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18th Pravasi Bharatiya Divas 2025 LIVE Updates: President Murmu to confer Pravasi Bharatiya Samman awards today

The highly anticipated Pravasi Bharatiya Divas begins at Janata Maidan in Bhubaneswar, celebrating the invaluable contributions of Non-Resident Indians

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Bibhu Prasad Ray
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Pravasi Bharatiya Divas 2025

The highly anticipated Pravasi Bharatiya Divas begins at Janata Maidan in Bhubaneswar, celebrating the invaluable contributions of Non-Resident Indians (NRIs) to India’s development on Wedneday. This year’s event promises an exciting lineup of cultural performances, discussions, and engagements, offering a platform for NRIs to reconnect with their roots. The festivities will showcase Odisha’s rich culture while fostering stronger ties between the global Indian community and the motherland.

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  • Jan 10, 2025 10:47 IST

    President Droupadi Murmu to confer Pravasi Bharatiya Samman awards today

    President Droupadi Murmu will confer the Pravasi Bharatiya Samman awards during the valedictory session of the PBD Convention in Odisha. 

    The Ministry of External Affairs announced the names of the awardees for this year on January 3. The awardees include among others Baroness Usha Kumari Prashar from the UK (in the field of politics), Dr Sharmila Ford from the US for community service, and Dr Syed Anwar Khursheed from Saudi Arabia (in the field of Medical Science).

    This prestigious honour is conferred upon Non-Resident Indians, Persons of Indian Origin, or organisations established and run by them. The PBSA recognizes outstanding achievements in various fields and celebrates the accomplishments and commitments of NRIs and PIOs in sectors such as education, science and innovation, trade and industry, arts and culture, social work, public service, and philanthropy. 

    (IANS)



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    "We are proud of the achievements of our Indian diaspora," he said.

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    PM Modi



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  • Jan 09, 2025 09:35 IST

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  • Jan 08, 2025 20:33 IST

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  • Jan 08, 2025 17:44 IST

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  • Jan 08, 2025 16:17 IST

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  • Jan 08, 2025 16:08 IST

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  • Jan 08, 2025 14:49 IST

    PM Modi moved nation from ‘chalta hai’ to ‘hoga kaise nahin' attitude: EAM Jaishankar at 18th PBD meet

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    (With Inputs From IANS)



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