it clear that not even a single tree should be felled in the area. It had also warned Telangana authorities about sending its officers responsible for deforestation to a “temporary prison” in the “very same spot” if the state justified the felling of trees. While taking suo moto cognisance of the felling of trees at the forest area in Kancha Gachibowli in Telangana, the bench had stayed the felling of trees at the site and warned the Chief Secretary of the consequences if its order was not complied with. It had ordered that until further orders, there shall be no activity of any sort at the site, except protection of trees already existing. The land is located in the IT hub of Hyderabad and has become contentious, with people expressing concerns over the loss of green cover and space for wildlife there. University of Hyderabad students were protesting against the auction of the land and want the land to be transferred to the university. (ANI)
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July 25, 2025 Friday India This Week J-K: Indian Army deploys helicopter, saves life in high-risk operation in Rajouri river Rajouri (Jammu and Kashmir) [India], July 23 (ANI): In a high-risk rescue operation, the Indian Army, along with the State Disaster Response Force (SDRF), local police, and civilian divers, successfully rescued a minor boy who was trapped in the middle of a flooded river in Rajouri. According to a release, the incident occurred following heavy rainfall in the region, which led to the sudden rise in water levels of the Rajouri river. Eyewitnesses reported the boy had become stranded on a rock in the middle of the surging waters, with no escape route as the current intensified.Upon receiving the alert, a joint rescue operation was launched. Local administration swiftly coordinated efforts with SDRF and police units, while the Indian Army was called in for aerial support due to the precarious nature of the situation. A military helicopter was deployed, showcasing prompt and courageous action by the armed forces in coordination with ground teams. Despite strong currents and ongoing rainfall, the coordinated team managed to reach the boy and safely airlift him to a secure location. The successful rescue operation has been widely appreciated by locals and civil authorities, with many calling it a heroic example of time- The Poetic Pen INDIA THIS WEEK- July 25, 2025 Useful Idiots Why would you serve another’s mission, Without rethinking its ultimate goal? When the dust settles and truth appears, You may find yourself the culprit— A servant to a cause With no purpose but to harm, An enemy not your own, For whom you lent your precious time— Ignoring your joy, success, or peace— And burned your wick in vain. There is no place to hide when the mission You served with zeal reveals its true face. The jury returns with vengeance, To avenge the souls you’ve harmed— And make you pay your dues. If the cause is to destroy another’s life, Why serve the plotters and ruin your own? When the tables turn against you, The masters you served will not stand by you. And when the harvest comes— A harvest multiplied for every deed— You will be alone, For you served evil monsters Without a thought for your future, Now haunted by your legacy As a “useful idiot.” by Rajan George ly action and inter-agency cooperation. The boy is reported to be safe and under medical observation.Rajouri DM Abhishek Sharma said, “They are risking their own lives and saving the lives of others. All teams were deployed here so that we could save his life at all costs,” saysThis incident once again highlights the importance of swift emergency response infrastructure and the unwavering commitment of security forces in safeguarding civilian lives during natural calamities. (ANI) Delink CEO’s office from state, create separate Election Dept: ECI to Bengal govt Kolkata (West Bengal) [India], July 23 (ANI): The Election Commission of India (ECI) has directed the West Bengal government to establish a separate Election Department, completely delinked from any other department of the government, citing the Chief Electoral Officer’s (CEO) current lack of financial and administrative autonomy. In the letter sent by ECI Under Secretary Ashutosh M. to West Bengal Chief Secretary Manoj Pant, on Tuesday, the ECI said, “The Commission has noted lack of financial and administrative autonomy available to CEO, West Bengal, in the existing arrangement, wherein CEO’s office functions with limited financial powers relying on a minor permanent advance from the Finance Department.” The letter further INDIA THIS WEEK Phone: 301-445-0200; 301-917-4800 www.indiathisweek.online India This Week is published every Friday by ADV Solutions Inc, Views expressed in this paper are those of the individual writers and not necessarily of India This Week. India This Week accepts no liability for the errors in advertisements or in any of its reports. For remedial actions any errors should be brought to the attention of the editor by the information provided below. Publisher: Dr. Babu Stephen Chief Editor: Rajan George Contributing Editors: Saju Mathew Isaac George Asst. Editors: Manu Jacob Sherena Panjikkaran Special Business Correspondent Elisha B. Pulivarti Business Coordinators Rajan C. George Jithu Johny Panjikkaran Dr. Renuka Misra, Special Correspondent: Geeta Goindi Community Coordinator: Prof. Vinod Goel India Office Manesh Krishna Columnists: Anadi Naik World Religions Dr. Sam Prasad Jillella Photo Journalist: Mathew Karmel, System Admn. & Maintenance: Rajan C. George Layout & Graphics: Prinston Samuel, Business Affairs: Mrs. Molly George CALL US • 301-445-0200 • 301-917-4800 e-Mails: Advertisements: indiathisweekads@gmail.com Press Releases: indiathisweekpress@yahoo.com Web: www.indiathisweek.online mentions that the CEO’s office has been categorised as a subordinate branch of the Home & Hill Affairs Department, which is led by a Principal Secretary-level officer, despite the CEO himself holding the rank of Additional Chief Secretary. ECI stated that to ensure functional and institutional independence, the Election Department should have a dedicated budget head. This will facilitate full financial and administrative autonomy to the CEO, as required for the effective and impartial conduct of elections. The letter further directed that the Chief Electoral Officer, West Bengal, be vested with suitable financial powers at par to those of Additional Chief Secretary, Principal Secretary, or Secretary-level officers in other departments. Additionally, a separate Financial Advisor should be appointed to support the CEO in discharging official duties effectively.The Commission also requested that the state government fill the four vacant posts of Additional/ Joint/Deputy CEOs in the CEO’s office, in consulta- tion with the Commission, to ensure institutional preparedness and seamless coordination ahead of the upcoming West Bengal Assembly elections. The direction comes amid criticism from opposition parties of the ECI over the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of electoral rolls in Bihar. The ruling Trinamool Congress has said that they will oppose similar excise in West Bengal. Meanwhile, more than 52.30 lakh voters were not found at their registered addresses during the ongoing SIR of electoral rolls in Bihar, the ECI said on Tuesday. According to the poll body, 52,30,126 electors, amounting to 6.62 per cent of the state’s total registered voters, were either deceased, had shifted permanently, were enrolled at multiple locations, or were untraceable.Of the total, nearly 18.5 lakh electors were reported as deceased, 26 lakh had permanently shifted, and nearly 7.5 lakh electors were found to be enrolled at multiple places, and around 11,000 voters were not traceable. (ANI) Remember: “If ye continue in my word, then are ye my disciples indeed; And ye shall know the truth, and the truth shall make you free. ” Jesus Christ
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India This Week July 25, 2025 Friday India will sign trade deals only if they serve national interest, Piyush Goyal reiterates government’s stand Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], July 19, (ANI): Union Minister of Commerce and Industry, Piyush Goyal, again reiterated the government’s stand on trade deals, stating that India will enter into international trade agreements only if they serve the country’s interests.Union Minister of Commerce and Industry, while addressing the session ‘Creating Global Impact Towards Viksit Bharat’, organised by ASSOCHAM, said, “If India gets a good trade deal, we will go ahead with it. If not, we won’t, the Minister stated firmly.”India always keeps the country’s interest first,” he added.Talking to reporters after the event, the Minister further said, “I’ve already mentioned that we don’t negotiate through media, we negotiate in the negotiating room. Talks are ongoing, and once the team is back, we will get feedback on the response and the progress.” Speaking to the industry leaders and entrepreneurs, the Minister stressed the importance of mindset change within the Micro, Small, and Medium Enterprises (MSME) sector.He called for a shift towards collective growth and mutual support between small and large firms. “We need targets, guidance, and a change in mindset. Big or small, firms must grow together,” he added. “We must support each other and be vocal for local,” he said.He also emphasised the importance of Micro, Small, and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs), focusing on research, innovation, quality, and scaling up to compete globally. The Minister urged MSME stakeholders to actively inform the government about non-tariff barriers that are affecting their businesses. Speaking to an industry player, Goyal stated that the government will address the industry’s concerns and work towards resolving them only if industry players convey their concerns. Reflecting on the broader economic framework, the Minister compared the current banking system with that under the previous UPA government. He noted that the PM Modi-led administration had successfully restructured the banking sector.Goyal stated that during the UPA regime, the banking sector collapsed under rising NPAs. “We have restructured it in a transparent manner. Today, the banking system is robust and performing well,” the Union Minister added. “Justice was delivered, but Punjab: BSF intercepts 2 late…”: Family of acquitted Pakistani drones carrying 2006 Mumbai blasts accused heroin in Amritsar Jalgaon (Maharashtra) [India], July 23 (ANI): Asif Khan from Maharashtra‘s Jalgaon is one of the 12 people acquitted by the Bombay High Court on Monday in the 2006 Mumbai train blasts case. As he returns to his family after spending 19 years in jail, they express their happiness. However, they also said that justice was delayed, asking who would compensate them for the lost years.”I am extremely happy. Justice was delivered, but late,” Nishat Asif Khan, Asif Khan‘s wife, told ANI.”More than half of our lives are gone. Who will compensate for that?… We faced numerous difficulties,” she added. She said that when the police arrested her husband, their younger daughter was just two years old, another daughter was four years old, and the elder son was eight years old.”No one can fill the void of a father… When the blast happened, our son had called him and he had said, ‘I am just coming home’… At that time, all of us in the family lived together in Mumbai… He was falsely framed through false allegations… He will come home tomorrow morning,” she said. Asif Khan‘s mother, Husna Bano Bashir Khan, told ANI that her “innocent” son received justice late. “We were very happy that he was released with honour. He got justice, but too late… My child was innocent… The last 19 years were spent in a lot of pain… His father had passed away 14 years ago in grief. He kept waiting… We can never get back these past years of his life,” she said.”We haven’t seen our son’s face in so many years. We had met him five to six years ago. The conditions at home were not such that we could go and meet him again and again. Even when we could go and meet him, we were allowed to only talk for 20 minutes,” she added.Meanwhile, the Maharashtra government has filed an appeal in the Supreme Court challenging the Bombay High Court‘s order. The plea was men- tioned on Tuesday before a bench led by the Chief Justice of India (CJI) BR Gavai, by Solicitor General of India (SGI) Tushar Mehta, who requested that the plea be taken up urgently by the top court. The Court listed the matter for hearing on Thursday, July 24. The High Court had on Monday acquitted the twelve accused persons, noting that the Maharashtra Anti-Terrorism Squad (ATS) had failed to prove the offences beyond a reasonable doubt.In doing so, the High Court set aside a September 2015 judgment of the Maharashtra Control of Organised Crimes Act (MCOCA) court that had imposed the death penalty on 5 of the 12 accused persons and had sentenced the remaining 7 to life. (ANI) To Place Advertisements Call: 301-917-4800/301-445-00200 Email: indiathisweekads@gmail.com www.indiathisweek.us Amritsar (Punjab) [India], July 23 (ANI): In another successful counter-drone operation, the Border Security Force (BSF) intercepted and recovered two narcotics-laden drones in Punjab‘s Amritsar on Tuesday afternoon. In a press release, the BSF stated that technical countermeasures deployed on the border intercepted and neutralised two drones on the Amritsar border, which were subsequently recovered by BSF troops. The recovery of 02 DJI Mavic 3 Classic drones along with 02 packets of heroin (Gross weight- 1.130 Kgs) took place from an area adjacent to the village, Dhanoe Kalan, as per the release. The release further stated, “These successful recoveries of drones with narcotics highlight the perfect combination of robust technical countermeasures and alert BSF troops deployed on borders, who are committed to decimate nefarious designs of cross-border Pakistani drug syndicate.”On Sunday, the BSF recovered the upper body of a pistol, four magazines and a drone in two significant operations with a large heroin packet in Punjab‘s Tarn Taran. According to the release, “On Sunday early morning, the BSF troops carried out a search operation, which culminated in the recovery of one packet containing the upper body of a pistol and four magazines wrapped in yellow adhesive tape with an iron ring and a torch attached to it. This recovery took place from a waterlogged paddy field adjacent to the village of Wan.”In another incident in the morning hours, acting on specific information, a joint search operation was conducted by the BSF and Punjab Police, which led to the recovery of one DJI Matrice 300 RTK drone carrying 01 large packet of heroin (Gross Weight3.700 Kgs) from a farming field adjacent to villageShekhpura of district Tarn Taran. The narcotics packet, wrapped in yellow colour adhesive tape, was found attached to the drone with the help of a metal ring.Reliable input and keen observation, followed by swift action of BSF troops, once again thwarted these nefarious attempts of Pakistan-based smugglers trying to pump drugs and arms in Punjab from across the border. (ANI)
July 25, 2025 Friday Annual Gurmat Youth Camp Empowers Sikh Youth Through Spiritual Learning and Leadership Fairfax, VA – July 13, 2025: With the grace of Satguru, the week-long Annual Gurmat Youth Camp at the Sikh Foundation of Virginia concluded successfully on Sunday, July 13, 2025. The camp brought together seventy-five children and youth, ranging in age from 3 to 22, for a week of spiritual enrichment, cultural engagement, and leadership development. Participants immersed themselves in a variety of activities, including Keertan, Gurbani recitation, Sikh history, arts and crafts, debates, and thoughtful discussions. Older youth engaged in meaningful conversations about the relevance of Amrit and its significance in today’s world. The camp’s core mission was to teach Gurmat beyond rituals and external appearances. It emphasized a deeper understanding of Gurbani and its application in daily life. Through interactive workshops and sessions, young participants explored the spiritual teachings of Sikhism in an environment that nurtured both learning and leadership. Many of the workshops were led by older youth, who took on mentorship roles, inspiring and guiding younger campers. Their active par- ticipation marked a proud moment for the coordinators, who were encouraged to see the next generation stepping up as future leaders of the community. This year’s camp theme was centered on the Shabad: “Amrit Kee Saar Soyee Jaanay Je Amrit Ka Vapaari Jio.” (“Only one who truly understands the 9 essence of Amrit can be called a true trader of Amrit.”) The camp successfully instilled not only knowledge, but also a sense of responsibility and identity in the youth, continuing the legacy of Sikh values, devotion, and service for generations to come. Market watch: Investors eye tariff Talks, economic indicators, forex decline, earnings Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], July 20 (ANI): Participants in the Indian stock markets will closely monitor ongoing tariff-related discussions, high-frequency indicators from both the US and India, two consecutive declines in foreign exchange reserves, and the earnings of companies.According to market analysts, the first trading day of the market will be crucial, as investors will react to the first-quarter results of heavyweights such as Reliance Industries, HDFC Bank, and ICICI Bank.”Going ahead, Monday’s trading session will be crucial for the index as heavyweights like Reliance Industries, HDFC Bank, and ICICI Bank are set to announce their Q1 results over the weekend. The reaction to these earnings could provide near-term direction and either amplify the current trend or spark a reversal,” Sudeep Shah, Head – Technical and Derivative Research, SBI Securities. Shah added that one of the key developments to watch is the ongoing tariff-related discussions between India and the US.”Any escalation or resolution in these talks could have a direct impact on trade dynamics, especially in sectors like pharmaceuticals, IT services, and industrial goods,” Shah added. In its weekly outlook note, Bajaj Broking Research stated that the upcoming week will bring a mix of high-frequency indicators from both the US and India, offering insights into manufacturing activity, housing health, and labour market strength.”In the US, attention will turn to Existing Home Sales (June) on July 23, which could highlight the resilience (or weakness) in the housing market amidst sticky mortgage rates. A day later, markets will keenly watch the Initial Jobless Claims, a critical labour market pulse, alongside the S&P Global Manufacturing PMI (Preliminary) for July. Any softening in jobless claims or stabilisation in PMI could boost investor sentiment, particularly if recession concerns re-emerge,” the Bajaj Broking Research added in the note. On the Indian front, according to the note, the key data point will be the S&P Global Manufacturing PMI (Preliminary) for July, due on July 24.The manufacturing sector has shown steady expansion in recent months, and investors will look for signs of sustained momentum.”Additionally, FX Reserves data on July 25 will be tracked to assess the RBI’s intervention stance and the strength of India’s external buffers amidst global currency fluctuations,” Bajaj Broking’s note added. On Friday, Indian equity benchmarks ended in the negative zone after trading lower as market participants reacted to the first quarter (Q1FY26) earnings of the finance and IT sectors, despite positive global cues.On the sectoral front, except for metal and media, all other indices traded in the red with pharma, PSU banks, FMCG, capital goods, consumer durables, and telecom down 0.5-1 per cent. The banking benchmark index Bank Nifty also extended its los- ing streak, ending in the red for the third consecutive week.Reacting to the market’s movement, Vinod Nair, Head of Research, Geojit Investments Limited, said elevated valuations in large-cap stocks, coupled with significant net short positions held by Foreign Institutional Investors (FIIs), have contributed to a cautious sentiment among investors.Domestic Institutional Investors (DIIs) were net buyers and Foreign Institutional Investors (FIIs) were net sellers during the week. (ANI) Gujarat ATS arrests four Al Qaeda operatives in coordinated crackdown Ahmedabad (Gujarat) [India], July 23 (ANI): The Gujarat Anti-Terrorism Squad (ATS) has arrested four terrorists with alleged links to Al Qaeda in the Indian Subcontinent (AQIS), officials said on Wednesday. The arrested accused have been identified as Mohd Faiq from Delhi, Mohd Fardeen from Ah- medabad, Sefullah Kureshi from Modasa in Aravalli, and Zeeshan Ali from Noida, Uttar Pradesh. Confirming the arrests, Gujarat ATS DIG Sunil Joshi said all four suspects were under surveillance for activities suspected to be connected to AQIS, a proscribed terror outfit affiliated with Al Qaeda. The operation was conducted based on specific intelligence inputs and coordinated surveillance, he added. Further details are awaited. (ANI)
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