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With over 9,000 visitors, Cosmoprof India 2023 comes to an impressive conclusion
Held from December 07–09, 2023, at the Jio World Convention Centre in Mumbai, the 4th edition of Cosmoprof India welcomed over 450 exhibiting companies from 19 countries and drew approximately 9,000 professional visitors, a 20% increase over the previous edition. We are thrilled with Cosmoprof India's success. For three incredible days, over 9,000 attendees from 55 countries ‐ suppliers, brands, retailers, distributors, and professionals ‐ had the chance to meet each other, explore the cutting‐edge trends and product launches, and get inspired by new tools and solutions,” said Enrico Zannini, General manager of BolognaFiere Cosmoprof.
Salman Khans house was the scene of an Ira Khan pre-wedding celebration attended by Aamir Khan, son Junaid, ex-wife Kiran Rao, and relatives.
On Tuesday, Aamir Khan's family was present at Salman Khan's Mumbai residence for Ira Khan's pre-wedding event. Today, Ira will wed Nupur Shikhare.Shortly after Reena Dutta, Aamir Khan's first wife, and Kiran Rao, his ex-wife, were seen arriving in Mumbai on Tuesday for Ira Khan's haldi ceremony, the entire family showed up to Salman Khan, actor,'s house for a pre-wedding celebration. Aamir arrived in a car with his son, aspiring actor Junaid, visible beside him. Azad, the kid of Kiran and Aamir, was also observed getting into a car with his mother. Aamir was photographed beside his son and aspiring actor Junaid as they arrived in a car. Aamir's ex-wife, Kiran Rao, and their son Azad also arrived in a car. They were joined by Aamir's mother, Zeenat Hussain. Junaid Khan is Aamir's son from his first marriage to Reena Dutta. They were all photographed together in paparazzi recordings before Ira's wedding. Kiran and Azad wore traditional clothes, whereas Aamir and Junaid dressed casually. Aamir's mother, Zeenat Hussain, who had been living in Chennai due to health concerns, arrived in another automobile.
2023s Military Innovations and What Defense Technology Can Expect in 2024
Amidst escalating geopolitical tensions worldwide, several nations, such as Russia and India, spearheaded military innovation in 2023. Sputnik India takes a look back at some of the most inventive weapons from the previous year. In 2023, a number of cutting-edge weapon systems made their debuts. Russia, in particular, used its most advanced defense hardware in Ukraine, where the Eurasian sovereign state was engaged in a special military operation against the forces of Volodymyr Zelensky, the leader of that country.India, a longstanding strategic ally of Moscow, was not going to lag behind in terms of military hardware as New Delhi expanded its stockpile in response to the Indo-Pacific region becoming as the center of attention for world geopolitics. It's interesting to note that in 2023, Indian armaments and ammunition production and exports reached a record high.India's Defence Ministry (MoD) reports that during the current fiscal year, the South Asian nation exported military equipment valued at INR 16,000 crore ($1.95 billion). The figures indicate a $360 million increase in exports compared to the previous fiscal year.Additionally, BJP officials informed the media that it is unlikely for the panel to accept requests from rival parties' defectors that they be appointed to prestigious posts in exchange for their allegations. Senior members of the saffron party gathered in New Delhi to plan for the impending parliamentary elections and the dedication of the Ram Temple in the Uttar Pradesh city of Ayodhya. These members included Federal Ministers Bhupendra Yadav, Ashwini Vaishnav, Chief Himanta Biswa Sarma of the Assam State, and general secretaries Tarun Chugh and Sunil Bansal.
A New Panel Is Formated by the BJP to Examine New Hires Before the 2024 Elections
With the new panel, the federally dominant BJP hopes to assess potential members' devotion in advance of the 2024 parliamentary elections. A new panel has been established by the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) to screen lawmakers from other parties who may want to join the party before the March–April 2024 general elections.The panel will determine whether to accept or reject the politicians who wish to join the party, according to media reports citing party sources. The BJP seeks to reduce the possibility of enlisting supporters who might turn against them if they are elected to the legislature. Only after receiving consent from the committee will anyone wishing to cross the floor be permitted to participate. It is anticipated that the committee will convene for the first time on January 6.
Nakul Anand, a renowned pioneer in the hotel and travel industries, leaves ITC after 45 years as president.
On January 2, 2024, Nakul Anand, one of India's most renowned and distinguished figures in the hotel and travel industries, announced his retirement as executive director of ITC. Anand made a significant contribution to raising ITC Hotels to new heights. In 1978, he began his career with ITC Hotels as a management trainee. Over the course of 45 years, he ascended to the company's highest ranks and assumed control of the hotel, travel, and tourism divisions. Anand (67) received a heartfelt send-off from the ITC Green Centre in Gurgaon.According to the About Nakul Anand page on the ITC website, Anand has been recognized for his vision, dedication, and role as a thought leader in the travel and hospitality sector throughout the course of a career spanning more than 40 years. Drawing from ITC's commitment to sustainability, he has argued that hoteliers ought to adopt a sustainable business strategy. He has guided the ITC Hotels team in creating the first instance of "responsible luxury" in the hospitality sector by utilizing the important lessons learned from sustainable excellence within ITC. ITC Hotels is now known worldwide as the largest hotel chain with the most LEED Platinum certified buildings thanks to this dedication. In addition, Nakul oversaw the CII National Tourism Committee and the Hotel Association of India.
The Lieutenant Governor requests that the CBI look into the
Delhi, New: According to sources, the CBI has been requested by the Lieutenant Governor of Delhi to look into claims of corruption related to diagnostic tests performed at the Aam Aadmi Mohalla Clinics in Delhi.According to accounts, the Mohalla Clinics performed fictitious pathology and radiological exams on empty patients. On September 20, Delhi Health Minister Saurabh Bharadwaj also brought attention to the issue, and as a result, seven physicians employed at Mohalla Clinics were relieved. While some doctors would arrive at the clinics well after others and yet record full attendance, others would skip work entirely.The health secretary is expected to be fired by the Delhi administration, according to sources. Only a few days prior, Lieutenant Governor VK Saxena had directed the Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) to conduct an additional investigation into the purported provision of inferior medications to government hospitals in Delhi. Initial examination into the Mohalla Clinic scandal revealed that doctors who had not been visiting the clinics were listed as present. According to accounts, the clinics kept ordering diagnostic tests for individuals who didn't exist.
At IFMR, J-PAL South Asia Celebrates 20 Years of Global Reach
Come celebrate 20 years of groundbreaking research and innovative policy with J PAL South Asia at IFMR. Visit the J PAL Exhibition at Bikaner House to explore the realm of effect based on evidence. Take a deep dive into the path of in-depth analysis and creative solutions advancing social change. Interact with interactive displays that highlight innovative initiatives in healthcare, education, and other fields including poverty reduction. Participate in talks with professionals Examine case studies to see how data-driven insights influence laws and strengthen communities. See the impact of research in action and learn how J PAL is using cooperation and evidence to create a better future. Don't pass up the chance to participate in our social change mission at the Bikaner House event, which is scheduled for the fifth and seventh days.
SUMMARY BY BINA THORSEN AND TARINI SHARMA
Come see Tarini Sharma and Bina Thorsen's first photo collage show, Continuance, at Kalamkar Gallery, Bikaner House, India Gate, New Delhi, 110011. First Look: January 5, 2024, from 5:00 p.m. until 9:00 p.m. By invitation only On View January 6–9, 2024, from 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. Explore the lives of two emerging New York artists as they create works that bridge the gap between Indian and Scandinavian design influences through technique and time. See the works that masterfully convey a fusion of cultural history and a modern viewpoint. Don't miss this fascinating exhibition that explores the process of recording family histories.
MONISH BALIS CHARCOAL CHRONICLES: EYES OF THE UNTAMED
Charcoal Chronicles presents Eyes of the Untamed by Monish Bali, an entrancing journey into the world of untamed elegance. Watch as the energy of the nature is captured in our charcoal canvas through captivating golden ombre eyes. Come experience our one-of-a-kind art display and lose yourself in the enthralling stories of the wild. Dates: January 6–8 Location: LTC, Delhi's Bikaner House Display Ashish Soni is the curator. Composed by Amaan & Ayaan Ali Bangash for Media Discover a blend of exhibits, the essence of Delhi's art scene, and charcoal artwork. Come celebrate the wild beauty that charcoal can capture.
Qiang New Year: A lavish celebration of peace, agriculture, and customs
The largest and most significant customary celebration for the Qiang ethnic group is the Qiang New Year Festival, which typically takes place on the first day of the tenth month in the conventional Chinese calendar. The main themes of Qiang New Year are blessings, peace prayers, and harvest celebration. The straightforward and antiquated ceremonial practices create a distinctively rich cultural ambiance that embodies the peculiarities of Qiang culture. The Qiang people are a long-standing ethnic group with thousands of years of history. Their distinct traditional culture has developed as a result of living in high mountain valleys and a secluded, closed environment; Qiang New Year is one such example.Although the history of the Qiang New Year is unknown, it is believed to have started earlier than the Qin Dynasty (221-207 BC). It is a comprehensive folk festival that blends religious beliefs, historical legends, music, dance, and cuisine because of the solemnity of its rituals and the meticulousness of its sacrifices, particularly in the ceremonies. Its content reflects early agricultural activities in large part, with many cultural artifacts from the hunting and nomadic periods remaining. When Qiang New Year arrives, each village holds elaborate celebrations, usually lasting from three to five days, and in some villages as long as 10 days, with slight variations from region to region. The main events of the celebrations are entertainment and sacrifices. The sacrificial activities include offerings to heaven, earth, ancestors, and village deities, while the entertainment includes feasting, drinking, enjoying delicacies, singing and dancing. The Qiang New Year Festival was acknowledged for its significance and the need for its preservation in 2009 when it was added to UNESCO's Representative List of the Intangible Cultural Heritage of Humanity.
India Is Becoming a Spiritual Attraction for Traveling Pilgrims
India is experiencing a rise in pilgrimage tourism to all of its holiest sites, including the Ram temple in Ayodhya, the Mahakaal temple in Ujjain, and the Kashi Vishwanath temple in Varanasi.Over 60% of India's tourism business is derived from religious and spiritual tourism, which makes it a very appealing destination for tourists from all over the world.India's holy locations entice tourists who come on individual pilgrimages seeking deep religious experiences and spiritual comfort.Since its recent opening, the Ram Mandir in Ayodhya City, Uttar Pradesh, has drawn pilgrims from all over the world who come to honor and receive blessings at the hallowed site of Lord Ram's birth."Visiting Ayodhya is the crown jewel of visiting India, which is a trip unto itself. The city is developing quickly due to the influx of visitors, and it will soon become a popular pilgrimage tourism destination with first-rate infrastructure, according to My Tirth India founder and managing director Indraneel Dasgupta, who spoke with Sputnik."Spiritual and pilgrimage tourism is only going to increase with better infrastructure and easy accessibility, and one day it will overcome every other mode of tourism," Dasgupta stated.Religious Travel Boosts the Economy In addition to its obvious religious and spiritual significance, Dasgupta claims that encouraging pilgrimage tourism has various benefits. These include increased job opportunities, business chances, and money production for the area as well as enhanced infrastructure and connection.Many tourists visit the temple in search of blessings, which makes it difficult to control the crowd and guarantee the guests' comfort and safety. Dasgupta emphasized that in order to handle the growing number of pilgrims while maintaining the purity and cultural relevance of the pilgrimage site, the temple administration and security forces must develop sustainable crowd management tactics and infrastructure."Spiritual tourism is the primary source of income for many religious sites located in cities such as Haridwar, Shirdi, Ujjain, Katra, Varanasi, and Vrindavan, and this industry is growing daily." Spiritual tourism will only grow and eventually surpass all other forms of travel, according to Dasgupta.
Check routes to avoid the traffic advise issued by Delhi Police for the Bharat Parv event.
The Delhi Police stated in its traffic alert that there will be a lot of people attending the event on all days, including VIPs. Until January 31, the event will be held daily from 12 p.m. to 10 p.m.A traffic caution has been released by the Delhi Police for Bharat Parv, an annual nine-day mega festival that takes place at Red Fort from January 23 to January 31. The Ministry of Central Tourism is in charge of organizing the event.Republic Day tableaux, musical performances by Armed Forces bands, cultural displays, a pan-Indian food court, a crafts mart, and state and central government pavilions are all featured at the event.Limitations on Traffic The Delhi Police stated in its traffic alert that there will be a lot of people attending the event on all days, including VIPs. Until January 31, the event will be held daily from 12 p.m. to 10 p.m.There will be traffic diversion at Delhi Gate, Chatta Rail Crossing, Subhas Park T-Point, and Shanti Van Chowk.The advise stated that paid parking facilities are available close to Red Fort and that guests and the general public are welcome to use them as needed. "Traffic will be diverted as per the requirement during the period of the function so that traffic jam and congestion is avoided," it said.Public instructions: In their traffic advisory, the Delhi Police has urged the public to stay away from the event's planned locations. Additionally, it recommended that travelers heading to ISBT, Old Delhi Railway, and New Delhi Railway depart early enough to account for any potential delays.Additionally, it has advised people to refrain from parking on the side of the road since it impedes regular traffic movement.
LIVE updates from Ayodhya Ram Mandir: PM Modi moves closer to Kuber Tila
LIVE updates from Ayodhya Ram Mandir: A group of clerics led the Pran Pratishtha ceremony, which was presided over by Prime Minister Narendra Modi.LIVE updates from Ayodhya Ram Mandir: Welcome to our live coverage of the momentous Ayodhya Ram Mandir inaugural ceremony. Overseeing the 'pran pratishtha' ceremony at Ayodhya Ram Mandir was Prime Minister Narendra Modi. An important turning point in India's religious and cultural history, the opening of the Ram Mandir has attracted interest from both domestic and international viewers.The Ram temple is a feat of architectural grandeur, occupying 2.7 acres of land in the temple town. Its height is 161 feet, its breadth is 235 feet, and its whole length is 360 feet. Built in the unique Nagara style—one of the two traditional Indian temple architecture styles—the Ram temple combines contemporary technology with Vedic rites. With a built-up area of around 57,000 square feet, the three-story tower is roughly 70% taller than the famous Qutub Minar.The Uttar Pradesh government has greatly increased security in Ayodhya by deploying cutting-edge technology like as CCTV cameras, night vision equipment, and surveillance drones. Vigilant surveillance is ensured across the city via the Integrated Traffic Management System (ITMS), which is integrated with 1500 public CCTV cameras. Teams from the National Disaster Response Force (NDRF) and the State Disaster Response Force (SDRF) are deployed as part of the execution of a comprehensive security strategy. There will be increased security at the Ayodhya Railway Station, and tent cities will have fire brigade provisions to ensure quick responses to any unforeseen emergencies. An additional line of defense against any airborne attacks is provided by an anti-drone system that is supervised by the Special Security Force (SSF). It is urged to the public that only individuals invited by the Shri Ram JanmabhoomiProminent people will attend as state guests, including sports legend Sachin Tendulkar, business tycoons Mukesh Ambani and Gautam Adani, and Bollywood star Amitabh Bachchan."Pran Pratishtha" event at Ram temple The day began with an early pooja and ended with Ram Lalla's Pran Pratishtha during "Mrigashira Nakshatra." Along with other dignitaries, PM Narendra Modi, chief minister Yogi Adityanath, governor of Uttar Pradesh Anandiben Patel, and head of staff Mohan Bhagwat attended the event. Prime Minister Narendra Modi will speak to a crowd of more than 7,000 people, which includes celebrities and seers. A day later, the Ram Temple will open to the public following the consecration.Stay tuned for the unfolding of this historic occasion as we bring you real-time updates and insights into the developing drama of the Ram temple inauguration.
PM to introduce Khelo India Youth Games 2024
a summary of the most important stories, stories that are suggested for you to read, and a unique selection of news items you should not miss.At the Jawaharlal Nehru Stadium in Chennai, Prime Minister Narendra Modi is scheduled to officially open the Khelo India Youth Games 2024. The two-week-long sporting event will take place from January 19 to January 31. In 26 sports, more than 5,500 competitors will compete at the event. Chennai is under a five-tier security protection, with 22,000 people deployed and a drone no-fly zone to ensure security for PM Modi's visit.At the inaugural event, projects worth ₹250 crore in the broadcasting sector will also be introduced. Competitors will compete in a number of events, including as Silambam, a traditional sport from Tamil Nadu that is being offered as a demo for the first time.In a special TADA court in Jammu, a retired Indian Air Force (IAF) officer who was a key eyewitness to the 1990 killing of four IAF men named JKLF head Yasin Malik as the primary gunman. On January 25, 1990, an attack occurred in Rawalpora, on the outskirts of Srinagar, leaving 40 people injured, including squadron leader Ravi Khanna. In court, the retired officer—who had been shot four times—identified Malik. The next hearing is set for February 15 and 16, and this development is critical for the prosecution. Malik will be put on trial twice in this case.More than 5,600 athletes will compete in the event, which is being held in a south Indian state for the first time. From January 19 to January 31, the matches will take place in four Tamil Nadu cities: Chennai, Madurai, Trichy, and Coimbatore. There will be a combination of traditional and mainstream sports in 26 different sporting categories during the games.Alongside the prime minister were luminaries such as Chief Minister M K Stalin, Union Minister for Youth Affairs and Sports Anurag Thakur, Union Ministers of State L Murugan, Nisith Pramanik, and Minister for Sports Development and Youth Welfare of Tamil Nadu, Udhayanidhi Stalin.At the opening of the Khelo India Youth Games, Olympians Sharath Kamal and V Subha gave Modi the torch for the game, which he set on the cauldron. Additionally, he laid the groundwork for projects worth roughly Rs 250 crore that are connected to the broadcasting industry.Speaking to the assembly, Modi wished all of the athletes who were traveling from all over the nation to Tamil Nadu's capital, saying, "The youth games are a great start to 2024 for Indian sports." He continued, "Together you are showcasing the true spirit of Ek Bharat Shreshtha Bharat." The sportsmen would feel at home in Tamil Nadu because of its great language, people, culture, and cuisine. He predicted that Tamil Nadu's hospitality would win over hearts and that the Khelo India Youth Games would give them a chance to show off their abilities and form lifelong friendships.In a statement, the Prime Minister's office stated that a greater awareness of sports is driving growth in broadcasting, sports products, sports tourism, and the sports apparel industry, with an estimated one lakh crore growth in India's sports sector. According to Modi, Thiruvalluvar offered the youth direction and inspiration. He also praised Veera Mangai Velu Nachiyar, the mascot of this year's games and an Indian queen who fought against British colonial control. He referred to Nachiyar as a representation of female strength and stated that the selection of a real-life celebrity as the team mascot is a first."The government is always striving to empower sportswomen, thanks to her inspiration," he declared. "We are working diligently to host the Youth Olympics in 2029 and the Olympics Games in 2036 in India," Modi added, highlighting the government's commitment to giving indigenous talent international exposure and positioning the nation as a key hub of the global sports ecosystem. Speaking at the function, Stalin stated that his government's goal of making Tamil Nadu the nation's sports center is comparable to that of turning the state into a "One Trillion Dollar Economy."Stalin stated Tamil Nadu is working on a mission to elevate the sports infrastructure to international standards and listed the national and international events organized by the state government since he took office as Chief Minister. He also addressed the Kalaignar Centenary Jallikattu Arena, a large sports complex that the state government constructed at an expense of Rs 62 crore to host Jallikattu tournaments. On January 24, he will officially open the arena. Stalin said, "It's a great pride for the people of the state to see the saint poet Thiruvalluvar's logo feature on the Khelo India Youth Games," referring to the state's traditional sport of silambam, which is being featured as a demo sport for the first time in the competition's history.
Curfews and popcorn: India prepares for the Ram temple in a panic
Movie theaters will broadcast the event live, while the stock exchange will be closed. However, for many who recall the blood that was poured in its aftermath, fear and suffering endure as the nation grinds to a standstill for the opening of a temple.Mumbai/Yavatmal, India - In the Yavatmal area of central India, mini-trucks have been winding through communities on winding roads for the past month.Data from the local divisional collectorate shows that Yavatmal has been in such severe agrarian hardship over the past 20 years that over 5,800 farmers have committed suicide here.However, these trucks haven't delivered any assistance to struggling farmers. Rather, the trucks have been circulating across the district, urging farmers to donate grains, with banners of the Hindu god Ram affixed to their sides.Three decades after a Hindu nationalist-led mob destroyed a mosque on the site, Prime Minister Narendra Modi will dedicate a Ram temple in Ayodhya on January 22. The grains are their route to the city to feed the throngs of worshippers who will be in attendance.The Vishwa Hindu Parishad (VHP), which is a branch of the Hindu nationalist Sangh Parivar network, which is overseen by the Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh (RSS) and comprises Modi's Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP), is in charge of operating the trucks.Grain sacks are being quickly loaded into a big container truck at Yavatmal's Samvidhan Chowk. "Three container trucks have been filled with these donations, and this is the fourth one," states Raju Niwal, President of the VHP Vidarbha Prant. The goal, according to VHP volunteers there, is to inspire farmers to get engaged in the festivities and give them a sense of purpose.The Modi administration and its ideological supporters have been effective in stirring up this feeling all throughout the nation. The effort to erect the Ram temple at Ayodhya, where Hindu scriptures claim he was born, has been tainted by violence and acrimonious dispute for more than seven decades. A study paper published by the Institute of Peace and Conflict Studies estimates that during the violence that erupted around the BJP-led campaign seeking a Ram temple in the early 1990s, close to 2,500 people (PDF) were slain.However, as Modi prepares to open the Ram temple, the nation has been inundated by popular culture gestures and representations that downplay that problematic history, observers claim. This has given the Ram temple movement a positive reputation and left a lasting legacy for Modi among Hindus.The temple's inauguration is widely publicized, appearing in both schools and social media timelines. There are a ton of new songs on music outlets urging people to enjoy the occasion and declaring that Ram was "coming back." Ram's life has been the subject of new TV series. A temporary temple has been erected in the studio, and entire episodes of reality TV programs have been devoted to songs honoring Ram. Huge Ram decals are seen on news television channel cars, and news studios have giant Ram cutouts that serve as the background for news disputes. On its inaugural flight from Ahmedabad to Ayodhya, Indigo, the largest domestic airline in India, dressed up as Ram, his wife Sita, and his brother Lakshman.One of the biggest movie chains in India, PVR Cinemas, stated on Friday that they would be collaborating with the leading Hindi news channel Aaj Tak to provide live footage of the temple's opening event in theaters all throughout the nation. Those who attend would receive "a complimentary popcorn combo." Reels and videos are honoring the temple's inauguration on WhatsApp and Instagram with striking images. One such image, which has gone popular on many platforms, depicts Modi standing tall over Ram and escorting him inside the temple.The majority of this has Modi's approval; a review of his Twitter timeline shows that he has tweeted at least sixteen songs related to Ramadan this month. In fact, he put together a playlist of 62 of these songs, which he tweeted on Friday. At least five of the 14 posts he has made on his WhatsApp channel since January 1 have been about the opening of the Ram temple. Encouraged, a number of well-known artists, including Amit Trivedi and Anu Malik, as well as Sonu Nigam, Jubin Nautiyal, Shaan, Udit Narayan, Alka Yagnik, and Kailash Kher, have released songs related to the event in the last few weeks. Modi can be seen in a lot of these music videos. These tracks have been multiplied in their reach by being recycled for crowdsourced reels and videos.However, a lot of people claim that a recognition of the violent history of the movement surrounding the temple is absent from the euphoria.
Bollywood celebs Vicky Kaushal and Katrina Kaif, Ranbir Kapoor and Alia Bhatt, and others fly to Ayodhya for the dedication of the Ram Mandir.
Monday morning saw the arrival of a number of B-town celebrities who were invited to the sacred consecration ceremony at the Ram Mandir in Ayodhya. As they arrived in the temple city, Madhuri Dixit, her husband Shriram Nene, Katrina Kaif, Ranbir Kapoor, Alia Bhatt, and Vicky Kaushal were spotted posing together. At the airport in Ayodhya, they were greeted warmly and given crimson shawls and roses.A social media video showed Alia and Ranbir navigating through heavy security to get to the automobile outside the Ayodhya airport. Madhuri, Vicky, and Katrina were also taken. Vicky and Ranbir opted for off-white ethnic Indian ensembles, but for this particular occasion, the actresses wore sarees. During the occasion, Abhishek Bachchan was also sighted at the shrine.Actress Kangana Ranaut visited Ayodhya on Sunday and participated in a temple cleaning campaign there. "Ayodhya is decked out like a wedding. Numerous locations are hosting yagya and bhajans. We seem to have arrived to "Dev Lok"...Regarding individuals who choose not to attend, we are unable to comment.She told news agency ANI, "It feels so fantastic to be in Ayodhya right now.On Sunday, Anupam Kher also arrived in Ayodhya. "I have reached Ayodhya with all the Ram devotees," he added, sharing a video of himself aboard the aircraft. In the plane, there was an air of deep commitment. We are fortunate. We live in a fortunate nation! "Jai Shri Ram!"Randeep Hooda and Lin Laishram, who just got married, were also photographed outside the Mumbai airport before taking a flight to Ayodhya. The actor chanted "Jai Shri Ram" alongside the press.Consecration of the Ayodhya Ram Temple: Bollywood stars are in Ayodhya for the great Ram Lalla Pran Pratishtha ceremony at the recently built temple. Bollywood stars are at the temple town of Ayodhya for the major consecration event of the Ram Mandir. At the Ayodhya airport, actors Madhuri Dixit, Katrina Kaif, Ranbir Kapoor, Alia Bhatt, and Vicky Kaushal were greeted with red shawls and roses after posing together. See also: Ranbir Kapoor dons a dhoti-kurta for the consecration of the Ayodhya Ram Mandir, while Alia Bhatt dazzles in a sareeCelebrity couples Vicky Kaushal-Katrina Kaif, Ranbir Kapoor-Alia Bhatt, and star Madhuri Dixit with husband Shriram Nene were spotted posing in traditional attire with actor Ayushmann Khurrana and filmmakers Rohit Shetty and Rajkumar Hirani.Another video showed Alia and Ranbir navigating heavy security to get to a waiting car outside the airport in Ayodhya. Madhuri, Vicky, and Katrina were also observed. Alia wore a blue saree, Katrina and Madhuri Dixit opted for golden and yellow sarees, and Vicky and Ranbir sported off-white ethnic Indian ensembles. Online, numerous footage of the celebrities at the temple have appeared. In a video, the celebrities were sat next to each other as bhajans were playing. Businessman Akash Ambani and his wife Shloka Ambani were seated close to Ranbir and Alia.
FoodTech Kerala to be held in Kochi from Jan 10 to 12
Rajiv Gandhi Indoor Stadium will host the state's largest food processing and packaging expo, FoodTech Kerala, for its 15th edition from January 10–12. The three-day exposition will serve as a hub for suppliers of ingredients and flavours to both large and small food processing facilities in the state, as well as producers of packaging and food processing machinery. Over sixty exhibitors are expected to display their goods and services, according to the expo's organisers. The Kerala Bureau of Industrial Promotion (K-BIP), Nabard, NSIC, and Norka-Roots have all endorsed and supported the event. The Food Processing Fund—Investor Meet, hosted by Nabard, will be the main event of this year's edition. The Indian Institute of Packaging (IIP) will also be holding a one-day food packaging training programme on the second day. The K-BIP, Industries Department, is sponsoring an industrial pavilion at the expo that will showcase twenty small and medium-sized enterprises from the State. Cruz Expos, located in Kochi, is the organiser of FoodTech Kerala 2023. For the past 14 years, the firm has organised the FoodTech series of B2B trade expos on a regular basis around the state. The Food Processing Fund—Investor Meet, hosted by Nabard, will be the main event of this year's edition. The Indian Institute of Packaging (IIP) will hold a one-day food packaging training programme on the second day. FoodTech Kerala 2024 is scheduled to occur at the Rajiv Gandhi Indoor Stadium (Regional Sports Centre) in Kochi, Kerala, India on January 10–12, 2024.Participate in FoodTech Kerala 2024 in Rajiv Gandhi Indoor Stadium, Elamkulam, Kochi, Ernakulam, Kerala, India, from January 10–12, 2024. Click this link to register as an exhibitor: bit.ly/47h8f0P Visit this link for free guest admission: bit.ly/49hPuvS Highlights of the Event: This is the premier trade event, a "must not miss" opportunity for all companies in the food processing and packaging industry to display their goods and services. A wide range of technologies, machinery, and solutions for food processing, dairy, beverages, food retailing, refrigeration & cold, chain, processed foods, hygienic & healthful foods, packaging, etc. will be on display throughout the three-day exhibition. Visit https://tradeshows.tradeindia.com/foodtechkerala/ for additional information. Get in touch with us: CruzExpos Chingam, Kadavanthra, Cochin, 682 020, India, K.P. Vallon Road Email: joseph@cruzexpos.com, event@cruzexpos.com; Mob: +91 8893304450, 8304063950
TN Global Investors Meet 2024 attracts record investments of ₹6.64-lakh crore
The chief minister of TN states that these investments should result in the creation of more than 26 lakh new employment. Record-breaking investments of ₹6.64 lakh crore were drawn to the Tamil Nadu Global Investors Meet 2024, surpassing the approximate amount of ₹5 lakh crore and more than doubling the amount invested in the preceding GIM in 2019. The Chief Minister MK Stalin's goal of the State having a $1 trillion GDP by 2030 will benefit greatly from the investment pledge. The statement is made one day before Gujarat's investors' summit, Vibrant Gujarat, which gets underway in Gandhinagar on Wednesday. The last two Tamil Nadu global investors' meetings took place in 2015, during the AIADMK government, with J Jayalalithaa serving as chief minister, and in 2019 with Edapaddi K Palaniswami serving as chief minister. Although investments of ₹2.42 lakh crore were solicited by the first edition, ₹3 lakh crore were managed by the second one. Leading the group During the two days of the event, nearly 600 enterprises, both large and small, signed Memorandums of Understanding with the Tamil Nadu government, with Tata Power leading the way. It plans to invest ₹70,800 crore in several regions, including Tirunelveli, to increase its presence. The Adani group, which consists of Adani Green Energy (24,500 crore), Ambuja Cements (3,500 crore), Adani Connex (13,200 crore), and Adani Total Gas & CNG (1,568 crore), was the second-highest investor in the State. Third-largest investor, Sembcorp of Singapore, intended to contribute ₹36,238 crore. Leap Green plans to invest ₹22,000 crore in the districts of Tiruvannamali and Thoothukudi. Government data indicates that CPCL Ltd. proposes to invest ₹17,000 crore in Nagapattinam; L&T Innovation aims to invest ₹3,500 crore in Chennai; Saint Gobain expects to invest ₹3,400 crore; and Royal Enfield plans to invest ₹3,000 crore in Kanchipuram. On the first day, which was Sunday, it was revealed that Tata Electronics would be investing ₹12,082 crore to develop its Krishnagiri facility, while VinFast would be investing ₹16,000 crore to establish an integrated electric car manufacturing in Thoothukudi. For its expansion plans, TVS would invest ₹5,000 crore, while Pegatron will invest ₹1,000 crore.
Indias 9th Smart Cities Expo 2024
The highly anticipated 9th Smart Cities India 2024 Expo is set to happen virtually and at Pragati Maidan in New Delhi from January 17–19, 2024. It is an international event. Several important organizations focused on sustainability and urban development have joined forces to host this event.The exhibition is a key venue for smart city advancement and will explore the relationship between urban development and advanced technologies. Over the course of the three days, prominent professionals from a variety of sectors will impart their knowledge on the changing landscape of smart cities through a variety of presentations and panel discussions.Important Expo Topics: Combining Renewable Energy and Green Buildings Creative Approaches to Water Conservation and Environmental Cleanup Progress in Urban Mobility Intelligent ICT Applications for Optimizing Resources Opportunities and Challenges for Sustainable Urban DevelopmentOur involvement in this occasion demonstrates our dedication to creating intelligent, sustainable urban landscapes. Professionals, public servants, business executives, and anybody else with an interest in the future of urban living should not miss this event. Participants will have thought-provoking conversations and acquire insightful knowledge, creating a cooperative atmosphere for the development of smart city projects.From January 17–19, 2024, Pragati Maidan in New Delhi will host the 9th Smart Cities India Expo.January 18, 2024, New Delhi: The "National Smart Cities Mission Pavilion" is where the Ministry of Housing and Urban Affairs (MoHUA) and the Smart Cities Mission (SCM) are exhibiting the mission's accomplishments. Models of some of the most significant projects are on display in the National Pavilion. These projects include the Digitization of Manuscripts of Prayagraj Smart City, Area-Based Development of Udaipur Smart City, Connecting Past with Future of Surat Smart City, and Chappan Dukaan of Indore Smart City.On January 19, 2024, a City Leader's Conclave will be held. This event will bring together private entrepreneurs and city leaders to discuss city initiatives and find appropriate solutions for creating sustainable and livable cities. On January 19, 2024, the Smart Cities India Awards will be place to honor the best practices in the 100 Smart Cities and to recognize projects that have had an impact on making our cities livable, sustainable, and economically viable.From January 17–19, 2024, Pragati Maidan in New Delhi will host the 9th Smart Cities India Expo. Key verticals of the smart city framework, such as Smart ICT, Smart Energy, Buildings, Transport, Water, and Clean India, are featured in the three-day exhibition, which is being organized by the Exhibitions India Group and the India Trade Promotions Organization (ITPO). These verticals provide a platform for deeper communication and a hands-on approach to bringing smart cities to reality.Overview of the Smart Cities Mission: Each of the 100 Smart Cities has created Special Purpose Vehicles (SPVs) to carry out Smart City Projects. Approximately 8,000 multi-sectoral projects valued at over ₹1.7 lakh crore are being developed by these 100 SPVs. As of January 15, 2024, more than 6,650 projects totaling over ₹1.32 lakh crores had been completed by the 100 SPVs.
Winter Games in Khelo, India, 2024
The Khelo India Youth Games 2024 will take place over 26 different sports, with competitions beginning on January 19 and ending on January 31.On Friday, January 19, the sixth iteration of the Khelo India Youth Games is scheduled to get underway. Up till January 31, the event will be held in Chennai, Coimbatore, Madurai, and Trichy. It is a component of the Khelo India initiative of the Indian government, whose mission is to promote various sports at the grassroots levels of the nation. Prime Minister Narendra Modi will open this year's showpiece event at Jawaharlal Nehru Stadium in Chennai.At the 2024 Khelo India Youth Games, more than 5,500 athletes from the 36 Indian states and Union Territories are expected to compete. Every athlete from every state and Union Territory will add to the total number of medals won in this team competition. The team with the greatest number of medals at the end of all the events will be declared the winner. In past Khelo India Youth Games seasons, Maharashtra and Haryana have dominated. In the first iteration of the event in 2018, known as the Khelo India School Games, Haryana emerged victorious, topping the medal standings. In the subsequent two rounds, Maharashtra emerged as the winners, but Haryana eventually took home the trophy in 2022. As the defending champions, Maharashtra will start the season as favorites.26 different sports are represented on the 2024 KIYG lineup, with a total of 933 medals available—278 gold, 278 silver, and 377 bronze. This year's multi-sport under-18 meet will see the debut of squash. However, for the first time, a demonstration sport based on an indigenous martial art called silambam will be included in the schedule.With 559 athletes, host Tamil Nadu has the largest contingent in the 2024 KIYG. Maharashtra, however, has committed 451 competitors to the competition, and Haryana has sent 491 athletes. The majority of the events will be staged in Chennai, while the Kalaripayattu events will be held in Madurai and Tricky will host gatka and kho kho. Basketball and thang-ta competitions will take place in Coimbatore in the meantime. You Might Enjoy
The Ethnic Food Festival, MAMANI - Utsav
CHICKAN KARGIL LADAKH | MUSIC | SEASONAL | EXPO AND EXHIBITIONS | ART & CULTURE | MUSIC One of the most anticipated celebrations in Kargil Ladakh is the Mamani Festival, also known as the Ethnic Food Festival. People cook traditional foods on this day, such as Hrtsrap Khur Yeast Bread Markhur, Thukpa Popot Grain Soup, Puri Poli Pane Cakes of Buck Wheat Curd, Suggoo Kash or Pachae, and Skinn Kabchey. This festival has the potential to draw a lot of tourists to Kargil in the near future.Actions The Ethnic Food Festival, or Mamani Festival 1. Food Expo Booths 2. Customized Archery 3. Hockey on Ice4. Cultural Events5.The present study aims to give a comprehensive picture of Mamani, the sole ethnic food festival of Ladakh, India. A total of 40 people, selected at random, were involved in the interviews and discussions after receiving their prior consent. The annual Mamani festival promotes the preparation and consumption of traditional Ladakhi foods. It indicates the end of the harsher part of the winter season and is also considered a tribune for showcasing the communal and social harmony of the region. This festival will boost winter tourism in Ladakh. It will also be a helpful tool in the introduction of local foods at Anganwadi centres and schools. In light of modernization, this time-tradition that has started to fade needs to be revived on priority.LADAKH, a trans-Himalayan union territory of India since the ancient period has an extraordinary relationship with nature. The natives enjoy every season of the year with great zeal and enthusiasm. Ladakh is known for its harsh winters with average temperatures ranging between –20°C and –30°C. To cope with this period, several festivals are being celebrated in its twin districts, i.e. Leh and Kargil. Another reason for celebrating festivals in the winter is due to the people becoming free from all farming activities as farming is only possible during the summer season. One such festival is Mamani, an ethnic food festival that is celebrated by both Muslim and Buddhist communities in Ladakh. It is currently celebrated in majority of the blocks of Kargil district and Skurbuchan block of Leh district. It is also celebrated in Kargil and Leh cities by the inhabitants of these areas. Currently it is also celebrated in Bilargo, Brolmo and Skilma villages of Baltistan (a region in Pakistan Occupied Kashmir). The festival is not associated with either Buddhism or Islam, the two prominent religions of Ladakh, but is still practiced as a tradition.
