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Weekly Newsletter, Vol.08, Issue No. 10

India in Vancouver - Weekly Newsletter
Vol. 08, Issue No. 10. March 11, 2022

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Arulmigu Meenakshi Sundareshwarar Temple is a historic Hindu temple located on the southern bank of the Vaigai River in the temple city of Madurai, Tamil Nadu, India
Azadi Ka Amrit Mahotsav is an initiative of the Government of India to celebrate and commemorate 75 years of progressive India and the
glorious history of it's people, culture and achievements.
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Forthcoming Event

Consulate News

Celebration of Hindi Utsav

On the invitation of Dr. Arun K. Garg, President of Bharatiya Kala Avam Sahitya Parishad, Consul General Mr. Manish attended 'Hindi Utsav' as Chief Guest. The event was organized on March 4, 2022 and various Diaspora persons and their children presented dance and song performances for Hindi and Bharatiya culture and art.

Consulate News

Celebration of International Women's Day

Consulate General of India, Vancouver, celebrated Women's Day on 8 March, 2022. Consul General Mr. Manish extended his greetings to all women members of the Consulate on the occasion. A cake cutting ceremony was also organized.

Important Trade Fairs in India

Invest India
Waste to Wealth

After the milestones achieved through the 'Swachh Bharat Abhiyan', the Prime Minister's Science, Technology and Innovation Advisory Council (PM-STIAC), aims to establish a 'Waste to Wealth Authority' that will employ latest technologies across states to address the problem of waste generation and create socio-economic solutions for the nation.

Adventure
Trekking

Ladakh is undoubtedly one of the best destination for an adventure trip in India. If you really wish to explore the countryside with your best mates then go on a motorcycle tour. You can arrange your own touring path or you can join any motorcycle expedition like ‘The Raid De Himalaya’. The rally starts from Shimla and goes till Leh, crossing some of the spine chilling destinations to test your endurance! This is considered to be the best place for adventure sports in India by many explorers! Warning: Not for the faint hearts! Tip: Carry some Rum along, you’ll know why.

Experiences
Luxury

Amidst the wondrous destinations of Sikkim, Gangtok- the capital holds some magnificent places to visit. No, not just that, Gangtok operates some excellent examples of modern and traditional resorts and hotels as well. Besides, an exploration to a new and old stops around the city you can rest assure that your stay to some of the most impressive hill hotels will be a top notch one. From each window you will be able to see the majestic Mount Kanchenjunga or the wide spread of tea estate that is covered in mist every winter morning, it is truly mesmerizing.

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India-Japan Collaboration Can Boost NE India’s Trade, Economy: Envoy

Japan’s Ambassador in India Suzuki Satoshi on Thursday said that the comprehensive collaboration between India and Japan would provide the landlocked northeast region with access to the Bay of Bengal and access to ASEAN countries leading to the socio-economic growth of the region.

India to bear expenses for medical treatment of student who sustained bullet injuries in Ukraine's Kyiv: MEA

The Government of India will bear the expenses for medical treatment of an Indian student who sustained multiple bullet injuries while trying to leave Kyiv in conflict-ridden Ukraine, said the Ministry of External Affairs on Friday.

'Afghanistan praises quality wheat sent as aid; third batch scheduled for March 8': India

Stating that Afghanistan has praised the quality of Indian wheat supplied to the trouble-torn country as part of its humanitarian aid, India on Saturday said it has already shipped 4,000 tonnes of the grain via the Pakistan border, and the third batch of shipment of 2,000 tonnes is scheduled for March 8.

Joint study on India-Bangladesh trade pact to be finalised soon: Comm Min

India and Bangladesh will soon finalise a joint study on the prospects of entering into a bilateral free trade agreement, which aims at further strengthening