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Manali (Himachal Pradesh) [India], December 12: Whitestone inn and suites, a leader in India's luxury hospitality sector, proudly announces the opening of its new 4-star resort in Manali. This 45-room property offers a harmonious blend of opulence and comfort, designed to redefine the guest experience in one of India's most picturesque destinations.

Whitestone inn and suites Redefines Luxury in the Himalayas with New 4-Star Resort in Manali

Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], December 12: Diebold Nixdorf (NYSE: DBD), a world leader in transforming the way people bank and shop, today announced that it is the first ATM solution provider to deploy the Microsoft® Windows 11® IoT Enterprise LTSC 2024 operating system in a live environment. The deployment includes two bank partners in Central Asia, Eurasian Bank and Kapital Bank, and follows the company's previous announcement that it was the first ATM solution provider to support Windows 11. Implementation of the software deployment will be managed by BS/2, Diebold Nixdorf's licensed partner in the Central Asia region. 

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New Delhi [India], December 12: Prinday Event Management's "Melbat Vibe On" isn't just a reality show; it's a cultural revolution, a vibrant tapestry woven with the threads of raw talent. As it traverses the length and breadth of North India, from the bustling cities to the serene campuses, this show is more than a competition. It's a platform that's amplifying young voices, nurturing budding stars, and redefining the music scene.

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India remains "concerned" at the evolving situation in West Asia and attacks against commercial vessels in and around the Red Sea threaten freedom of navigation and "impact our trade", the government informed the Parliament on Thursday.
Minister of State for External Affairs Kirti Vardhan Singh in a written response to a query also said the government has "raised the issue" with the countries in the region and the Indian Missions are "closely monitoring" the situation to mitigate its impact.
He was asked about the details of special measures that are being taken by the government to safeguard India's energy security in view of the possible disruptions in the Strait of Hormuz and the Red Sea due to the Israel-Iran conflict and the diplomatic efforts being made by the government to mitigate the impact of this conflict on India's trade routes, especially the Suez Canal and the Red Sea.
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The Asian Development Bank (ADB) has sanctioned a USD 788.8 million (over ?6,600 crore) results-based loan to Andhra Pradesh for the development of Amaravati as a green and smart capital city that offers world-class infrastructure.
According to an official statement from ADB, the loan will be provided in Japanese yen, amounting to 121.97 billion yen.
The Amaravati Inclusive and Sustainable Capital City Development Programme is designed to transform Amaravati into a growth hub for the region, enhancing economic prospects, providing job opportunities, and improving living conditions of the residents.
ADB and other multilateral development banks (MDBs) will bring global expertise and technical support to the Government of Andhra Pradesh, establishing a strong foundation for a dynamic, sustainable, and vibrant capital city, said Mio Oka, ADB Country Director for India.
We believe that Amaravati will become a replicable model for not only developing greenfield cities but also for ...

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The Union Public Service Commission on Monday declared the results of the civil services (main) examination for the selection of candidates for the IAS, IPS and other central services of Group A and B posts.
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