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  • MIL-OSI Asia-Pac: Vigilance Awareness Week 2024: Secretary Ministry Of Minority Affairs Administered an Integrity pledge to Officers/ Officials

    Source: Government of India

    Posted On: 28 OCT 2024 5:45PM by PIB Delhi

    As part of Vigilance Awareness Week 2024, observed from October 28 to November 3, the theme this year is “Culture of Integrity for Nation’s Prosperity.” To mark the occasion, the Secretary of the Ministry of Minority Affairs administered an integrity pledge to all officers and officials on October 28, 2024.

    This initiative, organised by the Central Vigilance Commission (CVC), emphasises the importance of ethics and transparency in governance and public administration. The pledge reflects the Ministry’s commitment to uphold the highest standards of integrity and accountability in professional conduct.

    Vigilance Awareness Week serves as a critical platform for fostering a collective effort to combat corruption, encouraging participation from all stakeholders—government entities, citizens, and the private sector. The Ministry is dedicated to promoting a culture of integrity that will contribute to the nation’s prosperity.

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  • MIL-OSI Asia-Pac: Livestock Census: Empowering Farmers and Driving Rural Prosperity

    Source: Government of India (2)

    Ministry of Fisheries, Animal Husbandry & Dairying

    Livestock Census: Empowering Farmers and Driving Rural Prosperity

    Posted On: 28 OCT 2024 5:10PM by PIB Delhi

    Click here for more detail:- Livestock Census: Empowering Farmers and Driving Rural Prosperity

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  • MIL-OSI Asia-Pac: SAIL observes Vigilance Awareness Week 2024

    Source: Government of India (2)

    Posted On: 28 OCT 2024 5:00PM by PIB Delhi

    Steel Authority of India Limited (SAIL) today inaugurated Vigilance Awareness Week (VAW) from 28th October till 3rd November, 2024 to promote integrity, transparency and ethical practices in SAIL. The program commenced at SAIL’s Corporate Office with Shri Amarendu Prakash, Chairman, SAIL, Shri VS Chakravarthy, Director (Commercial), Shri AK Tulsiani, Director (Finance), Shri KK Singh, Director (Personnel), Shri AK Singh, Director (Technical, Projects & Raw Materials) and Shri SN Gupta, CVO, SAIL offering floral tributes to Bharat Ratna Sardar Vallabh Bhai Patel. Thereafter, Integrity pledge was administered by Shri Amarendu Prakash, Chairman, SAIL to the SAIL collective.

    The VAW will see an array of activities across SAIL Plants and Units aimed at reinforcing ethical standards within SAIL. These activities include slogan writing, quiz, painting competitions and interactive sessions among others. SAIL employees, family members and students across SAIL Plants and Units will be participating in these activities. During the VAW Campaign period (from 15th August to 15th November, 2024), various outreach programmes such as Gram Sabhas, Vendor meets, programmes / activities by Ethics Clubs in SAIL townships are being conducted in SAIL Plants and Units to create awareness among stakeholders & school children.

    Shri Amarendu Prakash addressed the SAIL collective and said, “Integrity is not just about compliance, it is about building a culture where ethical behavior is second nature. Our commitment to integrity and transparency is an important factor in driving our organization’s success”. Shri S N Gupta, CVO, SAIL while addressing the gathering, highlighted the need for review of existing systems and procedures with a view to enhance transparency & accountability.

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  • MIL-OSI Asia-Pac: English rendering of Prime Minister’s Speech at the Inauguration Ceremony of the C-295 Aircraft Factory

    Source: Government of India (2)

    Posted On: 28 OCT 2024 4:58PM by PIB Delhi

    Excellency Pedro Sanchez, Governor of Gujarat Acharya Devvrat ji, Bharat’s Defence Minister Shri Rajnath Singh ji, Foreign Minister Shri S. Jaishankar ji, the popular Chief Minister of Gujarat Shri Bhupendrabhai Patel, Ministers from Spain and the State Government, all members of the Airbus and Tata teams, ladies and gentlemen!

    Namaskar!

    Buenos Días!

    My friend, Mr. Pedro Sanchez, is visiting Bharat for the first time. From today, we are giving a new direction to the partnership between Bharat and Spain. We are inaugurating the factory for the production of the C-295 Transport Aircraft. This factory will not only strengthen Bharat-Spain relations but also empower our mission, ‘Make in India, Make for the World’. My best wishes to the entire Airbus and Tata teams. Recently, we lost the great son of the nation, Ratan Tata ji. Had Ratan Tata ji been with us today, he would have been the happiest among us. Wherever his soul may be, I am sure he would be feeling immense joy today.

    Friends,

    The C-295 aircraft factory reflects the new work culture of New Bharat. From idea to execution, the speed with which Bharat operates today is evident here. The construction of this factory began two years ago in October. And this factory is ready for aircraft production in October itself. I have always focused on avoiding unnecessary delays in planning and execution. When I was the Chief Minister of Gujarat, a decision was taken to set up a factory to manufacture Bombardier train coaches in Vadodara. That factory was also set up for production within a record time. Today, we are exporting metro coaches made in that factory to other countries. I am confident that aircraft produced in this factory will also be exported worldwide in the future.

    Friends,

    The famous Spanish poet Antonio Machado once wrote: 

    “Traveler, there is no path… The path is made by walking.” 

    It implies that the moment we take the first step towards our goal, paths begin to form. Today, Bharat’s defence manufacturing ecosystem is reaching new heights. Had we not taken solid steps a decade ago, it would have been impossible to reach this milestone today. At that time, no one could imagine large-scale defence manufacturing in Bharat. Priorities and identity then were centred on imports. But we chose to tread a new path, setting new goals, and today we can see the results.

    Friends,

    To transform any possibility into prosperity, the right plan and the right partnership are essential. The transformation of Bharat’s defence sector is an example of the right plan and the right partnership. In the past decade, the country has made decisions that fostered a vibrant defence industry in Bharat. We expanded private sector participation in defence manufacturing, made public sector units efficient, converted ordnance factories into seven large companies, empowered DRDO and HAL, and developed two major defence corridors in UP and Tamil Nadu. These initiatives have infused the defence sector with new energy. Schemes like iDEX (Innovation for Defence Excellence) have fuelled start-ups, and in the last 5-6 years, nearly 1,000 new defence start-ups have emerged in Bharat. In the past 10 years, Bharat’s defence exports have increased by 30 times. Today, we are exporting defence equipment to over 100 countries in the world.

    Friends,

    Today, we are highly focused on skills and job creation in Bharat. This factory by Airbus and Tata will also generate thousands of jobs in Bharat. The indigenous manufacturing of 18,000 aircraft parts is set to begin due to this project. One part may be manufactured in one part of the country, while another part may be produced elsewhere, and who will manufacture these parts? Our micro and small enterprises (MSMEs) are going to lead this work. We are already one of the largest suppliers of parts to major aircraft companies worldwide. This new aircraft factory will give a boost to new skills and new industries in Bharat.

    Friends,

    I see this event as going beyond just manufacturing transport aircraft. Over the past decade, you have seen unprecedented growth and transformation in Bharat’s aviation sector. We are expanding air connectivity to hundreds of smaller cities across the country. We are working to make Bharat a hub for aviation and MRO (Maintenance, Repair, and Overhaul). This ecosystem will pave the way for ‘Made in India’ civil aircraft in the future. You must be aware that various Indian airlines have placed orders for 1,200 new aircraft. This means that in the future, this factory will play a crucial role in the design and manufacturing of civil aircraft to meet the needs of both Bharat and the world.

    Friends,

    Vadodara city will act as a catalyst in these efforts of Bharat. This city is already a strong centre for MSMEs, and we also have the Gati Shakti University here. This university is preparing professionals for various sectors. Vadodara has numerous companies related to the pharma sector, engineering and heavy machinery, chemicals and petrochemicals, and power and energy equipment. Now, this entire region is set to become a major hub for aviation manufacturing in Bharat. I congratulate the Gujarat government, Chief Minister Bhupendra Bhai, and his entire team for their modern industrial policies and decisions.

    Friends,

    Vadodara has another special characteristic. It is an important cultural city in Bharat, a city of heritage. Hence, I am especially pleased to welcome all of you from Spain here. Cultural connections hold a special significance between Bharat and Spain. I recall Father Carlos Valles, who came from Spain and settled in Gujarat, dedicating fifty years of his life here and enriching our culture through his thoughts and writings. I was fortunate to meet him several times. We honoured him with the Padma Shri for his remarkable contributions. In Gujarat, we lovingly called him Father Valles, and he used to write in Gujarati. His books have enriched Gujarati literature and our cultural heritage.

    Friends,

    I have heard that yoga is very popular in Spain. Indian fans also admire Spain’s football. Yesterday’s match between Real Madrid and Barcelona was widely discussed in Bharat, and Barcelona’s stunning victory became a topic of discussion here too. I guarantee that fans of both clubs in Bharat engage in banter just as passionately as those in Spain.

    Friends,

    Food, films, and football—all these elements are part of a strong people-to-people connection between our nations. I am delighted that Bharat and Spain have decided to celebrate 2026 as the India-Spain Year of Culture, Tourism, and AI.

    Friends,

    The partnership between Bharat and Spain is like a prism, which is multidimensional, vibrant, and ever-evolving. I am confident that today’s event will inspire many new joint collaboration projects between Bharat and Spain. I also invite the Spanish industry and innovators to come to Bharat and become part of our development journey. Once again, my best wishes to the Airbus and Tata teams for this project.

    Thank you. 

     

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  • MIL-OSI Asia-Pac: CVC observes Vigilance Awareness Week 2024

    Source: Government of India (2)

    Posted On: 28 OCT 2024 4:49PM by PIB Delhi

    Vigilance Awareness Week 2024 commenced today with the theme “Culture of Integrity for Nation’s Prosperity with the administering of the integrity pledge to the officials of the Commission by the Commission – Shri Praveen Kumar Srivastava, Central Vigilance Commissioner and Shri A.S. Rajeev, Vigilance Commissioner at 11 am at Satarkata Bhawan, New Delhi.

    The Vigilance Awareness Week 2024 is being observed from October 28 to November 3, 2024. Since last couple of years, the Commission has been running a three-month campaign leading upto the Vigilance Awareness Week. This year, the campaign associated with the Vigilance Awareness Week is being undertaken from August 16 to November 15, 2024.

    The Commission will also be having a function on the occasion of Vigilance Awareness Week at Vigyan Bhawan on November 8, 2024. Hon’ble President of India will grace the function as the Chief Guest.

    All Ministries/ Departments/ Organizations of the Central Government have been advised to undertake the three-month campaign on five different focus areas namely Capacity Building Programs, Identification and implementation of Systemic Improvement measures, Up-dation of Circulars/Guidelines/Manuals, Disposal of complaints received before 30.06.2024 and Dynamic Digital Presence. It is believed that focused attention on these Preventive Vigilance measures would build transparent and accountable systems.

      

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  • MIL-OSI Asia-Pac: Shri Pralhad Joshi launches FCI Grievance Redressal System Mobile Application for Rice Millers

    Source: Government of India

    Shri Pralhad Joshi launches FCI Grievance Redressal System Mobile Application for Rice Millers

    FCI GRS App to enhance transparency, accountability and good governance

    App to make lodging complaints, status monitoring easier for rice millers

    Posted On: 28 OCT 2024 4:44PM by PIB Delhi

    Union Minister of Consumer Affairs, Food and Public Distribution, and New & Renewable Energy, Shri Pralhad Joshi launched the Mobile Application of FCI Grievance Redressal System (FCI GRS) for Rice Millers today in New Delhi. This is one of the measures taken by the Union Government to enhance transparency, accountability, and stakeholder’s satisfaction. The mobile application will facilitate rice millers in addressing their grievances with the FCI in an efficient and transparent manner. The FCI GRS Application is part of the Government’s ongoing efforts to harness technology for good governance. This mobile application is available for download on Google Play Store for Android users.

    Aligned with the Digital India initiative, the mobile application aims to improve responsiveness and accountability by providing rice millers with a convenient platform to lodge complaints, monitor its status and receive responses on their mobile device in end-to-end digitized manner. Key Features of the App is as under:-

    User-Friendly Grievance Submission: Millers can easily register their grievances on their mobile through a user-friendly interface, simplifying communication with FCI. They have to register only once and thereafter any number of grievances can be lodged wherein each grievance will have Unique Grievance ID.

    Real –Time Tracking: The App offers real-time updates on grievance status, keeping millers informed and ensuring transparency.

    Automatic Assignment & Fast Resolution: Within FCI, once grievance is received, it will be automatically assigned to concerned Nodal Officers for further action. The App provides facility to Nodal Officer to either get grievance investigated by Quick Response Team or get feedback from the concerned Division. 

    Geo-Fencing for Quick Response Teams (QRTs): Where grievance redressal involves visit to site by QRT team, the mobile application will capture the physical visit by the team members through the geo-fencing tool.

    This initiative underscores the Government’s dedication to enhance accountability, transparency and stakeholders’ satisfaction by providing a robust grievance redressal mechanism. This launch marks another milestone in the commitment of FCI to facilitate the procurement operations with improved service standards.

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  • MIL-OSI Asia-Pac: ICG launches two Fast Patrol Vessels with over 60% indigenous content built by Goa Shipyard Ltd

    Source: Government of India

    Posted On: 28 OCT 2024 4:41PM by PIB Delhi

    Indian Coast Guard (ICG) simultaneously launched two Fast Patrol Vessels (FPVs) ‘Adamya’ and ‘Akshar’, with over 60% indigenous content, built by Goa Shipyard Ltd. (GSL) on October 28, 2024. The vessels are part of the contract signed with GSL for eight such FPVs to be built at a cost of Rs 473 crore. With the primary role of protection, monitoring, control and surveillance, these advanced FPVs will help ICG protect offshore assets and island territories.

    Each FPV has a length of 52m, breadth of 8m, max speed of 27 knots, Controllable Pitch Propeller-based propulsion system and displacement of 320 tons. The ships have been designed and constructed to meet the specific requirements of the ICG under stringent dual class certification of American Bureau of Shipping and Indian Register of Shipping.

    In a first, two vessels were launched simultaneously utilising the state-of-art Ship Lift System. The FPVs were inaugurated and named in a ceremonious way by Smt Priya Paramesh in the presence of Director General ICG Paramesh Sivamani, and veterans to the chants of ‘Atharva Veda’.

    Addressing the gathering, DG, ICG appreciated the efforts of GSL and various industries in ensuring that all ship-building requirements of ICG are fulfilled indigenously. Congratulating employees of GSL on achieving this critical milestone, he exhorted them to ensure that the march towards ‘Aatmanirbharta’ in defence is pursued in the right earnest.

    The ceremony was attended by Chairman & Managing Director, GSL Shri Brajesh Kumar Upadhyay and senior officials from Indian Navy, ICG, GSL and the classification societies.

     

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  • MIL-OSI Asia-Pac: Rashtrapati Bhawan, among other key buildings and monuments across India, illuminated in Red as part of ‘Act4Dyslexia’ campaign

    Source: Government of India

    Rashtrapati Bhawan, among other key buildings and monuments across India, illuminated in Red as part of ‘Act4Dyslexia’ campaign 

    Secretary DEPwD, Shri Rajesh Aggarwal flags off the ‘Walk4Dyslexia’, to raise awareness about dyslexia and other learning disabilities

    Posted On: 28 OCT 2024 4:41PM by PIB Delhi

    In a significant initiative as part of the nation-wide ‘Act4Dyslexia’ campaign, the highest offices of the Government and key monuments in Delhi, including Rashtrapati Bhawan, Parliament House, North and South Blocks, and India Gate, have been illuminated in red, the colour for Dyslexia Awareness.

    The event aligns with similar illuminations across major cities, including Patna, Ranchi, Jaipur, Kohima, Shimla, and Mumbai, spotlighting the need to remove stigma and foster greater understanding of dyslexia and other learning disabilities.

    This initiative aims at raising awareness about learning disabilities, which are estimated to affect 20% of India’s population, including 35 million students. It is being organized in collaboration with UNESCO Mahatma Gandhi Institute of Education for Peace and Sustainable Development (MGIEP)  & ChangeInkk Foundation.

    To amplify the message of inclusion, the ‘Walk4Dyslexia’ was flagged off by Shri Rajesh Aggarwal, Secretary of the Department of Empowerment of Persons with Disabilities (DEPwD), alongside Mr. Shombi Sharp, UN Resident Coordinator in India. This walk symbolizes collective action to act for Dyslexia, emphasizing the need for equal opportunities and support for individuals with learning disabilities. The walk, that saw the participation of over 300 supporters, was co-organized by ChangeInkk Foundation, UNESCO MGIEP, Orkids Foundation, and Soch Foundation, commenced on the morning of 27th October from Vijay Chowk to India Gate.

    Expressing his enthusiasm for the campaign, Shri Rajesh Aggarwal said, “The ‘Act4Dyslexia’ is a well-thought campaign, as we need to take action to make progress. I’m happy to see the growth from last year’s campaign, with over 1,600 walks across the country and over 4 lakh people participating this year. I’m also happy to learn about the introduction of the Purple Flame Chatbot, which will help schools, teachers, doctors, and other stakeholders to diagnose and support people with learning disabilities. The Government looks forward to working with like-minded organizations that support people with  disabilities and ensure access to equal opportunities for growth and development.”

    Sharing his perspective on the occasion, Mr. Shombi Sharp said, “On behalf of the UN in India and representing the UN Secretary-General, it’s my great honor to support Dyslexia Awareness Month and the ‘Act4Dyslexia’ campaign with ChangeInkk, supported by UNESCO MGIEP and other organizations. We walked across the Kartavya Path to India Gate to raise awareness on the importance of the rights of people with learning disabilities. It is incredible to see that when given equal opportunities, individuals with learning disabilities have achieved great success, including becoming inventors, Nobel laureates, and entrepreneurs. We need to truly unleash the potential of this talent for societal development, and if India can achieve this, it can deliver on the Sustainable Development Goals at a global level.”

    In a nationwide movement for Dyslexia awareness, this year the campaign has expanded significantly, with over 1,600 walks organized across the country—spanning State capitals, Districts, Blocks, Villages, and schools. The initiative engaged over 4 lakh participants, who collectively took over 2 billion steps toward driving awareness for ‘Act4Dyslexia’. These walks were led by State Education Departments, parent groups, and educational institutions, in collaboration with over 150 organizations, demonstrating a united effort by government bodies, parents, educators, civil society organizations, and the private sector.

    Why Dyslexia Awareness Matters

    Dyslexia is often misunderstood as the ‘slow-learner syndrome’. Though individuals with learning disabilities struggle to comprehend, speak, read, write, spell, or to do mathematical calculations, yet they are associated with skills vital for higher-order thinking, including logical reasoning, critical thinking, problem-solving, and innovation. Notably, 40% of self-made millionaires have dyslexia, and many renowned inventors, like Albert Einstein, were dyslexic.

    Specific Learning Disabilities, including dyslexia, were officially recognized under the Rights of Persons with Disabilities Act of 2016, which mandates equal opportunities in education, employment, and other aspects of life. The National Education Policy 2020 reinforces this mandate, emphasizing inclusive education from foundational to higher education levels. NEP 2020 reforms focus on early identification, teacher capacity building, and providing necessary support and accommodations to students.

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  • MIL-OSI Asia-Pac: INS TALWAR ARRIVES AT LA RÉUNION, FRANCE

    Source: Government of India

    Posted On: 28 OCT 2024 4:21PM by PIB Delhi

    Indian Navy’s frontline stealth frigate, INS Talwar, arrived at La Réunion on 27 October 24 as a part of her ongoing deployment in Indian Ocean Region. The visit to La Reunion aims to strengthen India – France partnership to tackle regional maritime security challenges,

    The ship will undertake cross-deck visits and interactions with the French Navy during the port visit. Earlier, the ship was kept open for visit by Pravasi Bharatiya on 27 October 2024.

    India and France have traditionally enjoyed friendly relations and share a deep, enduring strategic partnership.

    INS Talwar was commissioned on 18 June 2003 and is part of the Indian Navy’s Western Fleet under the Western Naval Command. The ship is currently commanded by Captain Jithu George. The ship had recently participated in the IBSAMAR VIII multilateral exercise held in South Africa.

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  • MIL-OSI Australia: Man arrested over Paradise house fire

    Source: South Australia Police

    A man was arrested after a fire at a Paradise home overnight.

    Emergency services were called to a house in Leewood Road, Paradise about 12.30am on Tuesday 29 October after reports of a fire.

    The two men inside the property were able to escape the building without injury.  One of the occupants then left the scene before emergency services arrived.

    MFS crews were able to quickly extinguish the fire, which was contained to a single bedroom.

    There was significant damage caused to the room and smoke damage throughout the house.

    Following investigations, a 43-year-old man, who resides at the property, was arrested nearby and charged with arson and acts likely to cause harm.

    He was refused police bail and will appear in the Adelaide Magistrates Court today.

    Eastern District CIB detectives and crime scene investigators will attend the scene this morning.

    Investigations are ongoing.

    Anyone with information that may assist the investigation is asked to contact Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000 or online at www.crimestopperssa.com.au

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  • MIL-OSI USA: Governor Murphy Announces Promotion of CeCe Doherty to Director of Intergovernmental Affairs

    Source: US State of New Jersey

    Kate Barry Named Aide to the Governor, Intergovernmental Affairs

     

    TRENTON – Governor Phil Murphy today announced one new promotion and one new hire within his department of Intergovernmental Affairs. CeCe Doherty will serve in her newly promoted role as the Director of Intergovernmental Affairs, with Kate Barry joining the office as an Aide to the Governor. The Intergovernmental Affairs team will continue to be led by Deputy Chief of Staff Rob Field.

    “CeCe has been an incredible asset to the Governor’s Office over the last two years and I look forward to seeing all that she accomplishes as the Director of our Intergovernmental Affairs team,” said Governor Murphy. “CeCe’s impressive professional background and her meticulous knowledge of New Jersey’s southern counties will continue to serve our Intergovernmental Affairs team well. I am also thrilled to welcome Kate Barry to the Governor’s Office, and I am confident that under Rob Field’s leadership, this team will continue to succeed and advance the goals of our Administration.”

    “Since joining the Governor’s Office in 2022, CeCe has been an invaluable member of our team. She has excelled in outreach to elected officials and communities across South Jersey while demonstrating strong leadership abilities and clear communication skills vital for the role of Director,” said Deputy Chief of Staff Rob Field. “We are also excited to have Kate Barry join our team. Her strong experience in Morris and Somerset Counties will be a huge benefit for the northwest region of New Jersey, and I’m looking forward to working with CeCe, Kate, and the rest of the Intergovernmental Affairs team to continue to fulfill the Governor’s vision to make our state stronger and fairer.”

    Prior to her promotion, CeCe Doherty held the title of Senior Aide. She has served Governor Phil Murphy in the Department of Intergovernmental Affairs since 2022, working directly with elected officials in the southernmost counties of the state. Previously, she worked for the US House of Representatives, the Democratic Congressional Campaign Committee, numerous campaign finance roles, as well as fundraising and event coordination for various nonprofits in the state. After graduating from Brigham Young University in 2015, CeCe began her career as an admin for Egg Harbor Township, where she was raised, kickstarting her advocacy and support for constituents of Southern New Jersey. She currently resides in Sicklerville, NJ with her husband Scott and German Shepherd Max. In addition to being Director, CeCe will continue to be the main point of contact in the Governor’s Office for the following counties: Atlantic, Burlington, Camden, Cape May, Cumberland, Gloucester, and Salem. 

    Kate Barry recently joined the Governor’s Office Intergovernmental Affairs team as an Aide to the Governor in July of 2024. She graduated with a master’s degree in Environment and Sustainable Development from University College London and worked with environmental non-profits and an economic and development firm before starting her own animal care business in Morris County. Prior to joining the Governor’s Office, she served as the Constituent Aide to the Somerset County Commissioners. Kate is a proud board member of the Great Swamp Watershed Association and her hometown’s Environmental Commission. She resides in northern New Jersey with her family and her beloved horse and donkey. Kate’s portfolio for the Governor’s Office will include outreach to Hunterdon, Sussex, and Warren Counties.

    For a photo of CeCe Doherty, click here.

    For a photo of Kate Barry, click here.

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  • MIL-OSI USA: ODHS ofrece lugares gratuitos para que socios comunitarios de Oregon asistan a la conferencia Youth Innovation Summit del 2025

    Source: US State of Oregon

    l Departamento de Servicios Humanos de Oregon (ODHS, por sus siglas en inglés) ofrece lugares ilimitados para que socios comunitarios y aliados de Oregon asistan a la conferencia Youth Innovation Summit organizada por Point Source Youth. Esta conferencia se llevará a cabo los días 14 y 15 de enero del 2025 en Portland.

    La organización Point Source Youth (PSY, por sus siglas en inglés) es un líder nacional en el apoyo a los jóvenes sin hogar. La conferencia reunirá a defensores de jóvenes, proveedores de servicios y líderes de todo el país para compartir las mejores prácticas para acabar con el número de jóvenes sin hogar. Esto incluye estrategias innovadoras como las Transferencias Directas de Dinero en Efectivo (Direct Cash Transfers) y la Defensa de los jóvenes (Youth Advocacy).

    Larry Cohen, cofundador y director ejecutivo de PSY, comentó: “Estamos encantados de llevar nuestra conferencia Youth Innovation Summit a Portland. Es una oportunidad para que los financiadores, los jóvenes y los proveedores de servicios se reúnan para encontrar nuevas formas de prevenir y acabar con el número de jóvenes sin hogar. Nuestras investigaciones demuestran que dar a los jóvenes el apoyo y el dinero que necesitan puede cambiar significativamente sus vidas. Esta conferencia mostrará cómo podemos ampliar estos enfoques que tienen un gran impacto”.

    Claire Seguin, directora de los Programas de Autosuficiencia del ODHS, agregó: “Estamos encantados de traer este evento a Oregon. Nuestro equipo del Programa para Jóvenes que Experimentan Falta de Hogar (Youth Experiencing Homelessness Program; YEHP) ha participado muy de cerca en estos esfuerzos a nivel nacional. Esta conferencia es una gran oportunidad para aprender más sobre lo que está funcionando en todo el país y para fortalecer el compromiso de Oregon para garantizar que todos los jóvenes tengan un lugar seguro y de apoyo al que puedan llamar hogar.”

    Inscríbase hoy mismo en la conferecia y use el código promocional OREGON100 al realizar el pago para inscribirse de forma gratuita. El evento se llevará a cabo en inglés.

    Para más información sobre nuestro trabajo con jóvenes en Oregon, visite la página web del ODHS Youth Experiencing Homelessness Program (en inglés).

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  • MIL-OSI Video: Street art as a tool to fight for peace | UN Peacekeeping

    Source: United Nations (Video News)

    This year peacekeeping missions in Kosovo, Cyprus, Abyei and the Democratic Republic of the Congo harnessed the power of street art to promote social change.

    Local artists and peacekeepers collaborated to create murals addressing issues such as youth engagement, misinformation, and gender-based violence.

    Learn more about the power of artivism: https://bit.ly/3YB1LIq

    https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uYP7bcaYfSs

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  • MIL-OSI Video: ASCAC 2020-09-25 Full Video

    Source: United States of America – Federal Government Departments (video statements)

    USDOE/Office of Science – Advanced Scientific Computing Research Advisory Committee – September 2020 Meeting – day two.

    https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Rj-jQKF8fc4

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  • MIL-OSI Video: ASCAC 2020-09-24 Full Video

    Source: United States of America – Federal Government Departments (video statements)

    SDOE/Office of Science – Advanced Scientific Computing Research Advisory Committee – September 2020 Meeting – day one.

    https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=sQWejeGG9bg

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  • MIL-OSI Video: ASCAC 2022-07-21 Full Video

    Source: United States of America – Federal Government Departments (video statements)

    USDOE/Office of Science – Advanced Scientific Computing Research Advisory Committee – July 2022 Meeting – Day One.

    https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_gpRgWOC6pA

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  • MIL-OSI Video: ASCAC 2021-09-29 Full Video

    Source: United States of America – Federal Government Departments (video statements)

    USDOE/Office of Science – Advanced Scientific Computing Research Advisory Committee – September 2021 Meeting – day one.

    https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1ejtSyeQgTg

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  • MIL-OSI Video: ASCAC July 2021 – Full Video

    Source: United States of America – Federal Government Departments (video statements)

    USDOE/Office of Science – Advanced Scientific Computing Research Advisory Committee – July 2021 Meeting

    https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HJfM-UguIPU

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  • MIL-OSI Video: ASCAC 2022-03-30 Full Video

    Source: United States of America – Federal Government Departments (video statements)

    USDOE/Office of Science – Advanced Scientific Computing Research Advisory Committee – March 2022 Meeting – day two.

    https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=29ok5E3o608

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  • MIL-OSI Video: ASCAC 2022-03-29 Full Video

    Source: United States of America – Federal Government Departments (video statements)

    USDOE/Office of Science – Advanced Scientific Computing Research Advisory Committee – March 2022 Meeting – day one.

    https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7CJsXPq_xMs

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  • MIL-OSI Video: ASCAC 2021-09-30 Full Video

    Source: United States of America – Federal Government Departments (video statements)

    USDOE/Office of Science – Advanced Scientific Computing Research Advisory Committee – September 2021 Meeting – day two.

    https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HbB1B3ukFzw

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  • MIL-OSI Video: ASCAC meeting – Sept. 27, 2024

    Source: United States of America – Federal Government Departments (video statements)

    Regular meeting of the ASCAC on Sept. 27, 2024

    https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_bYq-wl03G4

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  • MIL-OSI Video: ASCAC 2022-09-30 Full Video

    Source: United States of America – Federal Government Departments (video statements)

    USDOE/Office of Science – Advanced Scientific Computing Research Advisory Committee – September 2022 Meeting

    https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RLihoW-Irzg

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  • MIL-OSI Video: ASCAC 2022-07-22 Full Video

    Source: United States of America – Federal Government Departments (video statements)

    USDOE/Office of Science – Advanced Scientific Computing Research Advisory Committee – July 2022 Meeting – Day Two.

    https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qdD4ERYy1gw

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  • MIL-OSI Video: Title 10 Forces Activated for Hurricane Helene Mission

    Source: United States of America – Federal Government Departments (video statements)

    U.S. Army Col. Sean Shield talks about the importance of Title 10 Forces and FEMA during the aftermath of Hurricane Helene in Asheville, North Carolina.

    https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9agb606Xq_8

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  • MIL-OSI Video: Regional Direct Air Capture (DAC) Hubs Program Notice of Intent Informational Webinar 2024

    Source: United States of America – Federal Government Departments (video statements)

    Regional Direct Air Capture (DAC) Hubs Program Notice of Intent Informational Webinar, featuring an overview of DAC at the Department, the program, and next steps, held on October 18th, 2024.
    Visit https://www.energy.gov/oced/dac-hubs-local-engagement-opportunities to learn more.

    https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=i3ITqCndpC4

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  • MIL-OSI United Nations: New Permanent Representative of Hungary Presents Credentials to the Director-General of the United Nations Office at Geneva

    Source: United Nations – Geneva

    Zsófia Havasi, the new Permanent Representative of Hungary to the United Nations Office at Geneva, today presented her credentials to Tatiana Valovaya, the Director-General of the United Nations Office at Geneva.

    Prior to her appointment to Geneva, Ms. Havasi had been serving as an Advisor in the Office of the seventy-eighth President of the United Nations General Assembly for General Assembly affairs, the budget and the United Nations reform team.  She also served as an Advisor in the Office of the seventy-seventh President of the General Assembly for political affairs, peace and the security team at the United Nations Headquarters in New York.

    Ms. Havasi was posted at the Permanent Mission of Hungary to the North Atlantic Treaty Organization in Brussels from 2018 to 2022. Before that, she served as head of the secretariat of the Minister of Foreign Affairs and Trade of Hungary from 2017 to 2018.  She was Cabinet Secretary of the Hungarian National Assembly from 2014 to 2016.  At the beginning of her career, she also held posts in the Ministry of Human Resources and the Ministry of Defence of Hungary. 

    Ms. Havasi studied from 2004 to 2009, security and defence policy expert at Zrínyi Miklós National Defense University, Budapest, and from 2009 to 2012, international affairs and studies expert at Kodolányi János University of Applied Sciences, Budapest.  She was born on 31 October 1984. 

     

    Produced by the United Nations Information Service in Geneva for use of the media; 
    not an official record. English and French versions of our releases are different as they are the product of two separate coverage teams that work independently.

     

     

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  • MIL-OSI USA: Graham Statement on Hegseth Confirmation

    US Senate News:

    Source: United States Senator for South Carolina Lindsey Graham
    WASHINGTON – U.S. Senator Lindsey Graham (R-South Carolina) today made this statement after the Senate confirmed Pete Hegseth as the next Secretary of the Department of Defense.
    “I am very pleased that Pete Hegseth was confirmed by the Senate to be President Trump’s Secretary of Defense.
    “Pete has served in the Army National Guard as a front line officer, and he has a keen intellect and a passion for the warfighter. He did an excellent job during a very contentious hearing and withstood all the attacks that came his way. He is bullish on creating a larger, more lethal military and is clear-eyed about America’s enemies, including Iran. Israel will have no better friend than Pete Hegseth.
    “I look forward to working with Pete to make America strong and secure once again.”

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  • MIL-OSI USA: Bonamici, Wyden, Merkley, Salinas, Hoyle, Dexter, Bynum Call for Providence, Oregon Nurses Association to Reach Agreement

    US Senate News:

    Source: United States Senator Ron Wyden (D-Ore)
    January 24, 2025
    WASHINGTON DC – Today Congresswoman Suzanne Bonamici (OR-01), Val Hoyle (OR-04), Andrea Salinas (OR-06), Maxine Dexter (OR-03), Janelle Bynum (OR-05), and Senators Ron Wyden and Jeff Merkley sent a letter urging Providence and the Oregon Nurses Association to reach agreement on new employment contracts for doctors, certified nurse midwives, nurse practitioners, registered nurses, and clinical staff. The health care workers have been on strike since January 10th.
    The full text of the letter can be found here and below.
    Dear Mr. Wexler and Ms. Tan Piazza,
    We write today to express our firm expectation that Providence will engage in good faith bargaining as it seeks to settle contracts with nearly 5,000 doctors, certified nurse midwives, nurse practitioners, registered nurses, and clinical staff in the Providence system across the state of Oregon.
    These dedicated doctors, nurses, and clinical staff have been on strike since January 10th.
    We have spoken directly with these caregivers and with Providence leadership. Our conversations underscored the urgency of this situation and have led us to continue to call on you to act with haste to come to an agreement that values the health care providers who care for patients in the Providence system.
    Nurses, doctors, and other Oregonians on the strike lines told us they are striking because they don’t have the resources to provide the quality of care that Oregonians deserve and expect. They’ve told us that the strike is not only for competitive wages and benefits, but also for safer staffing levels.
    We know that the costs of this strike are significant. Providers are going without pay because they understand that working conditions need to change. Providence is paying significant amounts of money to hire and train replacement staff while the strike continues. The last few years have not been easy for anyone in health care, and the health care system continues to face a variety of challenges.
    The Providence system is a critical part of Oregon’s health care infrastructure. It’s past time to agree on a fair contract–for the nurses, doctors, and other staff who care for Oregonians, and for all of those who receive care at Providence.
    Providence and ONA both share the goal of providing excellent patient care and experiences. We appreciate that justice is among Providence’s core values and that Providence strives to “foster a culture that promotes unity and reconciliation,” “care wisely for our people, our resources and our earth,” and “stand in solidarity with the most vulnerable, working to remove the causes of oppression and promoting justice for all.”
    We call on both parties to bring this commitment to justice to the bargaining table, to actively engage in bargaining all contracts, and to offer and negotiate proposals that meaningfully address caregiver concerns about wages, working conditions, and staffing.
    On behalf of the millions of Oregonians we represent, it is our sincere hope that ONA and Providence negotiate contracts in good faith as swiftly as possible. Thank you for your attention to this important matter and for your consideration of our request.

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  • MIL-OSI USA: Reuters: Biden pre-election makes two judicial nominations in California

    US Senate News:

    Source: United States Senator for California – Laphonza Butler

    By Nate Raymond 
    President Joe Biden is moving to nominate two new federal trial court judges in California, adding to the list of judicial nominees that Senate Democrats will need to push to confirm in the lame-duck session following the Nov. 5 election.
    The White House late Wednesday said Biden planned to nominate Los Angeles Superior Court Judge Serena Murillo to serve as a federal trial court judge in the city and was seeking to elevate U.S. Magistrate Judge Benjamin Cheeks in San Diego to a life-tenured district court judgeship.
    They would join a list of 28 other judicial nominees put forward by the outgoing Democratic president whose nominations remain pending in the Democratic-controlled Senate.
    Faced with the prospects of Republican former President Donald Trump returning to the White House or Democratic rival Vice President Kamala Harris being stymied from appointing judges if she were to win the presidential contest but Republicans were to win control of the Senate, Democrats are gearing up to confirm multiple new judges before 2024’s end.

    The White House said Wednesday’s nominees in California would help fulfill Biden’s pledge to diversify the federal judiciary. The vast majority of his 213 confirmed judicial nominees have been women or people of color.
    “Californians deserve a federal bench that reflects the diversity of the Golden State,” Democratic Senator Laphonza Butler of California said in a statement.

    Read the full article HERE.

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