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Dalai Lama’s upcoming visit to Arunachal Pradesh angers China

Dalai Lama’s upcoming visit to Arunachal Pradesh...

March 10, 2017

As parts of the world observe the 58th Tibetan Uprising Day, Tibet remains unaddressed and the Dalai Lama’s plan to visit the north-eastern state of Arunachal Pradesh has stirred China.

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India extends paid maternity leave to 26 weeks

India extends paid maternity leave to 26 weeks

March 10, 2017

The Lok Sabha passed a path-breaking bill on maternity benefits extending the leave period from 12 weeks to 26 weeks along with some other aids for the mother to take good care of the child during his/her formative stage.

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Kolkata witnesses contemporary performances from across the globe

Kolkata witnesses contemporary performances from a...

March 9, 2017

With international acts bringing in unique shows, theatre and performance arts in Kolkata are turning exciting and educating.

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Trekking in India

Trekking in India

March 9, 2017

With the mighty Himalayas and several other locations throughout the country offering trekking choices, India makes for an ideal destination for adventure lovers.

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Student movements in India spark nationalism debate

Student movements in India spark nationalism debat...

March 8, 2017

Freedom of expression in India has been under threat for a while now and with an unprecedented rise in suppression of campus voices, India stands at crossroads.

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India to present unique tourism products in ITB Berlin

India to present unique tourism products in ITB Be...

March 7, 2017

While the global travel and tourism industry gears up for ITB Berlin, the most significant congress of the calendar year, India aims to hold a strong presence in Hall 5.2b.

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NGO Series: Gumin Rego Kilaju

NGO Series: Gumin Rego Kilaju

March 6, 2017

Gumin Rego Kilaju (GRK), in Arunachal Pradesh, a north-eastern state of India, is working for preservation of community spirit and sustainable living through various activities.

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Tibetan Science of Healing in India

Tibetan Science of Healing in India

March 5, 2017

India, the centre of diverse alternative therapies and systems, houses retreats for the Tibetan science of healing.

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Roopangarh Fort in Rajasthan

Roopangarh Fort in Rajasthan

March 2, 2017

Roopangarh Fort, in the Northern Indian State of Rajasthan, has been turned into a hotel by its owner, Brajraj Singh, the actual descendant of the royal family who built it in the 17th century.

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Six works by Shakespeare that inspired Indian cinema

Six works by Shakespeare that inspired Indian cine...

March 2, 2017

The legacy of the Shakespeare is being kept alive in India through mainstream cinema interpreting his works in various ways.

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