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India’s parliament, led by Law Minister Arjun Ram Meghwal, passed the Constitution 128th Amendment Bill, also known as Nari Shakti Vandan Adhiniyam. The bill reserves one-third of seats in the Lok Sabha and state assemblies for women. All 214 MPs present voted in favour, and Prime Minister Narendra Modi expressed gratitude for their support. The legislation is expected to empower ‘Nari Shakti’ as women assume leadership roles and contribute to nation-building.

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Referred to locally as ‘Jum 1-Indipendenza,’ this public holiday sees a vibrant array of festivities, including a diverse range of performances and patriotic concerts. The Bishop of Malta organizes a solemn Pontifical Mass, which is followed by a touching flower-laying ceremony at the St. John’s Co-Cathedral in Valletta. These events pay homage to Malta’s cultural and religious heritage and commemorate the nation’s independence with reverence.

In a significant gesture of appreciation, Foreign Minister HE A.K. Abdul Momen handed over a Token of Appreciation to Julia Charlton, the distinguished Chairman of the Commonwealth Chamber of Commerce. This momentous event took place during the 40UNDER40 SMART BANGLADESH ICT SUMMIT & AWARDS 2023, held in Dhaka. Ambassador Md. Abdul Hannan, a prominent figure in international diplomacy, graced the occasion with his presence, adding a diplomatic aura to the ceremony. Julia Charlton expressed her gratitude for the honour and reaffirmed her commitment to furthering economic partnerships and trade relations among Commonwealth nations.