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Indian government initiates a new push to skill development
December 20, 2016
As India prepares to take the mantle of skilled manpower sphere, aiming to provide the world with competent personnel, Indian Prime Minister, Narendra Modi has introduced a set of new initiatives to boost skill development in the country.
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Madhya Pradesh hosts second Jal Mahotsav
December 20, 2016
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.
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ATOAI conducts skill development training in Madhya Pradesh
December 20, 2016
An 8-day workshop was organised by ATOAI (Adventure Tour Operators’ Association of India) on skill development in adventure tourism from December 7 to 14 in Hanuwantiya, Indira Sagar Dam in Madhya Pradesh.
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Ethiopian Airlines starts weekly flights to Victoria Falls
December 20, 2016
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.
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At least 74 journalists killed globally in 2016, according to Reporters Without Borders
December 20, 2016
A recent report by Reporters Without Borders revealed that at least 74 journalists were killed globally while on duty, and India remains among most dangerous countries in world for journalists according to other reports.
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Indians now the largest international migrant group
December 19, 2016
With globalisation and technology bridging the gap between diverse ends of the world, more and more people are now migrating, possibly with the idea of self-development. A recent research has shown that Indians are leading the line of international migrants, leaving behind Mexica...
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Chhattisgarh to go Open Defecation Free
December 17, 2016
The forested state of Chhattisgarh in central India has been long deprived of basic cleanliness and hygiene infrastructure, and a lot of its people have been living in homes that do not have toilets. But now, the Swachh Bharat Abhiyan or the Clean India mission is making Chhattis...
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Ministry of Civil Aviation proposes biometric screening at airports
December 17, 2016
The thumbprint might soon be all one needs as formal documentation to enter Indian airports and board domestic flights. The aviation ministry is planning to introduce biometric screening at airports to help passengers enter just by flashing their thumbs, instead of presenting ide...
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Kenya Tourism Board gets a new CEO
December 17, 2016
Dr Betty Radier has officially taken over as the new chief executive officer at the Kenya Tourism Board following a nine-month vacuum of a substantive CEO. Dr Radier took on the baton from marketing director Jacinta Nzioka who had been serving as acting CEO.
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Andhra Pradesh Tourism partners with Stayzilla and Rightstay
December 17, 2016
With increasing tourism activity across the country, India will need 290,000 more rooms for tourists in 2020, and homestays are evolving as the best alternative. To promote the concept of homestay in the state, Andhra Pradesh Tourism has signed an agreement with Rightstay (MakeMy...
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World’s longest tunnel opens regular service in Switzerland
December 17, 2016
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...
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New disabilities bill passed in India
December 17, 2016
Passing of the bill has been hailed as a step forward for the rights of disabled people even as some key concerns remain unaddressed.
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