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K (TRAK), a collective for sustainable development of Keralam's tourism sector, formed
Updated - November 14, 2026 06:00 pm IST - THIRUVANANTHAPURAM Subscribe to The Hindu @ Just ₹1* Subscribe to The Hindu @ Just $4.99 *Offer only for new subscribers With the objective of promoting the comprehensive and sustainable development…
Destinations must move away from volume-driven expansion towards personalised marketing strategies, says Switzerland Tourism CEO
Switzerland Tourism is expanding its strategic focus on south India, driven by rising travel demand and enhanced direct air connectivity between Bengaluru and Zurich, said Martin Nydegger, chief executive officer of Switzerland Tourism. Speaking…
IFFI 2026: CM Pramod Sawant Welcomes Global Filmmakers To Goa
Goa Chief Minister Pramod Sawant on Friday attended and inaugurated the curtain-raiser press conference for the 57th International Film Festival of India (IFFI) 2026 at Taj Cidade de Goa Horizon in Dona Paula, highlighting the festival's importance…
Education must be measured by results, not structures
Results are more important than structure, says a former teacher. (Image from Adobe Stock) For a small island, Bermuda's greatest asset has never been its location, its climate or even its economic success. Every generation inherits a…
California's AI craze hits the road as Silicon Valley city enlists humanoid robot to woo America
San Jose has recruited an AI-powered humanoid robot to promote the Northern California city at various conventions across the country. The robot ambassador named Sir Kit, has been making the rounds at events and trade shows across the country…
8 Places You Should Avoid as a Tourist
In its 2027 “No-List,” the U.S. travel guide “Fodor's” warns against eight destinations that are particularly hard-hit by mass tourism. The consequences include environmental problems, rising rents, and overburdened…
How Rockstar's 'GTA IV' release could reshape gaming, streaming and even paid time off
'Grand Theft Auto VI' launches Nov. 19, with third-party estimates pointing to exceptional preorder demand and Wall Street expecting tens of millions of copies sold by March. Creators, streaming platforms, food delivery services and Miami tourism…
TN sets 21-day deadline for industrial clearances, deemed approval if delayed
The commission comprises secretaries of key departments, such as Finance, IT, MSME, Energy, Revenue and Labour, and senior representatives of three industry bodies — the Madras Chamber of Commerce and Industry (MCCI), the Confederation of…
Political leaders mourn veteran Telugu actor Giribabu
Andhra Pradesh Governor S. Abdul Nazeer, Chief Minister N. Chandrababu Naidu and Deputy Chief Minister K. Pawan Kalyan have expressed profound grief over the demise of veteran Telugu actor, director and producer Giribabu, who passed away at a…
Taxpayer-funded youth jobs scheme to be expanded in bid to tackle Neets rise
Get our award-winning daily news email featuring exclusive stories, opinion and expert analysis I would like to be emailed about offers, event and updates from Evening Standard. Read our privacy notice. A taxpayer-funded scheme aimed at helping…
KSSP warns Mission Samudra threatens livelihoods of traditional fishermen
The Kerala Sasthra Sahithya Parishad (KSSP) has urged the State government to reconsider Mission Samudra and the proposed Maritime Board Amendment Bill, warning that the initiatives could undermine traditional fishing livelihoods, facilitate…
Swiss are spending more again, bank reckons
According to PostFinance's indicator based on card payments by its 2.4 million customers, household spending rose by 1.6% compared to the same month last year. This marks an acceleration from 0.9% growth in September and 0.8% in August. This…
UK Pipe Band Championships are coming to Ayr next summer
South Ayrshire Council has today announced that the UK Pipe Band Championship will be hosted in Ayr next year. The event will be held at Riverside Sports Arena and Ayr Academy on 26 June 2027, with bands travelling from across the UK, Ireland and…
Nigeria Breaks Ground on $3.5 Billion Bakassi Port Project
Nigeria's Cross River State held a Nov. 13 groundbreaking for the proposed Bakassi Deep Seaport, a planned cargo gateway linked by state officials to an inland highway and broader trade routes. The state's PPP portal lists the project value at $3.5…
Portugal sees fresh nationwide protests over housing crisis
Under the slogan 'they will not steal our right to live here,' thousands gathered for nationwide demonstrations across Portugal on Saturday to protest the rising cost of housing and stagnating incomes. Demonstrators took to the streets of Lisbon…
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