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Journey - Guinness World Record for ‘Largest Display of Lambani Items’
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India's G20 Culture Working Group, led by the Ministry of Culture, set a Guinness World Record for the 'Largest Display of Lambani Items' in July 2023, showcasing 1755 items crafted by Lambani women artisans. This initiative, promoting Sandur Lambani embroidery, aligned with the CWG's focus on cultural industries and the 'Culture Unites All' campaign.
Celebrating unity, diversity, and sustainable practices, it echoed the ethos of 'Vasudhaiva Kutumbakam' and supported women's economic independence while advocating for environmental consciousness through initiatives like Mission 'LiFe'.
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Consul General Manish met with Dr. Pete Poovanna, Founder & Director of Forest Bean, to explore promoting Indian coffee from Coorg, Karnataka. Pete expressed gratitude for the Consulate General of India in Vancouver's support in promoting his Indian coffee brand.
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On April 25, 2024, OHM BC officials met with Consul General Manish to discuss their cultural activities in British Columbia. Consul General praised their efforts in promoting Indian culture, especially from Kerala.
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Consul General visited 'Plant Veda', a company led by young Indian diaspora members, specializing in plant-based dairy products like probiotic lassi, milk, creamer, and yogurt. Impressed by their work, Consul General was briefed about their activities and their interest in entering the Indian market.
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Consul General visited the facility of ‘Big Mountain Foods’, which is a women-owned delta-based company that produce soy-free Tofu and other plant-based food products. Consul General was briefed about the activities of the companies. They have shown interest in exploring the Indian market. Consul General invited them to participate in the 'World Food India 2024' scheduled to be held in New Delhi from 19-22 September 2024.
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Consul General Manish visited Lakshmi Narayan Temple in Surrey and offered prayers and met with Board members. During the interaction, CG conveyed his gratitude for the support extended by the temple management in organizing various cultural activities in partnership with the Consulate to promote the rich cultural heritage of India in BC.
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Consul General Manish visited Shri Guru Ravidass Gurdwara in Burnaby and offered prayers and met with Board members and other pioneers who established the Gurudwara. During interaction CG conveyed his gratitude for the support extended by the Gurdwara management in organizing various cultural activities in partnership with Consulate to promote rich cultural heritage of India in BC. Members from Chetna Association & KDS Ross Street Gurdwara were present.
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On the eve of International Dance Day, Consulate General of India in Vancouver partnered with Shiamak Vancouver to organize “Vancouver Celebrates Dance” at the plaza in front of Vancouver Art Gallery.
Great celebrations of various dance forms of India—Bharatnatyam, Bhangra, Bollywood, Kollywood, and other International Dance Forms
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Consul General was pleased to meet the President and CEO of SBI Canada, Mr. Joseph Selvaraj, and welcomed the new President and CEO, Mr. Manish Mishra, during his first visit to Vancouver. He wished Mr. Mishra good luck for his tenure in Canada and appreciated Mr. Selvaraj for his services in Canada. They reviewed the operations of SBI Canada in Western Canada and discussed opportunities for the expansion of SBI Canada Bank.
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Consul General Manish met with BC-India Business Network (BCIBN) members during a farewell lunch, expressing gratitude for their work on the India-BC economic corridor and their cooperation with the Consulate. He commended their efforts in organizing events to boost bilateral economic cooperation and offered suggestions for expanding BCIBN's activities, which were well received by the management team.
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The Canada-India Business Council, led by Mr. Sukesh Kumar, Chair of the Board, and Mr. Victor Thomas, President & CEO, hosted a farewell dinner for Consul General Manish. The event was attended by prominent diaspora buisness & political leaders. The event was co-hosted by Indiaspora Executive Director Mr. Sanjeev Joshipura.
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Consul General Manish was pleased to meet with Serge Corbeil and James Howey of the Air Canada team in Vancouver. He extended his appreciation for their instrumental role in advancing economic cooperation between India and Canada by intensifying air connectivity between the two nations.
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Revamp your living space with exquisite wooden handicrafts from Jhunjhunu, Rajasthan. From wooden doors to window frames, each piece is unique and captures the essence of India’s rich craftsmanship.
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Get charmed by the timeless allure of Makrana marble - a beautiful natural stone from Rajasthan. Revered for adorning iconic architectural masterpieces like the Taj Mahal, it is still a top choice for artisans & architects worldwide.
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Indulge in a culinary delight with the mouth-watering flavours of trout fish from Jammu and Kashmir, renowned for its delicate texture and stunning appearance.
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With an abundant production of flavourful spices, Uttara Kannada in Karnataka is a paradise for culinary enthusiasts.
Want to awaken your taste buds?
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Delight your taste buds with the delectable millet-based food of Malkangiri, Odisha, at ODOP-supported Khadyam, led by Mr. Sitaram K. Explore a blend of taste, health, and sustainability with delicious & nutritious millets - rich in fibre, and packed with essential minerals.
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Owing to the increased penetration of smartphones in India and affordable data plans, nearly 100% of PIN codes have joined the ecommerce revolution.
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India’s digital revolution is setting new records day by day. With INR 18206179 Crore worth of UPI transactions recorded in FY 2023-24, the time is ripe for fintech companies to leverage the country's digital ecosystem for growth.
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With India's egg production reaching ~138 Billion in numbers in FY 2022-23, the nation is an ideal destination for food companies looking to capitalize on the growing demand for protein-rich food products.
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Explore India’s legacy, celebrate its centuries-old traditions and soak in the vibrant culture as you rediscover the delights of these heritage cities.
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Target is to achieve $1 trillion goods exports by 2030: Trade Ministry
The commerce Ministry has initiated an exercise to identify required infrastructure needs, potential sectors, and clusters which would help the country achieve the $1 trillion merchandise exports target by 2030 but sustainability will be a major concern going forward, senior government officials said on Thursday.This comes a day after the European Parliament voted on Wednesday for a new law.....
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India to grow at 6.6%; govt initiatives to enhance employability, productivity: Deloitte
Giving a positive signal towards India’s growth story, Deloitte India on Friday estimated India’s GDP growth at 6.6 per cent in the current fiscal. This growth was helped by consumption expenditure, exports rebound and capital flows. It said that the government investments in infrastructure and initiatives such as Future .....
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IFC investments in India to zoom to over $4 bn, focus on climate finance
The International Finance Corporation (IFC) plans to increase its investment in India to over $4 billion this financial year, with a focus on climate finance. India's renewable energy targets and plans for a net zero economy by 2070 align with IFC's investment priorities, particularly in areas like batteries and electric vehicles (EVs). IFC also emphasizes financial inclusion, digitalization.....
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India growth may top 7% in FY25: NCAER
The National Council of Applied Economic Research (NCAER) has suggested that India's economy could grow faster than 7% in the current financial year. Factors such as the projected acceleration in global growth and trade volumes, as well as an expected above-normal monsoon, are seen as positive indicators for India's economic.....
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ADB open to scaling up financing of private sector projects in India
ADB is very excited about India’s economic growth and the agency was talking to some of the sponsors of projects in solar energy, hydropower, energy transition and battery storage sectors, said vice president (Market Solutions) Bhargav Dasgupta.The Asian Development Bank (ADB) is open to scaling up financing of private sector.....
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Emeritus best; 15 Indian companies in world’s top edtech list
Emeritus has secured top spot in TIME Magazine’s “World’s Top EdTech Companies of 2024” ranking. Founded in 2015 by Ashwin Damera and Chaitanya Kalipatnapu, Emeritus offers courses from global universities such as the University of Cambridge, Harvard Business School, the University of Pennsylvania, MIT Sloan, .....
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India to grow 6.8% in FY25, public investment to be the driver, says IMF
The IMF recently revised India’s growth forecast upward to 6.8% from 6.5% projected in its January forecast. The fund also revised India’s FY24 growth outlook upward to 7.8%, higher than the government’s projection of 7.6%. “India and the Philippines have been the source of repeated positive growth surprises, supported by.....
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India bridging infra gaps to be a global manufacturing hub: Siemens executives
Siemens executives affirm India's potential as a manufacturing powerhouse, with a focus on infrastructure development. Leveraging India's talent pool, Siemens aims to drive growth through AI innovation and strategic partnerships in semiconductor manufacturing. India is addressing infrastructure bottlenecks hindering its.....
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India-UK vaccine partnership helps fight malaria in African countries
The only two WHO-approved malaria vaccines are developed by UK scientists at GSK and University of Oxford and are now being manufactured at scale by Indian pharmaceutical companies. The GSK vaccine RTS,S is being produced by Bharat Biotech, and the Univers Oxford's newer R21 vaccine, by the Serum Institute of India.....
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Cotton yarn, fabric, handloom exports up 7% to $11.7 bn in FY24, shows data
The country's cotton yarn, fabrics/made-ups and handlooms exports rose 6.71 per cent year-on-year to $11.7 billion in 2023-24, even as the total exports dipped by 3 per cent in the last fiscal. According to the commerce ministry data, these exports in March grew by 6.78 per cent to $1 billion.In 2022-23, these exports stood at $10.95 billion. This is one of the key product categories.....
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India gets major push with first multi-purpose Green Hydrogen project!
The Pilot Project aims to generate 14 kilograms of Green Hydrogen daily over an 8-hour operational period. In a significant development, India’s first Multi-purpose (Combined Heat & Power) Green Hydrogen Pilot Project was recently inaugurated by Satluj Jal Vidyut Nigam (SJVN) at its 1,500 MW Nathpa Jhakri Hydro Power Station (NJHPS) in Jhakri, Himachal Pradesh.....
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India's trajectory exemplifies that Digital Public Infrastructure facilitates equal opportunities: UNGA President
UN General Assembly President Dennis Francis has said India's trajectory exemplifies that Digital Public Infrastructure (DPI) is a fundamental driver of social transformation and progress and facilitates equal opportunities if accessed in an inclusive way.Just as physical infrastructure is essential for economic growth .....
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IIT Guwahati claims breakthrough achieved by generating speech signals from vocal cord vibration signals
A research team created a technology named "LOQU" which can capture vocal fold movement without invasive procedures, utilizing sensors placed over the throat. The Indian Institute of Technology Guwahati (IIT-Guwahati) on Tuesday claimed that its researchers achieved a significant breakthrough in speech technology by developing a novel method to generate human speech signals directly from vocal cord vibration signals.
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Renewable energy accounted for 71% of India’s power generation capacity addition in FY24: Report
Renewable energy (RE) sources contributed 71% of the 26 GW of power generation capacity that India added in FY24, according to the latest edition of the CEEW Centre for Energy Finance (CEEW-CEF) Market Handbook. The country’s total installed energy capacity has now reached 442 GW, of which 144 GW (33%) was RE and 47 GW (11%) came from hydroelectric. Consequently, the coal and lignite share in India’s total installed capacity tipped below the 50% mark for the first time.
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Apple logs strong double-digit growth in India; CEO says incredibly exciting market
Apple grew at a strong double-digit rate in India, hitting a new March quarter revenue record in an "incredibly exciting market", even though the tech titan's overall quarterly revenue declined 4 per cent. Apple grew at a strong double-digit rate in India, hitting a new March quarter revenue record in an "incredibly exciting market",, even though the tech titan's overall quarterly revenue declined 4 per cent. Apple's India showing earned praises from CEO.....
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Confident that India-ASEAN comprehensive strategic partnership will grow: S Jaishankar
Jaishankar expressed confidence in the growth of India's comprehensive strategic partnership with ASEAN. The ASEAN-India meetings play a crucial role in India's diplomacy, supporting the partnership's expansion with influential regional groupings and dialogue partners.External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar on Friday exuded confidence that the comprehensive strategic partnership between India and the 10-nation grouping ASEAN will grow further.....
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