Women’s representation in politics deteriorate in India

According to the data presented in the Women in Politics 2017 Map, launched recently by the Inter-Parliamentary Union (IPU) and UN Women, the number of women in executive government and in parliament worldwide has stagnated, with only marginal improvements since 2015.

World Tourism Forum unveils top 100 tourism companies

The World Tourism Forum achieved a first by announcing the top 100 companies in the global travel & tourism industry at a press conference before the 'World Tourism Forum Global Meeting', which will take place at Istanbul Congress Centre (ICC) on February 16-18.

La deuxième visite au Bengale Occidental de l’ambassadeur de France en Inde

Lors de sa deuxième visite dans l’Etat indien du Bengale Occidental, du 5 au 7 février 2017, l’ambassadeur de France en Inde, Alexandre Ziegler, s’est rendu à Kolkata, la capitale de l’Etat, et dans l’ancien comptoir français de Chandannagar, autrefois plus connu so...

Significance of multilingualism on the web

Social media and the web is undoubtedly important mediums to enhance business innovation. And with the growing numbers of international users, there comes a need for businesses to become multilingual in order to cater to various target audiences in different nations.

Sicilia Convention Bureau appoints Venture Marketing in India

Venture Marketing collaborating with Sicilia Convention Bureau will give them an immediate and transparent access to the entire island’s novelties, the new openings, the hidden corners, and the solutions that offer the best quality-price ratio.

Madhya Pradesh hosts second Jal Mahotsav

To boost the footfall of both inbound and outbound tourists in the state, the Madhya Pradesh Tourism Board has yet again organised the Jal Mahotsav (water festival), amidst the gleaming waves of Narmada River in Hanuwantiya; but this time, it is bigger and better.

Ethiopian Airlines starts weekly flights to Victoria Falls

Ethiopian Airlines, Africa’s largest airline group, announced that it will start four weekly flights to the Victoria Falls, site of the most spectacular waterfalls in the world, from March 26, 2017, with the latest B737-800 New Generation with Sky Interior.

World’s longest tunnel opens regular service in Switzerland

Regular rail service through the world’s longest tunnel - Gotthard Base Tunnel (GBT) - began carrying passengers deep under the Swiss Alps from Zurich to Lugano. The famed GBT had a ceremonial opening in June, attracting European leaders like German Chancellor Angela Merkel and...

India remains an antique showcase of Portuguese architecture

Indian territories such as Goa, Daman and Diu on the western coast of the peninsula still holds a very strong Portuguese influence in terms of the local languages, architecture and fervour. However, are we building on a mutually beneficial space that is rightly reminiscent of the...

AgustaWestland Bribery Scandal: Ex-Indian Air Force Chief taken into custody

Former Air Force Chief, Shashindra Pal Tyagi, was arrested for his alleged involvement in a INR 4.5 billion AgustaWestland bribery case in procurement of 12 AW101 VVIP helicopters. He, along with his cousin, was sent to four-day Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) custody this ...

Indian wool industry attaining world recognition

Indian fabrics, processing methods, art and its unique cultural distinction have been drawing attention from various parts of the world for years now. After famous Indian fabrics like pure cotton, tussar silk and khadi (hand-spun and hand-woven cloth), it’s the Indian wool whic...

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