PM Modi to inaugurate airport-railway station in Ayodhya on December 30

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December 21, 2023, 5:18 PM

In a move that combines the richness of Indian heritage with modern sophistication, Air India has unveiled its latest cabin and cockpit crew uniforms, designed by renowned fashion maestro Manish Malhotra. The private carrier aims to infuse a fresh and distinctive look, reinforcing the airline’s commitment to excellence and a touch of India’s cultural diversity.

A Storied Legacy Takes Flight

Air India’s crew uniforms have etched a storied legacy in aviation history, and this collaboration with Manish Malhotra marks a pivotal moment in the airline’s evolution. Campbell Wilson, Chief Executive Officer and Managing Director at Air India, expressed his optimism about the new chapter being scripted for the airline. “The crew’s new uniform perfectly captures the essence of the airline’s new identity,” he noted.

Innovative Ensembles for a New Era

Manish Malhotra, renowned for his innovative designs, has crafted uniforms that seamlessly blend tradition with a contemporary flair. The female cabin crew uniforms showcase a ready-to-wear ombre saree adorned with intricate patterns inspired by Indian heritage architecture, such as the jharokha, and featuring the new Air India logo icon, Vista. Paired with a comfortable blouse and blazer, these ensembles exude sophistication while paying homage to the rich cultural tapestry of India.

Malhotra shared his vision, saying, “My aim was to create uniforms that capture the essence of India’s diverse culture and traditions while also embodying a modern and sophisticated look.” The use of quintessential hues symbolic to India reflects his commitment to ensuring that the uniforms not only make the crew proud but also leave a lasting impression on guests, symbolizing the warmth and hospitality India is known for.

A Collaborative Effort for Excellence

Air India emphasized that the unveiled uniform designs were the result of a collaborative effort. Cabin crew representatives and the airline’s In-flight services team actively participated in the design process, ensuring that the new ensembles met the highest standards of functionality and comfort. Rigorous testing was conducted to guarantee the suitability of the designs for the demanding nature of aviation work.

Cockpit Crew Elegance

The cockpit crew uniforms feature a traditional black double-breasted suit adorned with a Vista-inspired print, symbolizing professionalism, timeless elegance, and the esteemed nature of the aviation profession. Manish Malhotra’s attention to detail extends to footwear, with the designer creating stylish yet comfortable options for both male and female cabin crew members.

Style Meets Comfort

The female cabin crew will don dual-tone block heels in black and burgundy, combining style with ease of movement. Meanwhile, the male cabin crew will sport comfortable black Brogues, ensuring they are both fashion-forward and at ease during their duties.

The Future Takes Flight

As Air India embarks on a phased introduction of these new uniforms over the coming months, it signifies not just a change in attire but a step into a future where style, tradition, and functionality converge. With Manish Malhotra’s designs, Air India aims to set a new standard in the aviation industry, representing the best of India’s cultural heritage while embracing a modern identity. The skies are set to become a runway where elegance meets efficiency, courtesy of this iconic collaboration.

Gita Jayanti: Rajasthan deputy CM Bairwa and MLA Swami Balmukund Acharya calls for participation in Gita contest

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December 21, 2023, 1:42 PM

Rajasthan deputy CM Bairwa and MLA Swami Balmukund Acharya has called one and all for strong participation in Gita contest which is being organised by the Hare Krishna Movement.

In fact, Deputy Chief Minister of Rajasthan Premchand Bairwa has taken a unique initiative, he himself encouraged people to read Bhagavad Gita. It is noteworthy that 23rd December is Gita Jayanti and on this occasion, the Deputy Chief Minister called upon people to participate as much as possible in the Gita Contest run by the Hare Krishna Movement . He also released the poster of the Gita Contest. He appealed to every person of the society to read Bhagavad Gita and imbibe in their life the important teachings given by Lord Krishna to Arjun.

Deputy Chief Minister Prem Chand Bairwa said, “5000 years ago, Lord Krishna preached Bhagavad Gita to Arjuna, he gave this sermon not only to Arjuna but to the entire human race for its welfare. Today the whole world is reading Gita with full enthusiasm and devotion and is taking inspiration from this great scripture because Lord Krishna himself has solved all problems of human life through Gita. Today Gita is being read in 87 languages all over the world, which is a rare example in itself, he said.

Gita Jayanti: Rajasthan deputy CM Bairwa and MLA Swami Balmukund Acharya calls for participation in Gita contest

“The Ganga of knowledge flows in our great book Bhagavad Gita. Lord Krishna himself, through his own mouth, through Gita, preached to Arjuna not to turn away from work and to live a balanced life. This advice is not only for Arjuna but for every person in the society. Because Gita is full of ocean of knowledge, all you need to do is to assimilate it in your life. This was said by BJP MLA Swami Bal Mukund Acharya, who prayed to Lord Krishna at the Sri Krishna Balram Temple of Hare Krishna Movement, Jagatpura, Jaipur. He came to seek blessings. It is noteworthy that Hare Krishna Movement is organizing Gita Jayanti Mahotsav on 23rd December, along with this, registration for Gita Contest, Book Marathon and Heritage Fest is also going on.

Swami Bal Mukund Acharya, along with best wishes for Gita Jayanti, took detailed information about the Gita Contest of Hare Krishna Movement. On the occasion of Gita Jayanti, he called upon the general public to participate in the Gita Contest as much as possible and spread the knowledge of Gita to every corner of the country. Acharya, while chanting Hare Krishna Mahamantra, further said that Gita is the embodiment of Krishna himself and is the basis of our life. The blessings of Lord Krishna are the foundation stone of human life. On this occasion, Vice President of Hare Krishna Movement, Anant Shesh Das was present, he thanked Swamiji and invited him to come to the Geeta Jayanti Mahotsav.

Registration for Gita Contest based on Chapters 1 to 6 of Shrimad Bhagwat Gita is going on which will continue till 28th February. The examination competition will be held on 5th May. In this competition, the winners will be given first prize of ₹ 11000, second prize of ₹ 5100 and third prize of ₹ 2100. Preparation for the contest will be done to the participants every Monday and Wednesday from 8 to 9 pm on YouTube channel School of Gita Live.

COVID-19 Sub-Variant JN.1: 21 Cases Detected in India, Vigilance Urged

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December 20, 2023, 11:02 PM

Amid rising concerns about the newly identified COVID-19 sub-variant JN.1, health authorities in India have reported 21 cases across three states. Dr. V K Paul, NITI Aayog member (Health), reassured the public, stating that there’s no need for panic while emphasizing the importance of enhanced testing and surveillance measures.

The sub-variant has seen 19 cases in Goa, with one case each in Kerala and Maharashtra. Dr. Paul highlighted that the scientific community is actively investigating JN.1, urging states to remain vigilant. Home-based treatment remains the choice for approximately 91-92% of infected individuals.

Health Minister Mansukh Mandaviya reviewed national health facility preparedness, stressing the need to stay alert against emerging coronavirus strains. Union Health Secretary Sudhansh Pant noted that, despite a rise in cases in some states, hospitalization rates haven’t increased significantly, and the majority of cases are in home isolation.

The World Health Organization has classified JN.1 as a “variant of interest,” acknowledging its rapid spread but indicating a “low” global public health risk. While cases are under scrutiny, officials stress that the situation is not an immediate cause for concern, as the variant appears to cause mild illness with no observed clustering or severe complications. As India records the highest daily infections since May 21, health authorities urge continued vigilance to curb the spread.

PM Modi Inaugurates World’s Largest Meditation Centre, Swarved Mahamandir, in Varanasi

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December 20, 2023, 10:30 PM

Prime Minister Narendra Modi inaugurated the Swarved Mahamandir, the world’s largest meditation center, located in Varanasi’s Umaraha area. The grand temple, featuring a magnificent seven-floor structure with 125-petal lotus domes, can accommodate a staggering 20,000 people for meditation, making it one of the largest spiritual edifices globally.

Designed with meticulous detail, the Swarved Mahamandir covers an expansive area of 3,00,000 square feet and is adorned with teakwood ceilings, doors displaying intricate carvings, and 101 fountains. The temple’s architecture incorporates pink sandstone walls, and a lush garden with medicinal herbs enhances its grandeur.

The foundation of this spiritual marvel was laid in 2004 by Sadguru Acharya Swantantra Dev and Sant Pravar Vigyan Dev, involving the collaborative efforts of 600 workers and 15 engineers. The Swarved Mahamandir aims to propagate the teachings of the Swarveda, a spiritual text authored by Sadguru Shri Sadafal Deoji Maharaj, the eternal yogi, and founder of Vihangam Yoga.

Prime Minister Modi, during the inauguration, participated in the centenary celebration of Vihangam Yoga and expressed pride in the country’s heritage, declaring freedom from a slave mentality. The Swarved Mahamandir stands as a beacon of spiritual enlightenment, illuminating humankind with its magnificent spiritual aura and promoting a state of peaceful alertness worldwide.

Jaipur Jewellery Show 2023 booths grow by 18pc, 1100 booths to lure visitors with bedazzling jewels

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December 20, 2023, 7:04 PM

Jaipur Jewellery Show-2023 this year will have over 1100 booths, an increase of 18% compared to last year.

Like every year, the Jaipur Jewellery Show’ designer booths this time too are reflecting their own unique charm amidst the glitter of gems and jewellery which have been attracting the attention of the visitors.

As per JJS Chairman, Vimal Chand Surana, “This year, JJS has about 67 per cent designer booths in the jewellery section, which will not only make JJS beautiful but will also give a sense of novelty to the visitors. Like every time, the exhibitors have decorated the designer booths with new and innovative themes, through which these booths will not only attract people’s attention but will also try to connect the visitors with their culture and tradition.

JJS Honorary Secretary, Rajeev Jain informed that last year, a new exclusive B2B Traders Pavilion ‘Pink Club’ was added in the name of Pink City at JJS 2022, which was the main attraction at JJS. He informed that keeping in mind the convenience of the visitors, this year in line with the strategy, the Pink Club has been built at a new location in JJS 2023 and it will be a part of Hall 2 with more space. So that as per business preference, visitors can visit this club as per their convenience. Unlike other booths, Pink Club will have 80 pre-fabricated booths of the same size. Only B2B customers will be able to visit this pavilion for B2B interaction. Along with this, an exclusive lounge and complimentary tea/coffee and Wi-Fi will also be provided in the pavilion.

Giving detailed information about the booths, JJS spokesperson, Ajay Kala said that this year 318 booths will be of gemstones, 660 booths will be showcasing jewellery while 13 will be showcasing costumes and silver articles. Additionally, other booths will be of allied machinery and publications. According to Ajay Kala, not only the old exhibitors have been continuously associated with JJS, but the new exhibitors have also shown keen interest in participating in this December show. Along with new exhibitors, many national brands are also participating in JJS-2023. Not only this, 6 international exhibitors are also participating in JJS, including 3 from Hong Kong, 2 from Bangkok and 1 from Sri Lanka. Foreign delegates have started arriving to participate in the show.

It is worth noting that the country’s number one B2B and B2C show – ‘Jaipur Jewelery Show’ in all its grandeur on the theme ‘Emerald… Your Stone Your Story’ at Novotel Jaipur Convention Center (earlier known as Jaipur Exhibition and Convention Centre) located in Sitapura, Jaipur. (JECC) is going to be held from 22 to 25 December 2023.

The most picturesque beaches in America – California home to top spot

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December 20, 2023, 1:31 PM

California’s La Jolla Cove is the most ‘Instagrammable’ beach in America.
South Beach and Laguna Beach take second and third, respectively.
The study comes after Westgate Resorts begin Christmas competition wherein submitting a photo of a top memory can win you over $1,000.

New research has revealed the most picturesque beaches in America, with California’s La Jolla Cove coming out on top.

The study by hotel company Westgate Resorts analyzed the number of Instagram hashtags for the most visited beaches across the country. These hashtag numbers were then compared with each beach’s length to see which beaches had the highest number of hashtags per meter.

California’s La Jolla Cove takes the crown as the most Instagrammable beach in America, with a whopping 4,257 hashtags per meter. The beach has had 366,068 hashtagged Instagram posts made about it, and with it having the smallest length in the top ten of just 86 meters, the San Diego beach takes the number one spot in the list. The area is a top destination for beachgoers and a hotspot for divers, snorkelers, and swimmers.

Coming in second place is South Beach, located in Florida. It comes in with a hashtags per meter score of 2,037, thanks to a length of 3,942 and a total of 8,027,955 hashtagged posts on Instagram. South Beach has a world-famous beach scene and has undergone numerous artificial and natural changes over the years.

Third place goes to one of five California beaches on the list – Laguna Beach. The study found the beach to have 1,319 hashtags per meter, thanks to a total of 3,161,606 hashtagged Instagram posts and a length of 2,397 meters. Many festivals are held in the area, such as the Festival of the Arts, Kelpfest, and Pageant of the Masters.

Venice Beach is fourth on the list, with the Los Angeles beach having a hashtags per meter score of 899. There are 4,341,671 hashtagged posts for the beach on Instagram, with a length of 4,828 meters. It’s the most popular tourist attraction in Los Angeles and the second most in Southern California, behind only Disneyland.

Hawaii’s Sandy Beach, located on the south shore of O’ahu, completes the top five. With 764,196 hashtagged posts in total, and its shorter length of 1,020 meters, it comes in with a hashtags per meter score of 749. It’s notorious for its bodyboarding and surfing opportunities due to the large and consistent waves which form on the shoreline.

Rank	Beach	Hashtags	Length (m)	Hashtags per metre
1	La Jolla Cove, California	3,66,068	86	4,257
2	South Beach, Florida	80,27,955	3,942	2,037
3	Laguna Beach, California	31,61,606	2,397	1,319
4	Venice Beach, California	43,41,671	4,828	899
5	Sandy Beach, Hawaii	7,64,196	1,020	749
6	Manhattan Beach, California	16,14,293	3,379	478
7	Hermosa Beach, California	12,68,190	2,929	433
8	Sunset Beach, Hawaii	23,87,506	5,777	413
9	Delray Beach, Florida	15,99,923	4,988	321
10	Waikiki Beach, Hawaii	9,47,708	3,218	295

Commenting on the findings, a spokesperson for Westgate Resorts said: “Spending time at the beach is the foundation for any good memory, with this study highlighting which beaches have made a lasting impact on social media users. With social media become such an integral factor in where we choose to spend our time, this study provides a fascinating insight into the locations around the country that offer the most picturesque backdrop to our photos and treasured memories.”

Continuing to comment on why Westgate Resorts chose to discover the top beaches in America, the spokesperson said: “With the holiday season upon us and the festivities in full swing, we’ve launched a competition where anyone can submit a picture of a memorable holiday moment for a chance to $1,200 – all they need to do is upload the picture to our website. Whether these are pictures of the beach, your favorite amusement park vacation, a camping trip, any happy memory will do to give you a chance to win!”

JJS 2023 coming at Novotel Jaipur Convention Center from December 22-25

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December 20, 2023, 1:19 PM

The country’s number one B2B and B2C show – ‘Jaipur Jewellery Show’ is set to take place in all its grandeur on the theme ‘Emerald… Your Stone Your Story’ at Novotel Jaipur Convention Center, formerly known as Jaipur Exhibition and Convention Center (JECC)) located in Sitapura, Jaipur.

It will be organised from December 22 to 25, 2023. Chairman, JJS Organising Committee, Vimal Chand Surana, said that JJS, which has established itself globally as the December Show for over two decades, showcases its innovative designs and exquisite workmanship from top jewellers. In view of the increasing popularity of Jaipur’s Panna Ratna (Emerald), this year too there will be a special focus on Emerald Gemstone and Gemstone jewellery in JJS. It is noteworthy that last year the theme of JJS was ‘Emerald – Timeless Elegance’.

Honorary Secretary, JJS, Rajiv Jain, said that it has been the specialty of JJS to actively promote various gemstones and jewellery as a theme every year. To promote Panna this year, a group of 15 members, Emerald Promotion Group, has been formed with Gemfields as the Prime Emerald Promotion Partner. During this period, many activities were organised to promote Emerald, which included the model photoshoot of famous actress Pooja Batra, who is also the brand ambassador of JJS this year.

JJS spokesperson, Ajay Kala said that there is tremendous enthusiasm among the exhibitors to participate in the December Show. JJS began with 67 booths in 2003, and is currently in its 21st year hosting over 1100 booths, which will include more than 8,000 trade visitors and approximately 50,000 domestic and international visitors.

Record-Breaking Buys: SRH and KKR’s High-Stake Bids for Starc and Cummins in IPL 2024 Auction

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December 19, 2023, 11:20 PM

Priyanshi Pareek

The Australian World Cup-winning fast bowlers fetched astounding prices of Rs 24.75 Crore and Rs 20.50 Crore in the auction.

In the IPL Auction 2024, Mitchell Starc, purchased for Rs 24.75 crore, and Pat Cummins, acquired for Rs 20.5 crore, emerged as the top buys. Interestingly, despite Starc’s absence from the IPL since 2015, Kolkata Knight Riders made a substantial bid for him. Sunrisers Hyderabad secured the Australian cricket captain Cummins for a record price of Rs 20.5 crore, before Starc surpassed this amount with his bid.

During the IPL Auction 2024, Chennai Super Kings made a significant investment in Daryl Mitchell, securing him for Rs 14 crore. Harshal Patel emerged as the third costliest pick at Rs 11.75 crore, while the Cricket World Cup standout, Rachin Ravindra, joined CSK for Rs 1.8 crore.

Despite their fame, Steven Smith, Josh Hazlewood, and Jimmy Neesham remained unsold, along with India’s Karun Nair. The auction saw 332 players up for grabs at the Coca Cola Arena in Dubai, as the 10 franchises finalized their squads for the upcoming season.

The Final Squads

Chennai Super Kings: MS Dhoni (c), Moeen Ali, Deepak Chahar, Devon Conway, Tushar Deshpande, Shivam Dube, Ruturaj Gaikwad, Rajvardhan Hangargekar, Ravindra Jadeja, Ajay Mandal, Mukesh Choudhary, Matheesha Pathirana, Ajinkya Rahane, Shaik Rasheed, Mitchell Santner, Simarjeet Singh, Nishant Sindhu, Prashant Solanki, Maheesh Theekshana, Rachin Ravindra, Shardul Thakur, Daryl Mitchell, Sameer Rizvi, Mustafizur Rahman, Avanish Rao Aravelly.

Mumbai Indians: Rohit Sharma, Dewald Brevis, Suryakumar Yadav, Ishan Kishan, N. Tilak Varma, Tim David, Vishnu Vinod, Arjun Tendulkar, Shams Mulani, Nehal Wadhera, Jasprit Bumrah, Kumar Kartikeya, Piyush Chawla, Akash Madhwal, Jason Behrendorff, Romario Shepherd, Hardik Pandya (c), Gerald Coetzee, Dilshan Madushanka, Shreyas Gopal, Nuwan Thushara, Naman Dhir, Anshul Kamboj, Mohammad Nabi, Shivalik Sharma.

Delhi Capitals: Rishabh Pant (c), Pravin Dubey, David Warner, Vicky Ostwal, Prithvi Shaw, Anrich Nortje, Abishek Porel, Kuldeep Yadav, Axar Patel, Lungi Ngidi, Lalit Yadav, Khaleel Ahmed, Mitchell Marsh, Ishant Sharma, Yash Dhull, Mukesh Kumar, Harry Brook, Tristan Stubbs, Ricky Bhui, Kumar Kushagra, Rasikh Dar, Jhye Richardson, Sumit Kumar, Shai Hope, Swastik Chhikara.

Royal Challengers Bangalore: Faf du Plessis (c), Glenn Maxwell, Virat Kohli, Rajat Patidar, Anuj Rawat, Dinesh Karthik, Suyash Prabhudessai, Will Jacks, Mahipal Lomror, Karn Sharma, Manoj Bhandage, Mayank Dagar, Vijaykumar Vyshak, Akash Deep, Mohammed Siraj, Reece Topley, Himanshu Sharma, Rajan Kumar, Cameron Green, Alzarri Joseph, Yash Dayal, Tom Curran, Lockie Ferguson, Swapnil Singh, Saurav Chauhan.

Sunrisers Hyderabad: Abdul Samad, Abhishek Sharma, Aiden Markram (c), Marco Jansen, Rahul Tripathi, Washington Sundar, Glenn Phillips, Sanvir Singh, Heinrich Klaasen, Bhuvneshwar Kumar, Mayank Agarwal, T. Natarajan, Anmolpreet Singh, Mayank Markande, Upendra Singh Yadav, Umran Malik, Nitish Kumar Reddy, Fazalhaq Farooqi, Shahbaz Ahmed, Travis Head, Wanindu Hasaranga, Pat Cummins, Jaydev Unadkat, Akash Singh, Jhathavedh Subramanyan.

Kokata Knight Riders: Nitish Rana, Rinku Singh, Rahmanullah Gurbaz, Shreyas Iyer (c), Jason Roy, Sunil Narine, Suyash Sharma, Anukul Roy, Andre Russell, Venkatesh Iyer, Harshit Rana, Vaibhav Arora, Varun Chakaravarthy, KS Bharat, Chetan Sakariya, Mitchell Starc, Angkrish Raghuvanshi, Ramandeep Singh, Sherfane Rutherford, Manish Pandey, Mujeeb Ur Rahman, Gus Atkinson, Sakib Hussain.

Gujarat Titans: David Miller, Shubman Gill (c), Matthew Wade, Wriddhiman Saha, Kane Williamson, Abhinav Manohar, B. Sai Sudharsan, Darshan Nalkande, Vijay Shankar, Jayant Yadav, Rahul Tewatia, Mohammed Shami, Noor Ahmad, Sai Kishore, Rashid Khan, Joshua Little, Mohit Sharma, Azmatullah Omarzai, Umesh Yadav, Shahrukh Khan, Sushant Mishra, Kartik Tyagi, Manav Suthar, Spencer Johnson, Robin Minz.

Punjab Kings: Shikhar Dhawan (c), Matthew Short, Prabhsimran Singh, Jitesh Sharma, Sikandar Raza, Rishi Dhawan, Liam Livingstone, Atharva Taide, Arshdeep Singh, Nathan Ellis, Sam Curran, Kagiso Rabada, Harpreet Brar, Rahul Chahar, Harpreet Bhatia, Vidwath Kaverappa, Shivam Singh, Harshal Patel, Chris Woakes, Ashutosh Sharma, Vishwanath Pratap Singh, Shashank Singh, Tanay Thyagarajann, Prince Choudhary, Rilee Rossouw.

Rajasthan Royals: Sanju Samson (c), Jos Buttler, Shimron Hetmyer, Yashasvi Jaiswal, Dhruv Jurel, Riyan Parag, Donovan Ferreira, Kunal Rathore, Ravichandran Ashwin, Kuldeep Sen, Navdeep Saini, Prasidh Krishna, Sandeep Sharma, Trent Boult, Yuzvendra Chahal, Adam Zampa, Avesh Khan, Rovman Powell, Shubham Dubey, Tom Kohler-Cadmore, Abid Mushtaq, Nandre Burger.

Lucknow Super Giants: KL Rahul (c), Quinton de Kock, Nicholas Pooran, Ayush Badoni, Kyle Mayers, Marcus Stoinis, Deepak Hooda, Devdutt Padikkal, Ravi Bishnoi, Naveen-ul-Haq, Krunal Pandya, Yudhvir Singh, Prerak Mankad, Yash Thakur, Amit Mishra, Mark Wood, Mayank Yadav, Mohsin Khan, K. Gowtham, Shivam Mavi, Arshin Kulkarni, M. Siddharth, Ashton Turner, David Willey, Mohd. Arshad Khan.

Last Bid of the Day

Saurav Chauhan is claimed by the Royal Challengers Bangalore for his base price of Rs 20 Lakh and that concludes the evening in Dubai.

10 day event of Shilpgram Utsav at Mewar starting from 21st December

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December 19, 2023, 10:01 PM