India – A Roundup of Significant Articles on ForeignAffairs.co.nz for May 2, 2025

India: Here is a summary of significant articles published on ForeignAffairs.co.nz on May 2, 2025.

MIL-OSI Security: Ashland man sentenced to more than 12 years in prison for trafficking meth on the Northern Cheyenne Indian Reservation
Source: Office of United States Attorneys BILLINGS – An Ashland man who trafficked methamphetamine on the Northern Cheyenne Indian Reservation was sentenced today to 151 months in prison to be followed by 4 years of supervised release, U.S. Attorney Kurt Alme said. Joe Vega, 49, pleaded guilty in July 2024 to possession with intent to […]

MIL-OSI: Fairfax India Holdings Corporation First Quarter Financial Results
Source: GlobeNewswire (MIL-OSI) NOT FOR DISTRIBUTION TO U.S. NEWS WIRE SERVICES OR DISSEMINATION IN THE UNITED STATES (Note:   All dollar amounts in this press release are expressed in U.S. dollars except as otherwise noted. The financial results are derived from unaudited financial statements prepared using the recognition and measurement requirements of International Financial Reporting […]

MIL-OSI Asia-Pac: Brainstorming Session on Pumped Storage Projects to Power India’s Renewable Future organized at Scope Complex
Source: Government of India Posted On: 01 MAY 2025 6:53PM by PIB Delhi A high-level Brainstorming Session on “Pumped Storage Projects: Powering India’s Renewable Future” was successfully organized today at the SCOPE Convention Centre, New Delhi, by THDC India Ltd. and Central Electricity Authority (CEA) in association with NTPC, with the support of CBIP & […]

MIL-OSI Asia-Pac: WAVES 2025 witnesses exchange of ideas on the future of Indian Media & Entertainment Industry
Source: Government of India WAVES 2025 witnesses exchange of ideas on the future of Indian Media & Entertainment IndustryIndian M&E @100: Reimagining the Future of Media and Entertainment at WAVES 2025 Posted On: 01 MAY 2025 7:15PM by PIB Mumbai Mumbai, 1 May 2025   The inaugural day of WAVES 2025 at the Jio World […]

MIL-OSI Asia-Pac: AI Meets Creativity: Industry Leaders Outline India’s Role in the Future of Digital Expression at WAVES 2025
Source: Government of India AI Meets Creativity: Industry Leaders Outline India’s Role in the Future of Digital Expression at WAVES 2025“AI isn’t here to replace jobs—it’s a means to an end.” — Richard Kerris, NVIDIA “Creativity has transformed every industry.” — Shantanu Narayen, Adobe Posted On: 01 MAY 2025 8:52PM by PIB Mumbai Mumbai, May […]

MIL-OSI Asia-Pac: WAVES 2025 highlights India’s Evolving Broadcast Regulatory Landscape and its Future Challenges
Source: Government of India Posted On: 01 MAY 2025 8:14PM by PIB Mumbai Mumbai, 1 May 2025   The media and entertainment (M&E) sector’s evolving landscape and the need for a balanced regulatory framework took prominence at the breakout sessions held as part of the global summit WAVES 2025 which was kickstarted in Mumbai today. […]

MIL-OSI Asia-Pac: India Post Payments Bank Reiterates its Commitment to the Labour Force of India, this Labour Day
Source: Government of India Posted On: 01 MAY 2025 8:22PM by PIB Delhi IPPB introduced Antyodaya Shramik Suraksha Yojana in 2023, an affordable insurance scheme aimed at providing comprehensive coverage and protection to the unorganized sector workers. On the occasion of Labour Day, India Post Payments Bank reiterates its commitment to the welfare of Shramiks […]

MIL-OSI Asia-Pac: India Advocates Global Action on Chemicals and Waste at BRS COPs 2025
Source: Government of India India Advocates Global Action on Chemicals and Waste at BRS COPs 2025Union Minister for Environment Forest & Climate Change Shri Bhupender Yadav leads Indian Delegation at high-level Segment in Geneva Shri Yadav emphasizes India’s Regulatory Framework and Global Leadership on Plastic Pollution Posted On: 01 MAY 2025 8:27PM by PIB Delhi […]

MIL-OSI Asia-Pac: Mukesh Ambani Unveils Vision for India-Led Global Entertainment Revolution at WAVES 2025
Source: Government of India Mukesh Ambani Unveils Vision for India-Led Global Entertainment Revolution at WAVES 2025Let ‘WAVES’ be the message of hope from a resurgent new India to the world: Mukesh Ambani Media & Entertainment is not just India’s soft power—It’s India’s real power: Ambani Posted On: 01 MAY 2025 8:32PM by PIB Mumbai Mumbai, […]

MIL-OSI Asia-Pac: Assamese Filmmakers and Actors join the Discussion on “Challenges and Prospects of Cinema in Northeast India” at WAVES 2025
Source: Government of India Assamese Filmmakers and Actors join the Discussion on “Challenges and Prospects of Cinema in Northeast India” at WAVES 2025Northeast is a reservoir of talent: Jahnu Barua “Assam needs OTT platforms to better market its films”, says Jatin Bora Our languages carry centuries of oral history: Aimee Barua Posted On: 01 MAY […]

MIL-OSI USA: SBA Relief Available to Indiana Small Businesses and Private Nonprofits Affected by September Drought
Source: United States Small Business Administration ATLANTA – The U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) is reminding small businesses and private nonprofit (PNP)organizations of the May 30, deadline to apply for low interest federal disaster loans to offset economic losses caused by the drought beginning Sep. 24, 2024.  The disaster declaration covers Dearborn, Decatur, Fayette, Franklin, […]

MIL-OSI Security: Lame Deer Man Sentenced to Two Years in Prison for Trafficking Methamphetamine on the Northern Cheyenne Indian Reservation
Source: Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) State Crime Alerts (c) BILLINGS – A Lame Deer man who distributed methamphetamine on the Northern Cheyenne Indian Reservation was sentenced today to 24 months in prison to be followed by 6 years of supervised release, U.S. Attorney Kurt Alme said. Shannon Tyrone Seminole, 50, pleaded guilty in October […]

MIL-OSI Asia-Pac: Union Minister of State Dr. L. Murugan to Launch White Paper on India’s Live Events Economy: A Strategic Growth Imperative at WAVES 2025
Source: Government of India Union Minister of State Dr. L. Murugan to Launch White Paper on India’s Live Events Economy: A Strategic Growth Imperative at WAVES 2025India poised to emerge among the top five global entertainment destinations by 2030 Live Events to be one of the fastest-growing verticals in India’s M&E ecosystem Posted On: 01 […]

MIL-OSI Asia-Pac: LIEUTENANT GENERAL MV SUCHINDRA KUMAR RELINQUISHES COMMAND OF INDIAN ARMY’S NORTHERN COMMAND
Source: Government of India Posted On: 01 MAY 2025 3:27PM by PIB Delhi Lieutenant General MV Suchindra Kumar, relinquished the Command of Indian Army’s Northern Command on 30th April 2025, after completing an illustrious career of four decades in the Indian Army. In a solemn ceremony on his departure, the GOC-in-C paid homage to the […]

MIL-OSI Asia-Pac: LIEUTENANT GENERAL PRATIK SHARMA TAKES OVER COMMAND OF INDIAN ARMY’S NORTHERN COMMAND
Source: Government of India Posted On: 01 MAY 2025 3:28PM by PIB Delhi Lieutenant General Pratik Sharma assumed the appointment of General Officer Commanding-in-Chief (GOC-in-C), Northern Command today. A highly decorated officer, Lieutenant General Pratik Sharma is an alumnus of NDA, Khadakwasla, Indian Military Academy, Dehradun and Defence Services Staff College, Wellington. He was commissioned […]

MIL-OSI Asia-Pac: NHRC, India calls for preventive measures by 11 States to protect the lives of vulnerable people from heat waves in this summer
Source: Government of India NHRC, India calls for preventive measures by 11 States to protect the lives of vulnerable people from heat waves in this summerHighlights the NCRB data of 3,798 deaths between 2018 to 2022 due to heat and sun strokes Emphasizes the risk to the economically weaker sections, outdoor workers, the elderly, children, […]

MIL-OSI Asia-Pac: WAVES 2025 Opens with discussion on “Legends & Legacies: The Stories That Shaped India’s Soul”
Source: Government of India WAVES 2025 Opens with discussion on “Legends & Legacies: The Stories That Shaped India’s Soul”“WAVES is a beautiful initiative by the Government of India. I’m glad to be part of it:” Hema Malini “I don’t differentiate between art and commercial cinema – it’s storytelling that moves people:” Mohanlal “Acting has been […]

MIL-OSI Asia-Pac: Union Minister Jyotiraditya Scindia Holds Investor Interactions in Mumbai; Ambani, Birla, Tata Express Interest in Northeast Region
Source: Government of India Posted On: 01 MAY 2025 9:06AM by PIB Delhi Union Minister Shri Jyotiraditya M. Scindia said, “Aim is to develop the region into India’s growth region by including all 8 states together.” Industry leaders show keen interest in NER. Rising Northeast Investment Summit 2025 to be held on May 23-24 at […]

MIL-OSI Asia-Pac: AIR MARSHAL SP DHARKAR RETIRES AS VICE CHIEF OF THE AIR STAFF, INDIAN AIR FORCE
Source: Government of India Posted On: 01 MAY 2025 9:40AM by PIB Delhi Air Marshal SP Dharkar retired as Vice Chief of the Air Staff on 30 April 2025, on superannuation from the Indian Air Force (IAF), after completion of 40 years of illustrious service to the nation. Air Marshal Dharkar was commissioned on 14 […]

MIL-OSI Asia-Pac: NHRC, India takes suo motu cognizance of the media report about more than 100 children falling ill after consuming mid-day meal in the Mokama area of Patna, Bihar
Source: Government of India NHRC, India takes suo motu cognizance of the media report about more than 100 children falling ill after consuming mid-day meal in the Mokama area of Patna, BiharReportedly, the cook served the food to the children after removing a dead snake from it Issues notices to the Chief Secretary, Bihar and […]