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  • A Bank Indonesia employee on duty in a mobile money exchange car showed a number of small denominations that could be exchanged in Bandung. Ahead of Eid al-Fitr 1445 Hijriah, Bank Indonesia is providing mobile money exchange cars to meet the community's need for new money in small denominations which will later be distributed to relatives as a Hari Raya allowance.

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  • Daily life buzzes in the morning wholesale flower market of Kanpur, Uttar Pradesh. Hundreds convene to engage in wholesale transactions of flowers. The Shivala flower bazaar operates every day in the early morning for approximately six hours, facilitating the bustling trade of blooms.

  • Union Law Minister Arjun Ram Meghwal with Rajasthan Minister of Food and Civil Supplies Sumit Godara and BJP MLA Siddhi Kumari during the inauguration of Ayushman Arogya Mandir centre in Bikaner.

  • The unmitigated and unregulated use of toxic pesticides persists today. Data from the Union Ministry of Agriculture and Farmers Welfare shows about 60,000 tonnes of chemical pesticides were used annually between 2017-18 and 2021-22. Farmers are waging a multi-pronged war, forced to contend with new pests and diseases. For them, spraying more pesticides is a measure taken to “avoid the risk” of losing the crop. The European Commission sounded an alarm. The import of turmeric powder from India into the EU territories posed a ‘serious’ risk, it said. The notification came after residues of chlorpyrifos, a pesticide banned in several countries, were found in a sample tested in Germany. Chlorpyrifos was banned after scientific evidence found that…

  • Bangladesh is committed to ensuring quality education for all. In this purpose, there is categories study/education system at the primary level of education. One is formal primary education school run by the Bangladesh government and another is non-formal primary education school run by NGOs. Both types of primary education’s main objective are ensuring quality education at primary level.

  • The ICAR – National Research Centre on Camel organized a National level Symposium cum Stakeholders’ Meet on topic “Importance, Innovation and improvement in processing of non-bovine animal produce for successful entrepreneurship” during 14- 15 March, 2024. In all more than 150 different stakeholders, including camel rearer, pastoralist, scientific- technical staff of ICAR institutes, Rajasthan State animal science university, food processor, industry representative, students and entrepreneurs joined the discussion during various sessions of the event. The innovative approaches to harness the produce and products from non-bovine species like Camel, Sheep, Goat, Donkeys were discussed to improve production capacity, quality and marketing strategies.…

  • The ICAR – National Research Centre on Camel organized a National level Symposium cum Stakeholders’ Meet on topic “Importance, Innovation and improvement in processing of non-bovine animal produce for successful entrepreneurship” during 14- 15 March, 2024. In all more than 150 different stakeholders, including camel rearer, pastoralist, scientific- technical staff of ICAR institutes, Rajasthan State animal science university, food processor, industry representative, students and entrepreneurs joined the discussion during various sessions of the event. The innovative approaches to harness the produce and products from non-bovine species like Camel, Sheep, Goat, Donkeys were discussed to improve production capacity, quality and marketing strategies.…

  • Kolkata marked a historic day on Friday as jubilant crowds thronged the Howrah Maidan Metro Station to experience the country's first-ever underwater metro service. This momentous occasion follows the inauguration of the Howrah Maidan-Esplanade section of the East-West Corridor by Prime Minister Narendra Modi on March 6, 2024, signifying a significant milestone in India's public transportation infrastructure. The overwhelming response at the station on Friday was a testament to the public's excitement about this revolutionary development. Hundreds of passengers erupted in cheers as they embarked on their inaugural ride under the Hooghly River, marking a new era for urban mobility in Kolkata.

  • The Catalan textile store Mango has presented the 2024-26 Strategic Plan, among which what stands out the most is the opening of more than 500 physical stores and exceeding the 4,000 million turnover that would serve to double their profit but it rules out entering the stock market. values in the near future.

  • Workers complete the production of braille Al Qurans at the Wyata Guna Penyantun Foundation, Bandung. In this month of Ramadhan this place produced 200 sets of boiled Al Qurans to be distributed to various regions in Indonesia.

  • Lourdes Zapata, MTA Chief Diversity & Inclusion Officer speaks during MTA announcement at 14th street subway station in New York. Dorval Carter Jr., Chicago Transit Authority President and Equity in Infrastructure Project Co-Chair, John Porcari, Equity in Infrastructure Project Co-Founder and Former U.S. Deputy Secretary of Transportation, Phillip Washington, Denver International Airport CEO and Equity in Infrastructure Project Chair, Janno Lieber, MTA Chair and CEO signed a pledge to promote minorities and women owned business to receive contracts to work on infrastructure projects for public transportation.

  • Governor Kathy Hochul speaks during announcement at New York office to enforce closing cannabis illegal stores. Governor called on the state legislature to pass a law to enable local authorities to padlock illegal stores selling cannabis and called on tech giants like Google, Meta, Yelp to stop promoting illegal stores locations showing at one point Google maps on a cell phone with dozens of illegal stores in the Midtown neighborhood of Governor's office.

  • Workers carry out the process of milling rice and turning it into rice at a production house in Tegalluar, Bandung Regency. According to the rice mill manager, the price of grain and rice rose quite significantly due to the impact of El Nino, causing the price of grain at the farmer level to rise.

  • Smriti Irani, Minister of Women and Child Development & Minority Affairs, India and Bill Gates, Co-Chair, Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation unveil the Logo and Website of the newly formed Alliance for Global Good- Gender Equity and Equality, a Global Collective of Governments, Industry and Development Organizations working towards inspiring intentional action to enable women across the globe to achieve their economic potential in New Delhi.

  • Union Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman on Tuesday alleged that the ruling TMC in Bengal was depriving the poor of benefits of central government schemes for the “sake of politics”. She also claimed that issues like “poor law and order situation” and “corruption” are making the state stand out under the Trinamool Congress rule. Accusing successive state governments in West Bengal of “economic mismanagement”, Sitharaman said the culture of syndicated crime and extortion has become synonymous with the state. “It is corruption, poor law and order and extortion that are making the state stand out under the TMC rule,” the minister said. Speaking on the TMC’s allegations of the Union government withholding MGNREGA dues of Bengal, she wondered…

  • Speakers at a book launch at the Japanese Embassy on Saturday (Feb 24) highlighted how a very poor boy got on the highway to industrial development in 20th-century Japan. He is none other than the industrialist Matsushita Konotsuke who in his book 'Journey to Prosperity' narrates the story of how he became established in life through his own efforts. The Bengali translation of the book published by Kazuko Bhuiyan Trust was done by Md Azizul Bari, Executive Director of International Angel Association. The event was organized by Kazuko Bhuiyan Trust in collaboration with management consultancy and Market Research Company New vision Solutions Limited, a press release said. Ambassador of Japan to Bangladesh Yayama Kiminori was present as the chief…

  • Half a thousand tractors and at least 100 buses arrived in Madrid to join the farmers' protests that are now two weeks old. Coming from several cities in the interior of the country, hundreds of farmers with their respective tractors arrived in the Spanish capital with the intention of standing in front of the Ministry of Agriculture on Wednesday, February 21, 2024, in Madrid (Spain). The unrest in the Spanish countryside, which for weeks has materialized with 'tractors raids' in the vast majority of Spanish cities, has reached Madrid. This Wednesday, at least 500 tractors, distributed in five columns and accompanied by about a hundred buses full of farmers, arrived in the capital with the aim of demonstrating in front of the Ministry of Agriculture.…

  • Half a thousand tractors arrived this Wednesday in the center of the capital and at 6:00 p.m. they began to leave for their towns of origin after a protest in which 4,000 attendees participated, as reported by the Delegation of the Government in Madrid. Coming from several cities in the interior of the country, hundreds of farmers with their respective tractors left the Spanish capital after standing in front of the Ministry of Agriculture on Wednesday, February 21, 2024, in Madrid (Spain). The unrest in the Spanish countryside, which for weeks has materialized with 'tractors raids' in the vast majority of Spanish cities, has reached Madrid. This Wednesday, at least 500 tractors, distributed in five columns and accompanied by about a hundred…

  • The Yes Bank brunch in Kolkata,India on Feb.23,2024.Consumers and sellers as seen at a street side temporary vegetable Market in Kolkata,India on 23 February 2024.

  • The Nalban Waterbody, a crucial part of the East Kolkata Wetlands, Ramsar site in India, has dried up completely, raising concerns about the health of the ecosystem and the livelihoods of local communities. Fishing in the Nalban, a shallow "bheri" (lake), has been a tradition for generations, providing sustenance for many families in the region. However, this year, the waterbody has been devoid of water for an extended period, raising questions about the impact on fish populations and the wider ecosystem.

  • Beekeepers from all over Greece flooded the Syntagma square in Athens, claiming the vindication of the sector's demands. The demonstrators set up beehives in front of the parliament and with banners and slogans they demand solutions to the problems that "bring" beekeeping to its knees. The protestors had ask to put a stop to Greekization by separating imported from Greek honeys.They were also demanding interventions to reduce production costs, tax-free oil and a modification of the fire-fighting provision that prohibits the entry of beekeepers into the forests.

  • Construction site which will occupy Piazza Venezia for the next 10 years.

  • Some 500 tractors and 100 buses will arrive this Wednesday, February 21, in Madrid as part of the agricultural protest that began two weeks ago. In the image, you can see the arrival of several Spanish farmers with their respective tractors to the Arganda del Rey fairgrounds, on Tuesday, February 20, 2021, in Madrid (Spain). The unrest in the Spanish countryside, which for weeks has materialized with 'tractor raids' in the vast majority of Spanish cities, is approaching Madrid. This Wednesday, at least 500 tractors, distributed in five columns and accompanied by about a hundred buses full of farmers, will arrive in the capital with the aim of demonstrating in front of the Ministry of Agriculture. The tractors will spend the night in the surroundings…

  • Athens, capital of Greece found itself in a rural cordon with dozens of tractors flooding the Syntagma square, outside the parliament, for the rural rally, which ended around 20:45. An estimated of 6,500 to 7,000 farmers and over 200 tractors participated in the rally. The participation exceeded the expectations of the farmers. The main demands of the farmers, were tax-free agricultural oil, cheap agricultural electricity, the suppression of Greekization of products, the subsidy for the purchase of fertilizers, animal feed and agricultural supplies, as well as the revision of the Common Agricultural Policy.

  • A working young conductor of the public bus in the midst of the street.

  • Kolkata's beloved Elite Cinema, silent for several years, is facing its final curtain call as demolition crews begin pulling down the iconic structure. News sources report that a shoemaker has acquired the property and plans to erect a four-storey building in its place. The Elite, once a vibrant hub for moviegoers, had been struggling financially for years before shuttering its doors in 2020. While the cinema's closure saddened many, the news of its demolition has sparked mixed reactions. Some residents lament the loss of a nostalgic landmark, while others see it as an inevitable transition in the city's evolving landscape.

  • Today marks the commencement of the Horti Food Festival 2024, a vibrant extravaganza showcasing the finest in agriculture and cuisine. Held at the Netaji Indoor Stadium, the three-day event promises a fusion of exhibition, seminars, and cultural programs. Participants from various districts of West Bengal and neighboring states proudly display their signature products, highlighting the rich diversity of the region. Organized by the Department of Food Processing, Industries & Horticulture, Govt. of West Bengal, this festival celebrates the essence of agriculture and culinary excellence.

  • Tractors during a farmers' protest in Salerno, Italy. Farmers and agricultural workers are holding protests across Europe and various part of Italy to protest against EU agriculture policies.

  • Red carpet before the opening gala in Berlinale.

  • The Nabard Phalguni Mela, inaugurated by IG-Bikaner range- Sh. Omprakash. The main theme of the Mela-Marketing of SHG/Artisan/FPO products from rural area. The Meal coordinated and funded by the NABARD-DDM-Bikaner.

  • In the 18th century, a fruit businessman named Karwan Singh established this market by selling fruits and the market gradually came to be known as Kawran Bazar after Kawran Singh. In this market, wholesale and retail are traded in two ways over time, wholesale at night and retail during the day. The Kawran market has been serving the food needs of people since hundreds of years by dividing it into several parts such as vegetable market, grocery market, fish market, meat market which is sold both wholesale and retail. The busyness of this market also decreases before the end of the night. The Kawran market has been serving the food needs of people since hundreds of years by dividing it into several parts. As part of that segment, the wholesale…

  • Demonstration farmers in Acerra in the province of Naples.

  • Ber field day and technology interaction among farmers- Scientists, entrepreneurs, students and AICRP-AZF partners at ICAR-CIAH, Bikaner.

  • In an unprecedented display of resilience, the 'Sangrami Joutha Mancha,’ a coalition of 35 unions comprising teachers, doctors, nurses, clerks, and other West Bengal state government employees, has been on a continuous dharna for the past 379 days. Adding to their protest, they have initiated a continuous hunger strike, now lasting for 480 hours. Their relentless demonstration is centered around the issue of pending dearness allowance, a demand that has been lingering for an extended period. The protesters remain steadfast in their resolve, emphasizing the urgency of addressing their grievances and ensuring fair treatment for all government employees.

  • Trinamool Congress-affiliated unions spearheaded a spirited rally today in Kolkata, advocating for the release of funds from the central government to support various welfare schemes in West Bengal. The rally, a vocal demonstration of discontent, echoed through the streets as participants fervently demanded immediate action.

  • Daily life on the outskirts of Kolkata, India.

  • The Consulate office of Peoples Republic of China(PRC) at Kolkata, India hosted 2024 Spring Festival reception and the farewell reception for the Consul General Mr. Zha Liyou and his wife Madam Zheng Huiqun on 29th January at hotel Hyatt Regency, Kolkata.

  • Appearance of various installations in the multisensory pavilion of the autonomous community of Andalusia on Saturday, January 27, 2024, during the International Tourism Fair (FITUR), at the Ifema Madrid, in Madrid (Spain). The multisensory pavilion 'Andalusian Crush' has won the award for the best exhibitor in the autonomous community of the FITUR in its 44th edition, awarded by the organization of the meeting. Experts in marketing, image, ephemeral architecture and communication have recognized "how the spectacular 'Andalusian Crush' campaign is translated into spatial language, with a strong technological commitment that manages to show the beauty of its destinations and the vast intangible heritage it possesses, through of an immersive…

  • Appearance of the halls of the pavilions of the 44th International Tourism Fair (FITUR) that closes the doors of a successful edition whose data reflects the growth that world tourism has experienced in the past year and feels the bases for its consolidation this year, on Saturday, January 27, 2024, at Ifema Madrid, in Madrid (Spain). FITUR has announced that throughout its five days it has received a total of 250,000 visitors, of which 153,000 have been professionals (from January 24 to 26) and more than 97,000 visitors who have attended during its two days open to the public (Saturday 27 and Sunday 28). These numbers, in line with the estimate made by Ifema Madrid, represent an increase of 13.7% compared to 2023. FITUR in its 2024 edition…

  • H.E. Mr. Parnpree Bahiddha-Nukara, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs of Thailand, and H.E. Mr. Wang Yi, Member of the Political Bureau of the CPc Central Committee and Minister of Foreign Affairs of China, co-signed the " Agreement between the Government of the Kingdom of Thailand and the Government of the People's Republic of China on Mutual Visa Exemption for Holders of Ordinary Passports and Passports for Public Affairs", for a period of stay not exceeding 30 days the agreement will enter into force on March 1, 2024.

  • Flag Hoisting at Bharat Petroleum Corporation Limited Bikaner Territory by Puneesh Kumar Soti Territory Managerduring the celebration of 75th Republic Day.

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  • In a burst of color and festivity, Kolkata witnessed a lively rally celebrating the inauguration of the Ram Mandir in Ayodhya and the Pran Pratishtha of Shri Ram Murti by Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi. The streets of the city were filled with thousands of participants, led by Shubhendu Adhikari, the Leader of Opposition in the Government of West Bengal. The rally, adorned with banners and cultural displays, showcased the diversity and unity of the people, transcending religious and cultural boundaries. Prime Minister Modi's message of harmony resonated through the vibrant event, emphasizing the importance of shared values. As the procession wound its way through the city, it became a visual spectacle, capturing the spirit of the celebration…

  • As the Ram Mandir is inaugurated with Hindu ritualistic ceremony in Ayodhya, a sense of excitement and celebrations has spread throughout India. Individuals have gathered in Ayodhya to witness this historic day. However, those who are unable to attend it in person have found ingenious ways to celebrate by organizing mass food distribution or visiting temple and dancing.

  • The 53rd edition of The Statesman Vintage, Classic Car, and Two-Wheeler Rally transformed the streets of Kolkata into a vibrant time capsule on Sunday, as 132 meticulously restored automobiles, ranging from vintage cars to classic two-wheelers, paraded through the city. The rally, a celebration of automotive heritage, drew participants and spectators alike, with enthusiasts donning period and fancy dresses, adding an extra layer of charm to the event. The event highlighted not only the mechanical marvels of a bygone era but also the elegance and fashion that accompanied these timeless vehicles. The convoy, led by a majestic vintage car, embarked on a journey through the city, capturing the attention of onlookers as they marveled at the craftsmanship…

  • The seller of vegetables on the road of Quezon Avenue is still patient despite the difficulty of selling due to the oversupply from the northern province and hopes that in the coming days, the goods will be sold at even lower price.

  • The picturesque valley of Kashmir, known for its breathtaking landscapes and snowy winters, is now facing the adverse consequences of climate change. Gulmarg, a popular tourist destination and a haven for winter sports enthusiasts, is currently grappling with a severe dry spell, resulting in a lack of snowfall and posing significant challenges for the local economy and tourism industry. Normally bustling with skiers enjoying training sessions in January, the meadow stands empty and silent this year. The chairlifts and snow-beaters remain idle, unable to operate. Instead of the usual four to six feet of accumulated snow that delighted visitors, only patches of melting snow can be seen. The lack of snowfall not only affects the tourism industry…

  • People walk past the shop window of a shop during the winter sales.

  • Toys have been recognized as one of the champion sectors with significant export potential. The Indian toy industry is among the fastest-growing globally, projected to reach $3 billion by 2028, growing at a CAGR of 12% between 2022-28, according to a report by the Government Agency 'Invest India'. The Government of India is planning to provide comprehensive support to promote 'Vocal for Local' in toys through the National Action Plan for Toys (NAPT) by bringing together 20+ Ministries/ Departments. Remarkable 239% increase in Indian toy exports in FY 2022-23 in comparison to FY 2014-15. The Indian toy industry is expanding its global presence, with increased high-value exports to Middle East and African countries. The import duty on toys was…