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The Adani Group stands cleared of all charges by the Hindenburg Research. The experience has taught the company valuable lessons, chairman Gautam Adani writes for The Times of India, a year since the allegations were made. “Lies and baseless allegations against us were nothing new. So, after issuing a comprehensive response, I thought no more about it.” “Impact of short-selling attacks is normally limited to financial markets. This, however, was a unique two-dimensional attack: a financial one, of course, and one that played out in political space, each feeding off the other.” “Aided and abetted by some in media, these…

Goemkarponn desk Panaji: The Goa government will promote sports tourism in the coastal State by expanding its vision, Tourism Minister Rohan Khaunte said at the Sportstar’s Sports Conclave in Goa recently. “We never spoke about sports tourism earlier. Sports was one department, tourism was another, technology was another department,” Khaunte said. “Goa is a preferred destination for your holidays. You come here to have a pleasant stay. When our government came in, we started talking about opportunities again. We are looking to go beyond beaches; we are using the hashtag #GoaBeyondBeaches. It is our responsibility to relook at what we…

~ Need to promote sustainable festivals in Goa, although these may have lower footfalls than the more popular large-format festivals, say local heritage stakeholders. ~ People-friendly and sustainable festivals like Echoes of Earth, the Serendipity Arts Festival, the Goa Arts and Literature Festival and others set precedents for large-scale festivals to follow suit and co-exist peacefully with the local population. Goemakrponn desk Panaji: The state’s heritage proponents have urged the need to make large-format festivals, which are regularly held in Goa, more sustainable, while simultaneously backing the organisation of more green festivals, which incorporate minimising pollution and sustainability in their…

 Goa Beyond the Beaches: Embark on an Adventure with Malaika Vaz as National Geographic Explores Hidden Gems in its Upcoming Docu-Series The four-part documentary series delves into the state’s rich heritage, incredible biodiversity, wellness hotspots and features some of the most exclusive, lesser-known adventure destinations, making Goa a true traveler’s paradise Goemkapronn desk PANAJI: Renowned for its beaches and vibrant celebrations, Goa boasts a cultural richness encompassing delectable cuisine and thrilling adventure sports. With its authentic and immersive style of storytelling, National Geographic India is all set to explore the undiscovered facets of Goa in the upcoming docu-series titled ‘Postcards…

OTAVA: An independent commission probing alleged foreign interference in Canada asked the Trudeau government on Wednesday to share information about possible meddling in elections by India, a development that could aggravate already-tense Ottawa-New Delhi relations. The commission was set up by Prime Minister Justin Trudeau’s government in September to conduct a public inquiry into foreign meddling in Canadian affairs after reports of alleged Chinese attempts to influence elections and mounting pressure for an inquiry. Beijing has repeatedly denied any interference. The commission said in a statement on Wednesday that it had requested the Canadian government to provide documents “relating to…

Republic Day 2024 Chief Guest: PM Narendra Modi will join President Emmanuel Macron for the tour of Jantar Mantar a UNESCO World Heritage site. New Delhi: French President Emmanuel Macron, chief guest for this year’s Republic Day celebrations, will land in Jaipur today. He will be joined by Prime Minister Narendra Modi for a tour of a couple of heritage sites and a roadshow. Through the day in In Rajasthan Emmanuel Macron will visit the Amer Fort, where a cultural event will be held. PM Modi will join him for the tour of Jantar Mantar a UNESCO World Heritage site.…

Guwahati: Two days after Assam Police registered a case against Congress leader Rahul Gandhi and his associates for a clash between party workers and cops during Bharat Jodo Nyay Yatra, the case has been transferred to the specialised Criminal Investigation Department (CID). Assam police chief GP Singh has said in a post on X that the case has been transferred to the CID for a “thorough and in-depth investigation through a SIT”. Mr Gandhi and other Congress leaders have been charged under nine sections of the Indian Penal Code, including those related to rioting, unlawful assembly and criminal conspiracy. Congress…