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In 2024, international tourist arrivals in India are projected to reach 20.57 million, surpassing pre-pandemic levels. This marks a substantial recovery and growth from the 6.33 million arrivals in 2020 during the pandemic's peak. Despite no specific study by the Ministry of Tourism, the UN Tourism
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The Ministry of Tourism continues to support state and UT governments in the promotion of tourism by providing financial assistance under the PRASHAD scheme. Out of 54 sanctioned projects, one significant project was undertaken in Maharashtra for the development of Trimbakeshwar at a cost of ₹45.41 crore. No current
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The Ministry of Tourism of India reported an increase in foreign tourist arrivals (FTAs) to 9.95 million in 2024, marking a 4.52% increase over 2023 but still 8.95% below 2019 levels. Despite some regions lagging behind, international tourist arrivals exceeded 2019 figures, reaching 20.57 million in
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The Ministry of Tourism is bolstering tourism infrastructure in collaboration with State Governments/Union Territory Administrations through its Swadesh Darshan schemes and the Special Assistance to States for Capital Investment scheme. These initiatives aim to provide a holistic development of tourism destinations and projects across Andhra Pradesh and Telangana, covering
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Through advanced computer simulations, scientists have explained the quasi-periodic oscillations (QPOs) observed in black hole systems. The study, involving global collaboration between scientists from Aryabhatta Research Institute of Observational Sciences (ARIES), Nicolaus Copernicus Astronomical Center, and IRFU/Service d’Astrophysique, used numerical simulations to explore how viscous accretion flows around
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The Ministry of Statistics and Programme Implementation (MoSPI) announced the release of an Expert Group Report on the Comprehensive Updation of the Consumer Price Index (CPI). The report, which involved experts from academic institutions, the Reserve Bank of India, and government officials, is aimed at revising the CPI base to
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The Ministry of Statistics and Programme Implementation (MoSPI) in India has introduced the PAIMANA portal to enhance the monitoring and analytics of Central Sector Infrastructure Projects valued at ₹150 crore and above. This effort aims to replace the previous system, OCMS-2006, with a more integrated and automated data reporting process
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The 28th Conference of Speakers and Presiding Officers of the Commonwealth (CSPOC) 2026 was successfully hosted by India’s Parliament from 14 to 16 January 2026, marking the conference's return to India after 16 years. With the participation of speakers and presiding officers from 53 Commonwealth countries and
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Shri HD Deve Gowda Ji met with Prime Minister Narendra Modi, where they discussed key issues. Prime Minister Modi praised Shri HD Deve Gowda for his insightful contributions and his dedication to India's development. Source: Original Link
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India has achieved a power sufficient status with an installed generation capacity of 513.730 GW. The Ministry of Power has addressed past deficiencies by adding 289.607 GW since 2014. The country is focusing on diverse energy sources with comprehensive planning that includes additional capacity in thermal, hydro, nuclear,
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The Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) has recently released a series of press releases highlighting several significant events and developments. These include the release of fishermen by India and Bangladesh, the 2nd India-Arab Foreign Ministers' Meeting, and the 3rd India-Saudi Arabia Security Working Group. Also noted are the inaugural
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The Central Government has released the draft Electricity (Amendment) Bill, 2025 aimed at reforming India's power sector for enhanced financial sustainability, competition, and regulatory accountability. The draft proposes mandates for cost-reflective tariffs, the promotion of non-fossil fuel electricity, and improved service standards. It also includes mechanisms for empowering