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‘Viksit UP 2047’ workshop to make blueprint for ‘sustainable’ tourism in the state | Lucknow News

‘Viksit UP 2047’ workshop to make blueprint for ‘sustainable’ tourism in the state | Lucknow News

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The Uttar Pradesh tourism department will organise the “Viksit Uttar Pradesh @ 2047 – workshop on Tourism” in Lucknow on November 27. The day-long event aims to draft the Tourism Vision Document 2047, the blueprint to drive sustainable and inclusive growth of the tourism ecosystem. “Uttar Pradesh has witnessed growth in foreign travellers with over 109.65 crore domestic visits recorded in this year so far. This workshop has been conceptualised to translate this momentum into a clear roadmap that is forward-looking, investment-ready and community-centred, ensuring we position the state as a world-class tourism hub,” Tourism Minister Jaiveer Singh said. The workshop will commence with a welcome speech by Rajesh Kumar, Director General Tourism, followed by an address by Awanish Awasthi, Advisor to the Chief Minister. Principal Secretary Tourism Amrit Abhijat will outline the strategic priorities for the sector during the context-setting session. Ashish Kumar, Managing Director Tourism Development Corporation will contribute insights during discussions on spiritual tour and packages. Vishwa Bhushan, CEO of Kashi Vishwanath Dham, will join deliberations under the “Religious Tourism” segment, sharing …

IIT-Manipur, GSH sign MoU to collaborate on sustainable facility management solutions

IIT-Manipur, GSH sign MoU to collaborate on sustainable facility management solutions

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A Memorandum of Understanding is being exchanged between M. Sitaraman, L. Ravikumar, Noorul Ameen M. of GSH India Group and K. Baskar, Director IIT Technology, Manipur, at the Sustainable Energy Forum 2025 in Chennai on Wednesday. | Photo Credit: SRINATH M IIT-Manipur and GSH India Private Ltd. have signed a memorandum of understanding to collaborate in facility management, IOT, sustainability and smart building systems. The MoU was signed at the Sustainable Energy Forum 2025 event organised in Chennai by GSH India, a 100% arm of GSH Group UK. The partnership focuses on joint research, internships, training and skill development programs to bridge the industry-academia gap and both parties will share resources, co-develop projects and promote innovation in sustainable and technology driven facility management solutions. Speaking at the event, Girish Palwe, Assistant Mission Director, Tamil Nadu Climate Change Mission, Department of Environment and Climate Change said Tamil Nadu is the first State to have a mission dedicated towards climate change. Through the green school program students are being introduced to clean energy practices such as solar …

India To Soon Announce Sustainable Aviation Fuel Policy, Says Civil Aviation Minister Ram Mohan Naidu | India News

India To Soon Announce Sustainable Aviation Fuel Policy, Says Civil Aviation Minister Ram Mohan Naidu | India News

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Last Updated:November 07, 2025, 08:22 IST Ram Mohan Naidu said India’s aviation turbine fuel (ATF) consumption is projected to reach 15-16 million tonnes by 2030 and 30-31 million tonnes by 2040. Union Minister of Civil Aviation Ram Mohan Naidu | File Image Civil Aviation Minister Ram Mohan Naidu Kinjarapu on Thursday said that the government will soon announce India’s Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF) Policy, underlining the country’s potential to emerge as a global leader in SAF production. Speaking at the India Sustainable Aviation Fuel Summit, organised by industry body FICCI in collaboration with the Ministry of Civil Aviation, the minister said the aviation sector is expanding faster than the overall economy. “Aviation has truly become the growth engine for mobility and businesses worldwide,” he said, noting that with a 6.7 per cent annual growth rate, nearly 10 million passenger trips are expected in 2025. Ram Mohan Naidu said India’s aviation turbine fuel (ATF) consumption is projected to reach 15-16 million tonnes by 2030 and 30-31 million tonnes by 2040, stressing that Sustainable Aviation Fuel is …

Tariff tracker, April 23: Relief rally in the markets as Bessent says tariffs against China not sustainable | Explained News

Tariff tracker, April 23: Relief rally in the markets as Bessent says tariffs against China not sustainable | Explained News

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The biggest news coming out of Washington on Tuesday was the report of the US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent telling investors that “no one thinks the current status quo” of prohibitively high tariffs between China and the US “is sustainable”. Further, as CNBC reported, Bessent reportedly assured investors that “there will be a de-escalation” in the trade war between the two largest economies of the world in the “very near future”. The news reports lifted investor sentiment as US stock markets shot up — temporarily at least. By the time trading stopped benchmark indices in the US had regained most of the ground they lost on Monday. The government bond yields also fell a bit and most significantly, the weakness in the US dollar also abated. Even so, in the background more tariff action continued. Bloomberg reported that the US will impose upto a whopping 3,521% tariffs on solar imports from Asian countries such as Vietnam, Thailand and Malaysia. On the other hand, South China Morning Post (SCMP) reported that “China has released an action …

A Chennai Farm that champions Local, Sustainable and Fresh Produce

A Chennai Farm that champions Local, Sustainable and Fresh Produce

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The focus is on being local and seasonal. The best example of this is their small plates called Innikku meaning today in Tamil, which features an ingredient that’s only available for a short duration, sometimes just a handful of days. From making their ketchup to sausages almost everything on a plate served in their restaurant is made by hand and with immense attention to detail. If the ingredient is not grown or produced on the farm, it’s carefully sourced — the seafood that comes from local fishermen, and the silken tofu that’s made by a Chennai-based Japanese family. Over years of travel, the couple have met and befriended like-minded producers, many of whom have now become friends and suppliers. From Leh, Ladakh they get sun-dried tomatoes, Chamomile tea and dried apricots. Tart sea buckthorn berries come from the remote Spiti Valley as does apricot oil, peppermint and barley. A self-professed chilli fiend, Shalini personally oversees the making of a 21-day fermented bhut jolokia hot sauce. Vegetables and herbs that don’t grow in the coastal belt …

Tripura: Govt strengthening Panchayats for sustainable development, says CM Mani

Tripura: Govt strengthening Panchayats for sustainable development, says CM Mani

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Tripura Chief Minister Manik Saha said the state government has given “special importance to strengthening the Panchayat system” and is working to ensure the sustainable development of every Panchayat in the coming days. “The present government is working with the aim of taking every Panchayat in the state forward successfully in the coming days. The government is committed to strengthening the infrastructure of the Panchayati Raj system, as well as advancing good governance and development,” said the Chief Minister on Friday. Saha said this after formally inaugurating the state-level one-day programme at Rabindra Shatabarshiki Bhavan. The program included the ceremonial distribution of 475 computers and the award distribution program for the best performers of the National Panchayat Awards. Speaking about the Panchayat Development Index, he stated that Tripura has reached the highest level in three areas, which is not just an individual achievement but a collective honor earned through teamwork. “I extend my sincere greetings and thanks to the Panchayat Department, Rural Development Department, District Administration, Public Representatives, and everyone associated with this achievement. However, …

Google unveils ‘Ananta,’ its largest campus in India; 5,000 seats, sustainable design, and an AI-first approach | Technology News

Google unveils ‘Ananta,’ its largest campus in India; 5,000 seats, sustainable design, and an AI-first approach | Technology News

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On Wednesday, Google unveiled its largest campus in India—Ananta, meaning “infinite” or “limitless” in Sanskrit—one of Google’s largest campuses in the world. Located in Mahadevapura, Bengaluru, Ananta has a seating capacity of over 5,000, and the campus has been designed with accessibility in mind, and the materials used for its construction are sourced almost entirely locally. “Ananta will be known not just for the innovations that emerge from within its walls—powered by India but for the world—but also for its lasting impact. Six years ago, we made a pivotal shift, embracing an AI-first approach. We recognised India’s potential not only as a deep talent pool but also as a place where AI can transform lives at scale. This new campus marks a milestone in the ongoing seismic shift in technology. It is a testament to our ambition to innovate and drive the next transformative leap in AI,” said Preeti Lobana, vice president and country manager at Google India. Ananta is also one of the largest Google campuses in the world. (Image credit: Vivek Umashankar/The Indian …

Kumbh Is A Blueprint For Sustainable Civilization, Says Gautam Adani

Kumbh Is A Blueprint For Sustainable Civilization, Says Gautam Adani

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Ahmedabad: The Kumbh isn’t just a religious gathering but a blueprint for sustainable civilization, a testament to cultural authenticity and a living example of tradition adapting to modernity, Adani Group Chairman Gautam Adani has said and noted that India’s strength, as it marches to becoming a global superpower, lies not just “in what we build but in what we preserve”. Gautam Adani, in an article on LinkedIn, also spoke about the unique insights from Maha Kumbh in Prayagraj in terms of inclusive growth, spiritual technology, and cultural confidence. Gautam Adani, who visited the Maha Kumbh Mela earlier this month, said it reflects the essence of India’s soft power and is probably the world’s largest management case study. He said India’s true strength lies in its soul, “where growth is not just economic power” but a confluence of human consciousness and service. “This is the lesson Kumbh teaches us – that true legacy is not in structures built, but in the consciousness, we build – and that thrives for centuries. Therefore, the next time you hear …

Manchester United deems its financial losses ‘not sustainable’ and defends midseason ticket price hikes | Football News

Manchester United deems its financial losses ‘not sustainable’ and defends midseason ticket price hikes | Football News

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Manchester United has told fans it cannot sustain its current financial losses and risks breaching Premier League rules after facing a backlash over rising ticket prices. The record 20-time English champion, which is co-owned by the American Glazer family and British billionaire Jim Ratcliffe, said it had lost more than 300 million pounds ($371 million) over the past three years. “This is not sustainable and if we do not act now we are in danger of failing to comply with PSR/FFP (financial) requirements in future years and significantly impacting our ability to compete on the pitch,” United wrote in a letter to fan group The 1958 and seen by The Associated Press. Supporters have hit out after United raised its lowest-priced tickets to 66 pounds ($81) partway through the season. Previously, the lowest priced ticket was 40 pounds ($49). “We will get back to a cash positive position as soon as possible and we will have to make some difficult choices to get there,” United wrote. It said it did “not expect fans to make …

Crystal-Based Cooling Technology Could Offer Sustainable Solution for Fridges and Air Conditioners

Crystal-Based Cooling Technology Could Offer Sustainable Solution for Fridges and Air Conditioners

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A novel crystal-based technology has been identified as a potential solution for sustainable cooling systems. Current refrigeration and air conditioning devices rely on liquid-based systems to absorb heat through evaporation and condensation. While effective, these fluids contribute significantly to greenhouse gas emissions when leaked, intensifying global warming. Efforts to counteract this environmental impact have led to the development of an alternative cooling mechanism based on plastic crystals, which possess a unique molecular structure capable of transforming under pressure. How the Technology Works According to researchers at Deakin University, plastic crystals exhibit a transformative ability when subjected to extreme pressure. Their molecular orientation shifts from a disordered state to a structured grid, absorbing heat as the pressure is released. This heat absorption process facilitates cooling, providing a climate-friendly alternative to traditional refrigerants. Unlike earlier materials, which required high ambient temperatures for similar transitions, the newly developed crystals operate effectively between -37 degree Celsius and 10 degree Celsius. This range aligns with typical household refrigeration and freezing needs, presenting a significant step forward in sustainable cooling technologies. …