A week after blocking social media websites and apps to prevent the spread of communal violence, the Sri Lankan government is planning to lift the ban. The clash between Sinhalese Buddhists and Muslims in the central Kandy district, a popular tourist destination, was instigated by postings on Facebook threatening more attacks on Muslims. And, in view of […]
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In what we can call as one of the proud moments in the history of aviation, the American multinational airline manufacturer Boeing is all set to handover its 10,000th 737 jet to Southwest airlines. Boeing 737 is said to be the short and medium ranged narrow body airliner manufacturing since 1964. Within a short period […]
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Delhi Metro, as part of expanding its network, will inaugurate the 20 km long Pink Line connecting south and north-west Delhi (Majlis Park – Durgabai Deshmukh South Campus section). Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal and Union Minister for Housing and Urban Affairs Hardeep Singh Puri will flag off the new service in the evening. The Pink […]
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Fairmont opens its beach for free to children with disabilities
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The private beach at Fairmont The Palm Dubai, located on Palm Jumeirah, is open for children with disabilities. The children can avail the facilities totally free of cost, thanks to a collaboration between Team Angel Wolf, a non-profit association and Fairmont The Palm. The children will be taken on a devise specially designed for the purpose. […]
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After a successful ITB Berlin held in Germany from March 7-11, Kerala Tourism conducted a roadshow in Marseille, France on March 13. The Kerala Tourism is touring European countries as part of its marketing campaigns to attract more European tourists to the God’s own Country. The Marseille roadshow under the leadership of Rahul, Managing Director of […]
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On 53rd birthday Aamir Khan makes Instagram debut; 234k followers in 24 hours
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Bollywood’s most bankable Khan is celebrating his 53rd birthday today. The Mr Perfectionist is busy shooting for his upcoming film, Thugs of Hindostan, in Jodhpur. The film, slated to release on Diwali this year, has Fatima Sana Shaikh, Katrina Kaif and Amitabh Bachchan in lead roles. The ‘Dangal’ star has joined the photo sharing app Instagram on his […]
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Stephen Hawking has died at the age of 76. The renowned British scientist died peacefully at his home in Cambridge in England in the early hours of this morning. “He was a great scientist and an extraordinary man whose work and legacy will live on for many years,” said Lucy, Robert and Tim, his children, […]
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A new flight route between Dubai and Slovenia is being considered. Discussions about the new air route were conducted by Deputy Director of the Ministry of Infrastructure of the Republic of Slovenia, Arish Kantaruti; Undersecretary of the Ministry of Economic and Technological Development, Bernard Schrainer; Chargé d’affaires of the Embassy of Slovenia, and Janez Krasnaya, […]
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Abu Dhabi, in partnership with Yas Island, conducts roadshow in Kuwait to facilitate dialogue with businesses and operating bodies in the Kuwaiti travel and tourism sector to explore the Emirate’s diverse cultural and touristic offerings. Together with Yas Island, DCT Abu Dhabi will host the event on March 14 at The Sheraton, Kuwait. The event […]
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The UAE’s consulates in Boston and New York have issued an advisory on the UAE Embassy twitter page saying Emirati residents need to be cautious and contact the embassy for emergencies. The winter storm in the United States is poised to re-intensify, prompting weather warnings to residents. The notification read that Emirati residents in Boston need […]
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Dubai Police has announced its latest project – ‘Police Without Policemen’ – as part of the Dubai 10X initiative. It will make Dubai a city of the future, using three specific activation that ensure security using futuristic solutions. The plans include setting up fixed cameras on fences and homes, the launch of a surveillance blimp […]
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Abu Dhabi has won accolades in the best ‘personal security’ category in the Destination Satisfaction Index at the ITB Berlin. “Winning the award is an important addition to the achievements of the Capital. Thanks to the patronage of His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Crown Prince of Abu Dhabi and Deputy Supreme Commander of […]
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The United Arab Emirates (UAE) – Saudi Arabia rail link will be operational by December 2021. The 2,100 km (1,300 mile) passenger, cargo network, once completed, will connect six GCC states. “By the end of December 2021 we will have a connection between us and the Saudis,” Abdullah Salem Al Kathiri, director general of the […]
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The current Incredible India website looks not much different from any usual government-rum websites. Realising this, the ministry is now giving a makeover to the website. The beta version of the website looks chic and interesting with all the necessary information neatly arranged. The website is also interactive in nature, which lets the traveller select […]
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Bangalore-based Indian online taxi service Ola has started their new chapter at Sydney in Australia. The company had started their successful service at Perth in February. Ola is currently utilizing local resources in Australia to unite the drivers and partners. Ola being having a strong competition with Uber, is currently focusing on technology to increase the […]