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Direct rail link to Valley to start May 2, boosting tourism and connectivity

Direct rail link to Valley to start May 2, boosting tourism and connectivity

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Union Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw flagged off the Vande Bharat Express between Jammu and Srinagar, with services set to begin on May 2. The all-weather rail link is expected to cut travel time, boost tourism, and improve connectivity to the Kashmir Valley Disclaimer: We do not own any of the content, ideas, images, or text presented here. All rights belong to their respective owners. For more information and to view the original source, please visit the following link: Source link

Akshay Oberoi credits Siddharth Anand for boosting his confidence ahead of King

Akshay Oberoi credits Siddharth Anand for boosting his confidence ahead of King

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Actor Akshay Oberoi, who has reunited with Siddharth Anand after two years for “King,” starring Shah Rukh Khan, has spoken about the comfort he shares with the filmmaker, and added that he feels more confident stepping into the sets of the upcoming film.  Reflecting on their association, Akshay, who worked with the filmmaker in “Fighter,” expressed gratitude for being called back for another project. Disclaimer: We do not own any of the content, ideas, images, or text presented here. All rights belong to their respective owners. For more information and to view the original source, please visit the following link: Source link

MMRDA facilitates first-ever ad shoot on Metro Line 2B; aims at boosting non-fare revenues

MMRDA facilitates first-ever ad shoot on Metro Line 2B; aims at boosting non-fare revenues

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In view of moving towards financial sustainability and asset optimisation, the Mumbai Metropolitan Region Development Authority (MMRDA) has successfully facilitated the first-ever commercial advertisement shoot at Mumbai Metro Line 2B. This marks a significant milestone in the evolution of Mumbai’s metro ecosystem. As per the official statement, the shoot was conducted at Mandale Metro Station, along with an ad filmed inside an operational metro train, under the provisions of the MMMOCL Premises Hiring Policy for Events, including Film Shoots.  Disclaimer: We do not own any of the content, ideas, images, or text presented here. All rights belong to their respective owners. For more information and to view the original source, please visit the following link: Source link

Maharashtra grants agriculture status to livestock, boosting entrepreneurship

Maharashtra grants agriculture status to livestock, boosting entrepreneurship

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The decision of the Maharashtra government to grant agriculture status to the livestock sector will help create large-scale rural entrepreneurship as it will enable easier access to loans and subsidies, state Animal Husbandry Minister Pankaja Munde said on Friday. She was speaking at the inauguration of the three-day Maha Livestock Expo 2026 in Parli Vaijnath here. “The move would allow livestock farmers to avail credit at agricultural rates and receive a 50 per cent subsidy for animal husbandry activities. People must take initiative in developing the sector as a sustainable source of rural employment,” Munde said. Efforts are underway to transform animal husbandry into a full-fledged industry, the minister added. “Proposals for animal husbandry colleges at Baramati and Parli Vaijnath had been approved earlier with the initiative of Ajit Pawar, who would have appreciated the scale of the exhibition,” Munde said while paying tribute to the leader, who died in a plane crash on January 28, and in whose memory a separate pavilion has been set up at the venue. Livestock from various parts of …

After Tamil Nadu, UP set to have footwear policy: ‘Aimed at boosting exports’ | Lucknow News

After Tamil Nadu, UP set to have footwear policy: ‘Aimed at boosting exports’ | Lucknow News

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The Uttar Pradesh government is set to clear the UP Leather and Footwear Policy-2025. The draft of the new policy has been finalised and would be soon placed before the Cabinet, officials said. Tamil Nadu is the only other state with a dedicated footwear and leather policy. “The new policy will accelerate the development of leather and footwear clusters and promote the establishment of private industrial parks across the state. Developers investing in such parks will benefit from attractive incentives, including capital subsidies and 100 per cent stamp duty exemptions,” an official said. Story continues below this ad The policy is aimed at scaling up production, boosting exports, enhancing global brand presence in the leather and footwear sector, and increasing the state’s revenue, the official added. Kanpur, already known as a hub of leather and footwear exports in India and globally, will play a central role in this strategic push. Under the policy, parks developed on 25–100 acres will be eligible for up to Rs 45 crore in capital subsidies, and parks over 100 acres …

Himachal CM presents ₹58,514-cr budget, focus on boosting tourism, agriculture, jobs

Himachal CM presents ₹58,514-cr budget, focus on boosting tourism, agriculture, jobs

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Himachal Pradesh chief minister Sukhvinder Singh Sukhu on Monday presented a ₹58,514-crore budget for 2025-26, focusing on rural infrastructure development and green energy in the hill state. Chief minister Sukhvinder Singh Sukhu before presenting the Himachal Pradesh budget in Shimla on Monday. He drove his personal Maruti Alto car to the Vidhan Sabha from his official residence, Oakover. (Deepak Sansta/HT) Reading out his third annual budget, Sukhu, who also holds the finance portfolio, said 2025-26 was full of financial challenges for the state as its revenue deficit grant has been reduced and GST compensation stopped. “The revenue deficit grant (RDG) has come down to ₹3,257 crore in 2025-26 from ₹62,58 crore last year, which will compound our problems,” he said, adding that the state is awaiting the release of ₹9,000 crore post disaster need assessment (PDNA) relief for damages suffered in the 2023 monsoon. He said the debt liability of the state has risen to ₹1,04,729 crore of which ₹29,046 lakh has been taken by his government. He said 70% of the loan taken in …

Boosting R&D Could Lift Australia’s GDP by 3%, Report Finds

Boosting R&D Could Lift Australia’s GDP by 3%, Report Finds

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Australia is missing out on billions in economic growth due to underinvestment in research and development, a new report warns. The country’s gross domestic product could be increased by 3% if decision-makers focus on boosting investment in research and development. The Australian Academy of Technological Sciences and Engineering has released its ‘Boosting Australia’s Innovation’ report outlining a series of strategies and recommendations for research and development investment that will turn Australia into “one of the world’s leading technology and innovation economies.” SEE: Australia Unveils National AI Plan to Boost Investment and Capabilities While the report emphasises the broad economic benefits of innovation investment, Australia’s current standing in AI highlights areas needing urgent attention. There is some evidence that Australia is on the back foot globally in this arena, particularly with AI. It ranked 12th in the world for number of AI patents filed between 2018 and 2022, and placed 28th for AI readiness according to Stanford University. More generally, it ranked 24th out of 132 countries on the Global Innovation Index in 2023. By contrast, …

How Did Meghan Markle Unexpectedly End Up Boosting Sales of a Small Business? Owner Says She Was ‘Stunned’

How Did Meghan Markle Unexpectedly End Up Boosting Sales of a Small Business? Owner Says She Was ‘Stunned’

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Meghan Markle surprises a small business owner by boosting up her sales after posting an Instagram video of her donning a hoodie from her Chicago-based brand. In the latest post shared by the Duchess on her social media platform, she was seen sporting a black hoodie with the names of her children, Prince Archie and Princess Lilibet, stitched on the side of the collar.  Reacting to the video, Anne Leachman, the owner of the clothing brand, revealed to People Magazine that she was stunned with the increase in the sales that took place overnight. The businesswoman shared, “I was so stunned. I had to do a double take and almost didn’t believe it was one of ours, even though the writing on her shirt is in my literal handwriting.”  She further added that it was a regular and a random order that she received and never had realized that the Duchess or anyone from her team would have ordered the piece.  Leachman continued to share, “I’m not sure if it was a gift or if …

Samajwadi Party hurt by anything boosting Sanatan Dharma & national pride: Adityanath at Milkipur bypoll rally | Lucknow News

Samajwadi Party hurt by anything boosting Sanatan Dharma & national pride: Adityanath at Milkipur bypoll rally | Lucknow News

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Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath on Sunday hit out at the Samajwadi Party, claiming that its leadership is opposed to development in key areas, particularly in Ayodhya, and that it is pained by anything that bolsters the Sanatan Dharma and national pride at events like the Maha Kumbh. Speaking at a rally in support of BJP candidate Chandrabhanu Paswan for the Milkipur by-election, Adityanath pointed out that for the past two months, the SP president (Akhilesh Yadav) had been voicing opposition to the Maha Kumbh on social media, despite the event drawing 34 crore devotees from across the world. He claimed that the Maha Kumbh, which witnessed dignitaries such as the Vice President and ambassadors from various countries, received global praise, but the SP appeared to be pained by such displays of national pride. Without development, millions of devotees would not be able to visit Ayodhya every day, he said, adding that compensation worth over Rs 1700 crore was disbursed for road widening projects but the SP opposed these works. Story continues below this ad “Whenever …

Karan Johar praises Jr NTR for boosting Brahmastra’s box office impact

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At the trailer launch of Devara: Part 1 in Mumbai, Karan Johar reflected on how Jr NTR played a crucial role in boosting the box office performance of Brahmastra in 2022. The event featured the trailer of the highly anticipated film directed by Koratala Siva, starring Jr NTR, Saif Ali Khan, and Janhvi Kapoor.   Karan Johar fondly remembered how Jr NTR, known for his role in RRR, went above and beyond to promote Brahmastra in the south. “Jr NTR was incredibly gracious, and his support had a major impact on the film’s success in South India,” Karan said. He highlighted the significance of Jr NTR’s endorsement, noting, “It was a huge moment to have such a megastar speak so highly of our film.”   Karan Johar expressed his gratitude and hinted at future collaborations, stating, “This is just the beginning of a new relationship, and we’re excited about what’s next.”  Fans are eagerly waiting for this duo to collaborate again soon. Source link