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IATO asks government to promote inbound tourism
September 23, 2024
As the growth in foreign tourist arrivals in India continues to remain sluggish, India’s apex association of inbound tour operators, Indian Association of Tour Operators (IATO) has asked the government to initiate a number of measures to boost the tourist traffic. In a press st...
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FATF tells India to do more to target illicit finance
September 23, 2024
In a new report, the Paris-based Financial Action Task Force, an international watchdog mandated to curb money laundering and other international financial crimes, has said that while India has achieved high technical compliance with its recommendations and made progress in tackl...
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Global activists demand USD 5 trillion for climate justice
September 20, 2024
Activists worldwide organised a series of climate actions, urging Global North governments to pay USD 5 trillion annually as a down payment for their climate debt to the disproportionately affected Global South. Several protests were organised the world over by climate activists ...
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Cygnett Hotels & Resorts names leadership teams for 4 properties
September 20, 2024
As part of its continued expansion plan that targets an inventory of over 2,000 rooms by this year, midscale hospitality company Cygnett Hotels & Resorts has appointed Deepak Lakra as Operations Manager for its upcoming property, Cozzet Mahad, a 60-room hotel which will open ...
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EaseMyTrip ventures into medical tourism through twin acquisition
September 20, 2024
The recent announcement by Online Travel Agency EaseMyTrip about its acquisitions in two healthcare-related companies marks a significant diversification as it forays into the domain of medical and wellness tourism. In a regulatory filing earlier this week, the company said that ...
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Ayodhya attracts 110 million tourists in H1 2024
September 19, 2024
Besides Agra, Ayodhya has emerged as a major tourist destination this year, thanks to Ram Mandir, the newly-built temple to Lord Ram, a Hindu deity in the city located in central Uttar Pradesh. According to a report by the Department of Tourism of Uttar Pradesh, within six month...
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Megha Bhatia named CCO of Eve Air Mobility
September 18, 2024
Eve Air Mobility, the urban air mobility subsidiary of Brazilian aircraft manufacturer Embraer, has appointed Megha Bhatia as its new Chief Commercial Officer. In a press statement, Eve Air Mobility says that Megha Bhatia, formerly Chief Strategy Officer at Jet Support Services (...
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Breakthrough in quantum technology enables room temperature molecular sensing
September 17, 2024
A study conducted by the University of Glasgow, in partnership with Imperial College London and UNSW Sydney, says that molecular quantum states can now be manipulated and observed under ambient conditions. This breakthrough holds significant potential for enhancing advanced sensi...
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Carbon storage set to outpace utilisation: IDTechEx report
September 13, 2024
With global carbon dioxide storage capacity estimated to surpass 15 trillion tonnes, its potential far exceeds that of utilisation. This immense capacity underscores the crucial role of CO2 storage in shaping future carbon management strategies and addressing climate change effec...
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Climate activists to stage global protests against fossil fuels today
September 13, 2024
Across more than 50 countries, climate activists are mobilising through more than 150 events on Friday, calling on governments to urgently implement a fast, fair and funded phase-out of fossil fuels. Their goal is to prevent further climate catastrophe and accelerate the transi...
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Targetting IAF deal, Embraer ramps up Indian operations
September 12, 2024
Recognising India as a key market, Brazilian aerospace company Embraer has outlined plans to develop a comprehensive local supply chain for its C-390 Millennium aircraft. In a press statement, Embraer, which is bidding for a significant order by the Indian Air Force for its Mediu...
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UNESCO urges states to implement Safe School Declaration
September 9, 2024
UNESCO expressed deep concern over the escalating impact of global conflicts on educational institutions on the International Day for the Protection of Education against Attack, highlighting a surge in attacks on schools and educators. In a press statement, UNESCO reported that a...
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