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INDIA IN VANCOUVER-WEEKLY
NEWSLETTER
Issue No-37- 15/12/2023
Consulate Weekly Newsletter
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Consul General Manish interacted with the members of BC- India Business Network and provided his insights on the developments in India in economic sphere & suggested ways to intensify economic engagement between BC & India. British Columbia & India bilateral trade amounts to 19% of total trade between our two countries.
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Consul General Manish was the Chief Guest at the online book launch titled :”Dreaming The Countless World – An Epic Creation World” a poetry book written by Mr. Jeffrey Armstrong, Vedic Scholar and founder of Vedic Academic of Sciences and Arts (VASA). This book is an epic 888 lines of poetry written in an enthralling story-telling format. Speaking on the occasion, Consul General highlighted the contribution of Mr. Jeffrey Armstrong in promoting Indian ancient Vedic wisdom and philosophy in the West. Mr. Jeffrey Armstrong was conferred the Distinguished Indologist Award for 2021 by Indian Council for Cultural Relations.
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Consulate General of India in Vancouver partnered with Heartfulness Vancouver to organize an event “ Music, Musings and Meditation“ aimed at promoting Indian culture through Indian classical music, spiritual journey and meditation. The book ‘Spiritual Anatomy’ by Mr. Kamlesh D. Patel also known as "Daaji" was also launched on the occasion. The event was attended by more than 300 people. Consul General attended the event as Chief Guest and participated in the book release and addressed the audience. He spoke on India’s rich cultural history and traditional knowledge and the inclusive values that were behind our global initiatives like ,Life, launching International Solar Alliance, our vaccine Maitri initiative during Covid-19, our motto of G-20 Presidency etc.
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Consulate General of India, Vancouver, collaborated with the Gujarati Society of BC, Bolly Fusion, and Lakshmi Narayan Temple to celebrate a historic moment – the recognition of Garba, Gujarat's traditional dance, by UNESCO! Garba is now part of the Intangible Cultural Heritage of Humanity list. Let's rejoice in this cultural milestone together!
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INCREDIBLE INDIA-WEST BENGAL
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West Bengal
West Bengal is located in the eastern part of India on the Bay of Bengal, covering total area of 88,752 Kms. The state is surrounded by Sikkim and Bhutan in the north, Assam in the northeast, Bangladesh in the east, Bay of Bengal in the south, Odisha in the southwest, Jharkhand & Bihar in the west, and Nepal in the northwest. West Bengal has got heterogeneous geographical division with countless natural assets, stretching from Darjeeling Himalayan range of mountains in the north to the Gangetic Plain in the south, from quiet beaches across the coastal region to the world’s largest Delta which is also known for being the natural habitat of wild scarce species of Royal Bengal tigers at mangrove estuaries of Sundarbans, from green varied landscapes to vast historical events starting from ancient & classical period, medieval & early modern period, colonial period to independence and afterwards.
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KNOW YOUR MILLETS- FINGER MILLET
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Finger Millet
Another significant staple grain in Eastern Africa and Asia is finger millet ,often known as ragi in India (India, Nepal). At the top of the stem, the plant has many spikes or "fingers." The grains are tiny (1-2 mm in diameter). Finger millet grains are rich in minerals, dietary fibre, polyphenols, and proteins. Finger millet, which is rich in calcium, plays an important role in growing children, pregnant women as well as people suffering from obesity, diabetes, and malnutrition. It contains high amount of potassium for the proper functioning of the kidneys and brains and allows the brain and muscles to work smoothly.
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India to take quantum jump during current period: PM Modi
Prime Minister Narendra Modi exuded confidence on Monday that India will take a quantum jump during the current period and said the young generation has to be prepared in such a way that it provides leadership to the country and prioritises national interest over everything else.
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Indian Economy To Grow At 7.5-8% In FY24, Backed By Robust Momentum: FICCI President
The Indian economy is expected to grow by 7.5 per cent to 8 per cent in the current fiscal year, Anish Shah, President, the Federation Indian Chambers of Commerce and Industry, said on Monday. Shah stated that the economy is set to grow by 8 per cent in the next fiscal year (2024-25).
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India to continue pursuit to become number one economy in world, predicts USISPF chairman
India to continue pursuit to become number one economy in world, predicts USISPF chairman John Chambers has predicted that in 2024 India will continue its pursuit to become the number one economy in the world.
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India's economy in 2024: A stable growth path is now within sight
The year 2023 is ending on a positive note for the Indian economy. GDP growth in the second quarter of 2023-24 came in much better than market expectations at 7.6%, led by a strong rebound in the manufacturing sector, even while services-sector growth remained healthy.
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India continues to be seen as a bright spot for global investment opportunities
The Indian economy is growing leaps and bounds and despite the global geopolitical challenges, the country remains a bright spot for investors globally. According to recent report by Global Data, a total of 920 VC funding deals were announced in India during January-October 2023, registering a decline of 38.6 percent in comparison to the 1,499 VC deals a year ago.
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India's bio-economy grew from $10 bn to $80 bn in 8 years: Mandaviya
India's bio-economy has grown eight times in the last eight years from USD 10 billion to USD 80 billion, Union Health Minister Mansukh Mandaviya said on Monday, underlining that in the coming times, biotechnology will become the biggest foundation for medical treatment.
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India’s transforming economic landscape
India, boasting robust GDP growth of 7.8% in the first quarter of the 2023-24 fiscal year, positioning it as the fastest-growing nation in the Group of Twenty, is on track to achieve its ambitious US$5 trillion economy target by 2026-27. At this critical juncture, India is undergoing a significant economic transformation, influenced by a dynamic interplay of factors that reshape both its economic terrain and demographic structure.
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PM Modi demonstrated resolve to make climate action collaborative process: Environment minister at COP28 closing
Environment Minister Bhupender Yadav on Wednesday said through India's G20 Presidency, Prime Minister Narendra Modi demonstrated his resolve to make climate action a collaborative process that 'leaves no one behind'.
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India’s climate actions fourth-strongest, US and China lag behind: Germanwatch report
India’s climate actions were rated the fourth strongest in an annual performance index released by Germanwatch Friday. This marks an improvement of one place from the previous year. Germanwatch is a non-government organisation based in Bonn.
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PM Narendra Modi tops approval ratings among global leaders, US Prez Joe Biden ranked eighth
With an approval rating of 76 per cent, Prime Minister Narendra Modi topped the list of global leaders approval rating survey, conducted by a US-based consultancy firm. Mexican President Andres Manuel Lopez Obrador came second.
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GPAI Summit 2023: 29 nations adopt New Delhi resolution
Twenty-nine member nations of the global partnership on artificial intelligence (GPAI) on Wednesday unanimously adopted the New Delhi resolution, which aims to promote collaborative effort of the member countries on AI, minister of state for electronics and information technology Rajeev Chandrasekhar said.
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India's e-retail market estimated to reach over $160 bn by 2028: Report
E-retail in India is expected to scale beyond $160 billion in value by 2028. The market has experienced strong growth post-pandemic, with an estimated value of $57–$60 billion in 2023, according to the findings from the fourth (2023) edition of ‘How India Shops Online’, a report released by Bain & Company in collaboration with Flipkart.
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Manufacturing sector expected to reach $1 trn by 2025-26 led by Gujarat
The Indian manufacturing sector is experiencing a surge in investments, marking a significant milestone in the nation's economic landscape. According to a report by Colliers, this has poised India's manufacturing market to reach $1 trillion by 2025-26, with Gujarat becoming India's manufacturing powerhouse, followed by Maharashtra, then Tamil Nadu.
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India under PM Modi: Poised to become a $5 trillion economy in 5 years
India stands at a pivotal point in its economic history, poised to become a $5 trillion economy within the next five years. This ambitious target, set by Prime Minister Narendra Modi, reflects the country’s rapid economic growth and the ambitious reforms undertaken by his government.
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India’s GDP growth is 10 years’ transformative reforms reflection: PM Modi
India stands at a pivotal point in its economic history, poised to become a $5 trillion economy within the next five years. This ambitious target, set by Prime Minister Narendra Modi, reflects the country’s rapid economic growth and the ambitious reforms undertaken by his government.
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Journey of mutual respect, shared values, growing partnership: PM Modi on India-South Korea ties
Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday lauded the ties between India and South Korea as a journey of mutual respect, shared values and growing partnerships as diplomatic ties between the two countries marked the 50-year milestone. "We are celebrating 50 years of establishment of diplomatic ties between India and the Republic of Korea today. It has been a journey of mutual respect, shared values and growing partnerships," Modi said in a post on X.
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German firm TÜV SÜD invests 15 mn euros in lab test facility in Bengaluru
TÜV SÜD, a Germany-based safety and sustainability solutions provider, has invested 15 million euros (about Rs 134.8 crore) in its newly-built laboratory and testing facility in Bengaluru, driven by its expansion plans in India and a push towards the government’s ‘Make-in-India’ initiative. This is the company’s second lab facility in Bengaluru, after its Food Analytical, Chemical & Microbiology laboratory, inaugurated in 2005, in Peenya Industrial Estate. It has an existing network of over 39 offices and testing facilities at Bengaluru, Gurugram, Mumbai, Tiruppur, and Visakhapatnam.
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