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May 1, 2025 8:21 PM
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India continues to be the leading source market for tourism in Sri Lanka, with over 1.5 lakh tourist arrivals in 2025. The data released by the Sri Lanka Tourism Development Authority has revealed that India contributed over 17% to the 8.87 lakh tourist arrivals this year so far. Further, during t...
May 1, 2025 8:16 PM
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External Affairs Minister Dr S. Jaishankar today met Culture Minister of Indonesia Fadli Zon this evening in Mumbai on the sidelines of WAVES Summit 2025. In a social media post, Dr Jaishankar said the creative industry and cultural exchanges are a major component of the India-Indonesia partnership....
May 1, 2025 8:10 PM
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In the Indian Bullion Market, 24 Karat Gold was trading over 2.1 per cent down at 92,830 rupees per 10 grams, while Silver 999 Fine was also trading one percent down at 94,990 rupees per kilogram a short while ago. At the Multi Commodity Exchange, gold for the June contract was trading over 2.2 perc...
May 1, 2025 8:06 PM
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On the opening day of WAVES 2025, a masterclass on brand-building delivered by the Chief Strategy Officer of Ogilvy, Prem Narayan, offered deep insights into how culture can be harnessed to build brands that resonate with the Indian consumer. In his session titled "Culture as a Fuel to Build Brands"...
May 1, 2025 7:08 PM
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Bhartiya Janata Party’s OBC Morcha has welcomed the Union cabinet’s decision to conduct a caste census in the country. In a statement, BJP’s OBC Morcha National President Dr K. Laxman thanked the Prime Minister and said that this decision will empower the marginalised people in the country. He said ...
May 1, 2025 7:06 PM
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Various plenary sessions are being organised at WAVES. Actor Akshay Kumar moderated a session titled “Legends & Legacies: The Stories That Shaped India’s Soul”, where industry veterans Hema Malini, Mohanlal, and Chiranjeevi talked about storytelling, creativity, and cultural legacy. While discus...
May 1, 2025 6:20 PM
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On the occasion of Labour Day, the Ministry of Social Justice and Empowerment today signed a Letter of Agreement with the United Nations Development Programme to recognise and strengthen the contribution of waste pickers in waste collection, recovery, and recycling. This initiative will provide them...
May 1, 2025 6:09 PM
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Coal production in the country has seen a growth of 3.63 percent in the month of April this year compared to last year. In a statement, the Ministry of Coal has said that this growth reflects the continued efforts of the government to ensure consistent supply and operational stability in the sector....
May 1, 2025 5:59 PM
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Oil prices fell today, extending a steep decline from the previous session amid concerns of mounting supply and data showing a contraction in the US economy, the world's top oil consumer. Brent Crude was trading almost two per cent down at 59 dollars and 85 cents per barrel. WTI Crude was also down ...
May 1, 2025 5:59 PM
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In view of the heatwaves during the summer in various parts of the country, the National Human Rights Commission (NHRC) has asked 11 states to take immediate preemptive measures to protect the vulnerable people. The Commission said that states need to take protective measures, especially for economi...
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