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“Dekho Apna Desh – People’s Choice 2024”
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Join Hon'ble Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi's visionary initiative Dekho Apna Desh to shape India's tourism landscape! Cast your vote for your favorite destinations across Spiritual, Cultural & Heritage, Nature & Wildlife, Adventure, and more categories. Let's come together to celebrate the beauty of India and make our voices heard!
Register and Vote - CLICK HERE
The poll ends on April 30th, 2024. Don't miss out on this opportunity to contribute!
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Consulate General of India in Vancouver organized an event celebrating International Women’s Day on the theme "Inspiring Inclusion." In his opening remarks, the Consul General highlighted the pivotal provisions within the Constitution of India to address #genderequality. Emphasizing the indispensable role of women in nation-building, he underscored the Government of India's commitment to empowering women across all spheres through various policy measures over the past decade. Recognizing women-led development as a cornerstone of India's progress remains a critical imperative for the nation's strengthening.
The event featured a keynote address by Ms. Michelle Gohlan, HR professional at Maersk, followed by insightful panel discussions led by prominent panelists including Michelle Gohlan, Yogacharini Maitreyi, Mannu Sandhu, Reetinder Kaur, and Purnima Barjatiya, moderated by Sobhana Jaya Madhavan. Special theme videos celebrating women's empowerment, or Nari Shakti, were also showcased, adding depth and inspiration to the occasion.
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Consul General Manish participated in the Holi 2024 celebrations organized by the Mahalakshmi Temple Vancouver on 16 March 2024, showcasing the rich cultural heritage of India. The Consul General conveyed his greetings & talked about the diaspora's contribution. He also asked them to be part of the Chalo India campaign.
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Consul General Manish was honoured to participate in Iftar dinner by The Dawoodi Bohra community of Greater Vancouver. He conveyed his greetings to the community who are observing the holy month of Ramadan along with millions of Muslims around the world. May all our prayers be answered this Ramadan & always.
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Consul General Manish met with Neelam Toprani, founder and CEO of Sewanti Herbal Remedies, to explore strategies for advancing Ayurveda in Greater Vancouver. During their discussion, they exchanged various ideas to enhance the visibility and acceptance of Ayurvedic practices. In recognition of Consul General Manish's proactive efforts in promoting Ayurveda, Neelam Toprani presented him with a Letter of Appreciation on behalf of the Ayurveda Association of Canada (AAC).
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Take a refreshing sip of Kangra Tea, cultivated in the high altitudes of Himachal Pradesh, offering a blend of distinct flavors and captivating aromas to elevate your experience.
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Discover the artistic world of Cheriyal Paintings from Siddipet, Telangana. These hand-painted paintings, with intricate details in vibrant colors, bring mythology and folklore to life in every stroke.
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Elevate your dining experience with Kohima’s flavourful and zesty pickles - prepared with aromatic spices, vinegar, and oil. Each bite is sure to add a touch of tanginess to your meal.
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Spring has sprung in Darjeeling! 🌸 Time to bask in the gentle warmth, breathe in the fragrant air, and revel in the colors of nature. Which springtime activity gets you buzzing the most?
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From ancient artifacts to priceless treasures, these havens of knowledge will ignite your passion for reading like never before. Come, embrace your bookworm side with a tour of India's iconic libraries!
📍 Asiatic Society, Mumbai, Maharashtra Tourism
📍 Rampur Raza Library, Rampur, Uttar Pradesh Tourism
📍 State Central Library, Bangalore, Karnataka Tourism
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India, France to launch climate fund for Indo-Pacific countries
New Delhi and Paris are set to launch a fund later this year to support startups and climate-focused innovations in countries in the Indo-Pacific region, according to two persons aware of the matter. The text of the fund agreement as well as the funding amount have been agreed, with the projects likely to be funded in the Western Indian Ocean as well as the broader Indo-Pacific.
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India bright on radar of global players; am optimistic about future: Nykaa Founder Falguni Nayar
India is beeping on the radar of global players with strong drivers like young, aspiring population, rising income levels, and resilient infrastructure and digital networks, Nykaa founder and CEO Falguni Nayar said on Monday, adding she is extremely "optimistic" and "confident" about the future. In an exclusive interview with PTI, the self-made billionaire .....
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Conclave 2024: Investment guru Jim Rogers says Indian economy in a ‘sweet spot’
Investment guru and author Jim Rogers said India is in a sweet spot at the moment, and it has the potential to be “even better in the future’ if the government can keep delivering on its promises. Speaking at a session during the India Today Conclave 2024, Rogers, known for expertise in commodities such as gold and silver, said, “For the first time in my life, I am beginning to think that they (the Indian government) are getting it right.”
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2023 was best ever year for Bulgari in India, and 2024 looks
even better: CEO Jean-Christophe Babin
Italian luxury fashion house Bulgari saw its best-ever sales performance in India in 2023 and this year looks even better with robust demand for its jewellery products, Jean-Christophe Babin, CEO, told ET in an interview. Babin said the opening of the Jio World Plaza, a luxury mall in Mumbai, has delivered “very good” results for Bulgari, which rolled out India-inspired creations such as the Mangalsutra and the B.zero1 Kada bracelet.
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This is India’s decade as destination for investment, travel: VFS Global
India has a vibrant and diverse economy, a large young population and a rich cultural heritage which make it attractive for investors and visitors, according to the CEO of the world’s largest visa outsourcing company. Zubin Karkaria, founder and CEO of VFS Global, said India was undergoing a rapid economic and social transformation.“This creates new opportunities for business, trade, tourism, and culture. I truly believe this is India’s decade,” he said.
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Scientists develop a pancreas-mimicking system for responsive insulin delivery in diabetes treatment
A new silk-based hydrogel system that mimics the pancreas, offers a potential breakthrough in insulin delivery for diabetes treatment. The proposed innovative approach can provide a more efficient and responsive method for insulin release, addressing the challenges faced by individuals with both Type 1 and advanced stage Type 2 diabetes. Prof. T Govindaraju and his team from the Bioorganic Chemistry Laboratory, New Chemistry Unit at JNCASR, Bengaluru (an autonomous institution under ...
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Dubai-based Indian expat student Netra Venkatesh wins prestigious Diana Award
An Indian expat student Netra Venkatesh, 17, from DIA Emirates Hills has won the prestigious Legacy Award at the 25th Anniversary of The Diana Award ceremony in London. The award — presented by Prince William and Prince Harry — honours young people who exemplify the power of social action and humanitarian efforts.Venkatesh is the founder of SpunkGo, an organisation that empowers girls globally.
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Exports see fastest growth in 20 months led by engineering
India's goods exports clocked the fastest growth in 20 months, rising 11.9% to $41.4 billion, the highest value of shipments since last March. Imports grew 12.1% to top $60 billion, resulting in a trade deficit of $18.7 billion. If you look at the 11 months period of the financial year this is the highest export growth which we have achieved, both merchandise as well as overall.
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Big change is the only constant in eco: India Inc
India’s economy is changing fundamentally, and for the better. Tech is a key driver. Finding enough capital is the big challenge. Computer chips and critical materials are among the new stars. And business, the locus of much of this change, must also take the lead in recognising that human enterprise can’t flourish if humans keep obliterating all other species.
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India's new EV policy: Accelerating at the right time
The ball is now in the court of global manufacturers, which are eyeing the massive potential in a country that has committed to going net-zero by 2070. With matters heading south in China, it has become imperative for MNCs to derisk their strategies. On the face of it, there is a convergence of interests. Last week, GoI released its new EV policy, slashing customs duties on imported cars.
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India has world's third largest startup ecosystem: PM Modi
India has emerged as the world's third largest startup ecosystem with over 1.25 lakh startups and 110 unicorns, and is charting a roadmap for becoming a developed nation with right decisions taken at the right time, Prime Minister Narendra Modi said on Wednesday. Speaking at the Startup Mahakumbh event, Modi said India's startup ecosystem is not limited to metro cities, it has now become a social culture
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Norway will invest half of $100 billion under EFTA: Norwegian envoy May-Elin Stener
India has signed a trade pact with EFTA countries — Switzerland, Norway, Iceland, and Liechtenstein — aiming to attract $100 billion and to create one million jobs in 15 years in exchange for tariff concessions for their pharma, chemical and minerals. Switzerland being the largest player is likely to contribute more than half of the $100 billion free trade pact India recently signed with the European Free Trade Association (EFTA), while....
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PM Modi becomes first foreign head to be bestowed with Bhutan’s highest civilian award ‘Order of the Druk Gyalpo’
Prime Minister Narendra Modi was conferred the Order of the Druk Gyalpo, Bhutan's highest honor, making him the first foreign government leader to receive this honour from the Himalayan nation. The King of Bhutan bestowed the honor upon Prime Minister Narendra Modi. The Order of the Druk Gyalpo was bestowed upon PM Modi in recognition of “his outstanding contribution to the growth of India-Bhutan relations and for his distinguished service to the Bhutanese nation and people".
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India will surpass Japan & Germany to emerge as 3rd largest economy in 5 years, says Amitabh Kant
India will surpass Japan and Germany to emerge as the third-largest economy and also the third-largest stock market in the world in the next five years, India's G20 Sherpa and former NITI Aayog CEO, Amitabh Kant said on Thursday. Speaking at a conference on "The Deccan Conversations, Accelerating Our Growth Story", organised by the Confederation ofIndian Industry (Southern Region), he said India has been growing in the last three quarters at 8.3 per cent plus and has emerged as a very "resilient powerhouse" during this period.
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