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INDIA IN VANCOUVER-WEEKLY
NEWSLETTER
Issue No-35- 01/12/2023
Consulate Weekly Newsletter
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Consulate General of India in Vancouver, in association with Chetna Association of Canada and Guru Ravidass Sabha, Burnaby organized an event on 27 November 2023 to celebrate the Constitution Day of India and the birth anniversary of Guru Nanak Dev Ji.
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On the occasion of the Constitution Day, Consulate organized a Preamble Reading ceremony where officials of the Consulate participated. The Preamble reading was led by Consul General. All officials also participated in online events to mark the Constitution Day, i.e., Preamble Reading and the Constitution Quiz.
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Consul General Manish received the office bearers and volunteers of Heartfulness Vancouver. The group was led by Secretary Ms. Lakshmi Ravindran, who made a presentation on the initiative of Heartfulness in contributing to the well-being of the Community.
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Consulate organized a business outreach event to promote Investment opportunities in India for NRI/PIOs. Consul General made a detailed presentation and gave an overview of the current state of Indian economy, shared the vision for Amrit Kaal (Vision 2047, India@100); highlighted business reforms especially in the field of infrastructure and Tech sectors. He presented India as a Global innovation hub and provided detailed information on opportunities available in agriculture, construction, IT-BPM, Fintech, Food processing, Pharmaceuticals, Healthcare etc. He appraised the guests on the special facilities available for NRI/PIOs and the help desk facility available at Invest India. He also shared details on India-Canada and India-BC relationship.
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INCREDIBLE INDIA-MEGHALAYA
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Meghalaya
Meghalaya is richly endowed with natural beauty. Everywhere you go, you will never cease to be mystified by the spectacular charm the state offers; from cascading waterfalls, lush green forests, deep caves, amazing and mesmerising culture and tradition to hospitable and friendly people. Visit us and be charmed and captivated for life. Sohra/Cherrapunjee: Khasi Hills is perhaps best known for Sohra (Cherrapunjee), geographically famous for being the wettest place on earth and also Shillong, one of the most beautiful hill stations in India. Infact the entire Khasi Hills region that forms the central part of Meghalaya is richly endowed with natural beauty. Mawphlang Sacred Grove: One of the most remarkable features of the Khasi Hills are the sacred forests, which have been preserved by traditional religious sanction, since the ancient days. One of the most famous sacred forests is the Mawphlang Sacred Forest, about 25 kilometres from Shillong.
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KNOW YOUR MILLETS- LITTLE MILLET
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Little Millet
Little Millet (Panicummiliare) is grown throughout India and is a traditional crop. It is a relative of proso millet but the seeds of little millet are much smaller than proso millet. it is also called Moraiyo, Kutki, Shavan, and Sama. It is loaded with vitamin B and essential minerals such as Calcium, Iron, Zinc, and Potassium. Little Millet is largely used in Southern states of India in numerous traditional dishes. It is a healthier alternative to rice and does not cause weight gain.
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S&P Global hikes India's FY24 GDP growth forecast by 40 bps to 6.4%
S&P Global Ratings on Friday hiked India's gross domestic product (GDP) growth rate forecast for 2023-24 (FY24) to 6.4 per cent from 6 per cent earlier.
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India's economy forges ahead: Urban demand fuels steady GDP growth amid global slowdown
India's economic expansion likely moderated but remained strong in the September quarter, supported by robust service activity and solid urban demand despite a global slowdown dampening export growth, according to a Reuters poll of economists.
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India's data science education market to reach $1.39 bn by 2028: Report
The global data science education sector is poised to reach $378.7 billion by 2030, according to the "Data Science Education Report 2023," recently released by the Indian edtech platform Imarticus Learning.
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G20, Post-Covid Rebound, Policy Push Propel India's Hospitality Sector, Eyeing $1 Trillion Milestone by 2047
India's hospitality sector is poised for a remarkable resurgence, driven by a combination of global economic strategies, robust policy initiatives, and a determined rebound from the chllenges posed by the pandemic.
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At $45 trillion, India to be world's largest economy by 2052: CLSA
By 2052 - in less than 30 years from now and five years after the government-christened Amrit Kaal ends in 2047-India could surpass the US to be the world's largest economy with a nominal GDP of $45 trillion, a report by foreign broking major CLSA said.
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NASA chief hails India as ‘great future partner’, discusses role of Indian astronaut at space station
India and the US held talks on deepening space collaboration with a focus on the proposed role of an Indian astronaut who will be trained by the National Aeronautics and Space Administration (Nasa) and will fly to the International Space Station (ISS) next year, Nasa administrator Bill Nelson said on Tuesday.
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Indian economy expected to sustain strong growth amid global gloom
Indian economy is likely to continue its strong growth in the quarter to end of September, helped by a solid urban consumption and government spending, outpacing a slowing global economy squeezed by elevated interest rates and higher energy prices.
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How India is charting new paths with Global Capability Centres
In a global arena of opportunities, India isn’t just an attractive market; it’s a hotspot for creativity and a hub for game-changing investments. The flourishing landscape of Global Capability Centres (GCCs) is a testament to India’s adaptability and resilience, making it an attractive destination for global investors and corporations seeking to leverage its abundant resources and potential.
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AMD design centre puts India on way to the top of chip value chain
After American semiconductor company Micron announced setting up an assembly, testing and packaging plant at Sanand in Gujarat a few months ago, now another American semiconductor company, AMD, has inaugurated in Bengaluru its largest global design centre.
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India moves to elite club of nations as mcap tops $4 trn for first time
India joined an exclusive group of countries that includes the likes of the United States, China, and Japan after its market capitalisation (mcap) hit the $4 trillion mark on Wednesday.
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The Clearest Sign of India’s Very Good Year
India has had a very good year. The country’s economy is booming, its stock market is near an all-time high and its population is on track to overtake China’s to become the largest in the world. India and the U.S. have signed deals this year on jet-fighter engines and semiconductor chips. In September, New Delhi hosted a summit of the Group of 20 nations.
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After "Abundance in Millet" in Grammy's, India's Play on Millet featured by United Nations
Darshan Mahajan, a young theatre maker, takes centre stage with his acclaimed play titles "Pruthvi Che Shetkari (Farmers of the Earth)- The story of Millets. This first-of-its-kind dance and music play, released in July 2023, has not only captives audiences but has also earned recognition from the United Nation's Food and Agriculture Department.
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Top UN leaders, envoys hail India as champion of South-South cooperation
Top UN leaders and envoys have lauded India's "exemplary leadership" in addressing global challenges and for being a champion of South-South cooperation, as they highlighted the country's G20 Presidency and termed the enduring" partnership between India and the United Nations as a guidelight within the Global South.
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India's G20 presidency marks the dawn of a new multilateralism
Today marks 365 day since India assumed the G20 Presidency. It is a moment to reflect, recommit, and rejuvenate the spirit of 'Vasudhaiva Kutumbakam, 'One Earth, One Family, One Future.'
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99.2 per cent of mobiles 'Made in India': Ashwini Vaishnav reviews meteoric growth of Indian mobile sector
Minister of electronics and information technology, Ashwini Vaishnav, took to social media platform X to announce achievements in the mobile industry. In a post, he revealed that the Indian mobile industry has experiences exponential growth, expanding by a remarkable factor of 20 in just nine years.
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India's pharma business can reach $130 bn by 2030: Industry experts
India's pharmaceutical business may exceed USD 130 billion by 2030, supported by expanding market opportunities and heightened demand in the overseas markets, industry experts said on Tuesday. The business stood at over USD 50 billion for the 2022-23 fiscal, they noted.
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Aviation boom in India! Air passenger traffic poised to soar 15% in 2023-24
In a recent report, aviation advisory and research firm CAPA India have projected a robust growth of approximately 15% in India’s air traffic, reaching 155 million passengers during the fiscal year 2023-24.
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Dev Diwali 2023: Diplomats from 70 countries attend Varanasi's grand celebration; EU Envoy says 'Experience Like No Other'
Keeping up with its long-standing tradition, Varanasi on Monday witnessed a grand celebration, complete with fireworks and thousands of 'diyas', on the occasion of 'Dev Diwali', also called 'Dev Deepawali.
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iPhone maker Foxconn plans to expand footprint in India with $1.6 billion investment
iPhone maker Hon Hai Precision Industry Co. plans to expand its footprint in India with another NT$50 billion ($1.6 billion) investment for construction projects.
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