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Vancouver Celebrates Dance 2024
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Consulate General of India, Vancouver is proud to support Vancouver Celebrates Dance, an initiative by Shiamak’s Victory Arts Foundation (Canada) and SHIAMAK Vancouver!
Get ready to witness a mesmerizing fusion of dance forms including Bollywood, Bharatanatyam, Bhangra, Kollywood, and other dance forms!
Mark your calendars for Sunday, April 28, 2024, and join us from 2 pm – 7 pm at the Vancouver Art Gallery, North Plaza.
Let's celebrate the beauty and diversity of dance together!
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Dekho Apna Desh, People’s Choice 2024 (Poll ends April 30th, 2024)
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Choose your favorite tourist attractions across various categories as part of Dekho Apna Desh, People’s Choice 2024
Your choices will enable the Ministry of Tourism, Government of India to identify attractions and destinations for development in mission mode, contributing to India’s journey towards Viksit Bharat@2047
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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CONSUL GENERAL VISIT TO NORTHWEST TERRITORIES
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Consul General Manish met with Hon. Mayor Rebecca Alty at Yellowknife and discussed possible cooperation with the city in areas of tourism, culture & economic sphere.
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Consul General Manish met with Hon. Pamela Strand, Deputy Minister of Industry, Tourism & Investment, and Hon. Melissa Cyr, Assistant Deputy Minister, Economic Development, Industry, Tourism & Investment, Government of Northwest Territories, in Yellowknife and discussed opportunities for economic engagement between the Northwest Territories and India. Critical minerals, tourism, & skilled manpower are potential areas for cooperation.
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Consul General Manish had a discussion with the President of NWT Chamber of Commerce Newton Gray & Yellowknife Chamber President Adrian Bell in Yellowknife. Opportunities for cooperation in mining, innovation, tourism, and skilled manpower mobility were discussed.
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Consul General Manish had extensive discussions with Executive Director Karen Costello of Northwest Territories (NWT) & Nunavut Chamber of Mines during his visit to Yellowknife. Diamonds have been the primary export to India from NWT. Opportunities for cooperation in other minerals were also explored.
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Consul General Manish during his visit to Yellowknife met with representatives of Indian diaspora living & working there. Yellowknife is home to several hundred Indians who are positively contributing to Northwest Territories economy. Consul General discussed ideas of cooperation between the Consulate and the diaspora.
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Consul General Manish met with Tlicho Investment Corporation CEO Paul Gruner during his visit to Yellowknife. During the meeting, they exchanged views on the priorities of Tlicho Investment Corporation and possible areas of cooperation with India including in mining sector, tourism etc.
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Consul General Manish met with Regional Director General of Crown-Indigenous Relations & Northern Affairs of Canada (CIRNAC) Ron Pankartz in Yellowknife and discussed programs and policies of the government in the Northwest Territories.
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Consul General Manish during his visit to Yellowknife took a tour of the Legislative Assembly, and was briefed on the history and evolution of the Assembly, the process of formation of government, selection of Premier & Speaker following MLA elections.
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CONSUL GENERAL MEETINGS IN VANCOUVER
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Consul General Manish had a meeting with Mr. Ranjith Narayanasamy, CEO, Petroleum Technology Research Centre(PTRC), Saskatchewan, in Vancouver and discussed various issues of mutual interest. Mr. Ranjith conveyed his gratitude for Consul General’s invaluable assistance & support to the Saskatchewan diaspora & for PTRC’s CCS initiatives in India.
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On the invitation of Boards Members of the Khalsa Diwan Society (KDS), Consul General Manish visited the KDS Ross Street Gurdwara on 22 April 2024. The Consul General offered his prayers at the Gurdwara and interacted with the current Vice President, past President, and other members of KDS.
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Consul General visited the stall of NuTaste Food and Drinks Labs Pvt Ltd. in the ‘Grocery and Speciality Food Show’ being held in Vancouver Convention Center from April 22-23, 2024.
NuTaste is an Indian taste and nutrition solutions provider and expanding its international presence by reaching Canadian market. Consul General spoke with the company representatives, briefed them about the Canadian market and wished them success.
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Thanjavur in Tamil Nadu is known for its exquisite handicrafts & handlooms crafted using age-old techniques and natural materials, showcasing the refined artistry and skilled craftsmanship of India.
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Dive into the dynamic world of Bengaluru's aerospace and defence industry, renowned for its advanced technologies and groundbreaking research and contributes immensely to national security and growth.
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Extracted via a steam distillation process, the natural lavender oil from Jammu and Kashmir is known for its:
✅Relaxing properties
✅Therapeutic benefits
Dive deeper into the world of natural wellness
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The Gaura Stone Craft from Mahoba, Uttar Pradesh is a timeless craft. From traditional temples to modern-day sculptures, each creation is finely crafted on sandstone and reflects India’s rich artistic vision.
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Transform your style with the exquisite Molakalmuru sarees from Karnataka. These sarees, crafted from fine cotton, seamlessly blend tradition with innovation, adding a touch of elegance to your wardrobe.
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For investors seeking shining opportunities in the silk industry, Assam is the go-to destination. It is the undisputed leader in the global Muga Silk market, accounting for an impressive 95% share.
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West Bengal boasts a rich history, cultural heritage, & diverse traditions with 3 UNESCO World Heritage Sites- Darjeeling Himalayan Railway, Santiniketan, and Sundarban National Park- catering to diverse tourists.
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By embracing sustainable farming practices, India produced a range of certified organic products, including oil seeds, sugarcane, millet, pulses, tea, coffee, fruits, and vegetables in 2022-23, showing its commitment to conserving the environment.
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Let's walk through India's mystical, allusive, and magnificent caves, known for their extraordinary sculptures and carvings dating back to prehistoric times.
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India to surpass Japan as 4th-largest economy in 2025, IMF says
India's nominal gross domestic product will likely outstrip Japan's in 2025 to become the world's fourth-largest economy, according to an International Monetary Fund estimate, a year earlier than the previous projection. India's GDP will likely total $4.3398 trillion in 2025, compared with Japan's $4.3103 trillion, the IMF said in its latest estimate.....
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No one can stop India's rise': VP Jagdeep Dhankar
In a ceremony held in New Delhi, the Vice President of India, Jagdeep Dhankhar, presented the 14th All India Management Association (AIMA) Managing India Awards, emphasising their significance in shaping public perception and inspiring others through exemplary achievements. Speaking at the event, Vice President Dhankhar extended his congratulations to the awardees.....
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UN chief keen on continuing momentum of MDB reforms initiated during India's G20 Presidency: N K Singh
UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres aims to sustain the momentum of Multilateral Development Banks (MDB) reforms initiated during India's G20 presidency, according to N. K. Singh, Chairman of the 15th Finance Commission. Singh, after a positive interaction with Guterres and Deputy Secretary-General Amina .....
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India to expand scope of Digital Stack exports to global south nations
The government is planning to expand the scope of Digital Public Infrastructure (DPI) and Digital Public Goods (DPG) in terms of exports by including newer platforms to help emerging market economies with financial inclusion, innovation and economic growth, two people aware of the matter said.....
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‘India stands as a shining beacon of excellence within our APAC operations’
Mergers can signify a seismic shift in any industry, with the potential for both triumph and turbulence. But EssenceMediacom, born on 31 January 2023 from the fusion of two powerhouse agencies within GroupM, has emerged as a strong leader in the industry in just 15 months. Boasting $21 billion in global billing, this amalgamation represents.....
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IMF praises India’s fiscal discipline in election year
: The International Monetary Fund has applauded India for maintaining fiscal discipline in an election year, saying that the Indian economy is doing well and continues to be the world’s bright spot. “At this point in time, India’s economy is doing well. Growth at 6.8 per cent is very good. Inflation’s coming down. We have to make sure that.....
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India, Australia Join Hands For New-Age 'Deep Dive' Into Culture
The Museum of Solutions, the Australian Consulate General, and India’s Unbox Cultural Futures have joined forces to launch the art exhibition 'Walking Through a Songline' in India on April 20. The exhibition uses immersive art to give a glimpse of how the Australian continent was mapped. The project uses new-age, .....
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India leads the world in AI’s skill penetration; lags on investments
At a time when AI is the buzzword on everyone’s lips — from businesses to governments — where does India stand on adoption of the technology? The Artificial Intelligence Index Report 2024 published by Stanford University sheds some light. India is number one in the world in terms of relative AI skill penetration, and is in the top.....
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India presence imperative as part of worldwide expansion: CLA Global
India's increasing global significance and its critical role in world economy are undeniable, making it imperative for CLA Global to establish a presence in this market as part of its ambitious global expansion strategy, said G Scott Engelbrecht, chairman of the accounting and auditing network. CLA Global is among the non-Big Four.....
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A year on, Apple’s India stores emerge among its best globally
Apple's two company-owned stores in India have achieved significant revenue, each generating between Rs 190-210 crore last fiscal year. The stores, located in Mumbai and New Delhi, have consistently achieved monthly sales of Rs 16-17 crore each since their launch. Apple is now aggressively looking for space to open three more company owned stores in Pune, Bengaluru.....
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India's first multi-purpose green hydrogen pilot project inaugurated
The project is the nation's first multi-purpose (combined heat and power) green hydrogen generation plant with the capability to cater to the high-velocity oxygen fuel (HVOF) coating facility of NJHPS to meet its combustion fuel requirements, in addition to generating electricity through its 25kW capacity fuel cell. India's first multi-purpose green hydrogen pilot project .....
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Morgan Stanley forecasts strong Indian GDP growth amid robust domestic demand
Morgan Stanley is optimistic about India's economic growth due to strong domestic demand. The firm forecasts GDP growth of 6.8% in 2024-25 and 6.5% in 2025-26. It predicts inflation to be around 5% in the second quarter, easing to 4.1% in the second half of 2024. The current account deficit is expected to remain within 1-1.5% of.....
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Every global brand wants to be in India: OYO's Ritesh Agarwal
Ritesh Agarwal, the Founder and CEO of OYO Rooms, a renowned global hospitality chain, has advocated for international companies to seize the opportunity to establish businesses in India. Agarwal, who also serves as a prominent judge on 'Shark Tank India,' expressed his views in a recent post on social media platform X.
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Indian Students Bag NASA Awards For Human Exploration Rover Challenge
Two Indian students' teams from the New Delhi area and Mumbai have won awards from the NASA for the Human Exploration Rover Challenge. The National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA) said on Monday that the KIET Group of Institutions, Delhi-NCR, had won the annual Human Exploration Rover Challenge (HERC) prize in the "Crash and Burn" .....
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India’s services exports up 11% to $345 billion in 2023: UNCTAD
India beat the world average in the services export growth in calendar year 2023 with overseas earnings from the sector expanding 11.4% on year to $ 345 billion, according to a United Nations Conference on Trade and Development report. During the year world services trade grew 8.9% to cross $ 7.9 trillion. International travel receipts increased by 40%, continuing the recovery from the COVID-19 pandemic throughout the year.....
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Indian economy stands out with strong show: Finance Ministry
India's finance ministry highlighted the country's "promising economic performance," citing resilient growth, stable prices, and a strong external sector in its monthly economic report for March. Despite global uncertainties, India's economy remains robust, driven by factors like domestic demand, investment, and manufacturing momentum. The report also noted favorable monsoon forecasts, which are expected to boost agricultural output and ease.....
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