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Christmas celebrations come with a difference all across the world…See how!

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There are several traditions celebrated all over the world on the eve of Christmas.

Every year on December 25th, this festival arrives riding on a reindeer sleigh, bringing warmth in the winter. In the dead of winter, Christmas feels like a warm embrace. The festival is widely celebrated all over the world. Thus, people across the globe have accepted different traditions to add their own essence to Christmas.

Iceland and 13 Yule Lads

The land, which is associated with Yule tales, plays an important role in Iceland’s celebration. Christmas in Iceland is similar to Christmas in America. 13 Yule lads pay Icelandic youngsters a visit every evening before Christmas as a ritual. The kids will put their shoes by the window and then go upstairs to sleep.

However, it depends on the behavior of the kids; if they were good the night before, they would have received candies, but if they were naughty, they would have been met with shoes filled with rotting vegetables. Putting the gift of coal to shame.

New Zealand and summer Christmas

Not only for Australians but for Kiwis too, summer coincides with Christmas. Therefore, many of their customs and traditions revolve around gathering with friends and family around a grill for a casual barbeque of seasonal veggies, meat, fresh fish, and chit-chat.

However, the pohutukawa is New Zealand’s traditional Christmas tree and is used as a pine tree. It is a coastal species that blooms a vivid red hue in December and offers shade on hot days while people sing carols in both English and Māori. Thus, this too offers Christmas with a twist of New Zealand.

Martinique and the Tradition of Carol Songs with Yam

The Christmas festival is where La ribote, a long-standing custom on the French Caribbean island of Martinique, takes place. In tradition, it involves families visiting their neighbours, and friends with festive fare. There is a ritual involving yams, boudin créole, pâtés salés, and hog stew throughout Advent and also on New Year’s Day. The people of the island sing Christmas songs and carols together till the wee hours of the morning, embellishing the standard lyrics with their own creole embellishments.

Japan and Kentucky Fried Chicken

Even though Christmas is not a traditional festival in Japan, however, Japan celebrates Christmas in its own way. Instead of gathering around the table for a turkey feast, the families visit their neighborhood for Kentucky Fried Chicken on Thanksgiving. Kentucky’s Christmas tradition began in 1974, following a hugely successful marketing campaign called “Kurisumasu ni wa kentakkii!” or “Kentucky for Christmas!” Thus, some consumers purchase their boxes months in advance or wait in two-hour lineups to obtain their “finger lickin’ excellent” cuisine, as the fast-food company has maintained its yuletide appeal.

The current updates from the G20 meeting

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Akanksha
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G20 Meetings in Mumbai, Bengaluru, and Karnataka today have climate finance and cryptocurrencies on the program.

The G20 is one of the most revolutionary steps taken to provide for emerging countries and uplift developing countries. Thus, the G20 Finance Track’s inaugural meeting will be held in Bengaluru, Mumbai, and Karnataka, where India holds the G20 Presidency.

Thus, Mumbai police announced the traffic restriction in consideration of the G20 meeting today.

The G-7 body supports the emerging G20.

On Monday, the G-7 nations expressed their thoughts and support for India’s quest to lead the G-20 and reaffirmed their commitment to a sound and peaceful world. The G-7 leaders stated in a joint statement on Monday that they support a sustainable future for everybody.

In a joint address, the leaders of the G-7 countries extended their support and made promises in support of the efforts. Thus, the G7 and other international partners have demonstrated our commitment to working together to overcome both the critical immediate problems and serious structural issues under the German Presidency. Therefore, the G20 meeting and the new quest will open the path for development toward global equality.

G2O in Karnataka

The G20 meetings will begin today, where there will be 14 G20 meetings in Karnataka, with 11 in Bengaluru, 2 in Hampi, and 1 in Mysuru.

Karnataka would highlight its offerings and suggestions throughout the whole session and the participants’ stay. Thus, the delegates have scheduled trips inside Bengaluru as well as to Nandi Hills, Bhoga Nandishwara Temple, Mysuru, and Hampi.

A two-sided event will be held by the Indian presidency.

Considering the G20 event, according to a statement from the Ministry of External Affairs, the Indian Presidency will host two side events on December 13 before the official meeting of the Working Group.

Thus, these events are titled “Data for Development: The G20’s Contribution to the 2030 Agenda and Reinvigorating Green Development.”

G20 at Bangalore

Under the Presidency of India in the G20, Bangalore will hold and initiate the first meeting of the Finance and Central Bank Deputies (FCBD). The Ministry of Finance and the Reserve Bank of India will jointly discuss the “financial track” agenda in the three-day event of the G20 meeting.

G20 in Mumbai

As the G20 meetings have begun from December 13 to December 16, 2022, Mumbai will host the first Development Working Group (DWG) meeting under India’s G20 Presidency. The meeting will be in person for and with the G20 members, guests, and invited international organizations.

The inaugural ceremony of the G20 Meeting in Bangalore

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The very first G20 Finance Track meeting will be held in Bengaluru.

The most anticipated G20 Finance Track’s inaugural meeting will be held in Bengaluru in the coming days. India holds the G20 Presidency this year. According to the statement of Ajay Seth, Secretary, Department of Economic Affairs, Ministry of Finance, the first G20 Finance and Central Bank Thus, the deputies’ meeting would occur in Bengaluru and would be held from December 13 to 15 December 2022.

What is the purpose of the G20?

The G20’s purpose is to coordinate member policies for sustained growth and global economic stability, which is essential for many countries. It also revolves around advanced financial laws that mitigate risk and help countries avoid future financial crises. The G20 will establish a new global financial system that will be a leading model for many emerging countries.

G20 Meeting

According to the secretary of the Department of Economic Affairs, the meeting would bring many things to light. The Finance Track meetings at one of India’s most prestigious metropolises, recognised for its high-tech sector, provide for the emerging IT sector.

The certain aim of G20 finance will be to increase the collective readiness for most of the demands and difficulties, which are particularly difficult for developing and fragile countries.

However, the chance to lead this significant global economic alliance for a whole year Thus, according to the Secretary, the G20 comes this year when India’s GDP is the largest and is expanding the fastest. There will be many advantages for development that must now be inclusive and universal. Therefore, according to Seth, who noted that the Prime Minister made this point in his speech on the development of countries at the G20 summit in Bali,

Thus, the Ministry of Finance has included this principle in the agenda for the G20 Finance Track.

Under India’s G20 Presidency, Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman and the Governor of the RBI Shaktikanta Das will oversee the Finance Track.

Not only this, we will strive to significantly contribute to the conversation on the state of the world’s economy through roughly 40 meetings spread out around the nation, encompassing several working groups and four ministerial-level meetings.

Meet with nature nurturing in pristine Royal Botanic Gardens Victoria, Melbourne

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Wanna listen to the sounds of silent nature nurturing thousands of species of trees, plants, grass and water bodies from across the world keeping them under its fold?

Try visiting the Royal Botanic Gardens Victoria, Melbourne where you can enjoy your company with yourself and listen to the chirping of sounds of birds of different species. The clear skies and green earth are sure to enchant you and take you in altogether different world.

The garden is said to be over 170 years old and is said to be a treasured part of Melbourne’s cultural life.

It is much loved by generations of Victorians, as well as by many visitors from interstate and overseas for being a picturesque haven for recreation as well as an important resource for education, conservation, science and horticulture.

Meet with nature nurturing in pristine Royal Botanic Gardens Victoria, Melbourne

Extending over 38 hectares and housing a collection of more than 8,500 species of plants from around the world, including amazing and diverse plant collections such as camellias, rainforest flora, cacti and succulents, roses, Californian species, herbs, perennials, cycads, plants from Southern China and, in the Rare and Threatened Species Collection, plants from south-eastern Australia, the garden should not be missed by those visiting Melbourne for you are sure to inhale fresh Oxygen when being in the vicinity of this garden.

  • OpenDaily 7.30am – 7.30pm
  • Children’s Garden: Wed – Sun
  • The Terrace kiosk is now open for light refreshments. The Terrace café will be open mid December 2022. A Gate is closed for renovation. Please enter via H or B Gates.
  • AdmissionFree
  • LocationBirdwood Avenue, Melbourne

Artisans will meet at one destination from the whole nation

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Akanksha
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Talent will showcase at the Jio World Centre in BKC, Mumbai as a part of the third AD Design Show.

A fantastic schedule of creative events is presented at Jio World Centre in BKC as part of the third AD Design Show, which is given in association with Asian Paints. It will be a wonderful time of the year when all the craftsmen and artisans will meet.

The event is said to take place from December 16 to December 18. The three-part exhibit will examine an introspective look at Indian post-independence art, architecture, crafts, and construction and its culture. The curating of 75 items and more images for India Gaze’s portion on innovative designs will help to put back the history of art, design, and architecture in India after 1947 as a showcase.

Visitors anticipate seeing various masterpieces showcasing the complexity and beauty of Indian design today, a design display with 75 historical photographs and artifacts, and skilled karigars honing their craft. Therefore, Various outstanding modern producers’ works will be on show at the event, including Chandigarh by Le Corbusier, textiles by Monika Correa, lacquerware by Dashrath Patel, and more, this will add more value to the event.

Not only this, but a World-acclaimed lighting designer Michael Anastassiades will discuss architecture and design during the event for the youth. The session will have him in discourse with Bijoy Jain.

Thus, Pinakin Patel and Ashiesh Shah will discuss and honor the late designer Dasrath Patel’s contribution to the history of Indian design and modern techniques, considering the changing circumstances. As the contribution of Dasrath Patel evolved art and design in India. Many more renowned designers are included in the lineup for the event.

The event will move to local artisans who will showcase their creations in the third section. There will be a fun and engaging pavilion with activities supported by JSW dedicated to five handcrafted crafts and innovation. Here, artists will give items form and interact with the live audience by the ending segment.

Risks of heart attack trends on Twitter!

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Akanksha
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3D Rendering - Chest Pain - Heart Attack - Medical Illustration

Twitter trended Heart attacks on the rising cases of heart attacks worldwide

Recently, people have been dying because of sudden severe pain in the chest area, which led to a heart attack. Thus, gradually it has become a warning for others to stay alert all the time. Many health experts have been voicing their thoughts and advice on the condition. 

The whole world is today facing unnatural heart attack cases. The experts have also stated that the matters related to heart attacks have increased in the last two years. But more shockingly, these heart attacks have been affecting 18 years old. 

There have been many famous public figures who suffered from heart attacks and died due to the reason. The netizens did not neglect it as there was a severe hashtag trend on heart attacks. 

The health expert, Dr. Edmund Fernandes, a physician, recommends always keeping a tablet of Aspirin with oneself for emergency medication. 

Dr. Edmund also specified people should always keep Aspirin 300 mg of in their pockets or wallet, and one should take it as soon as one has sudden, severe chest discomfort that spreads to the neck or left arm. 

He also warns us never to disregard chest pain as gastritis. Consider evaluating every step as life is one. 

The advice, Disprin 325 mg, an aspirin substitute, is recommended by doctors of acute heart attack, according to Dr. Sudeep K. N. of the Department of Cardiology and Consultant Interventional Cardiologist at Apollo Hospitals in Bangalore. 

He also states that, generally, typical instances do not require that dosage. It is an anti-platelet medication that aids in preventing acute myocardial infarction and platelet aggregation.

He also recommends consuming these medications under supervision. Thus, Aspirin must be used in combination with other drugs and treatment options.

However, there are some dos and don’ts:

  • Aspirin must be used in conjunction with other tablets and treatment options. One should avoid taking Aspirin first thing in the morning. To avoid stomach discomfort. One should take it after eating and with a full glass of water.
  • The extended-release tablets and capsules are recommended to be swallowed whole without breaking, crushing, or chewing. One should be particular as Chewable aspirin pills can be broken. However, they are dissolved in liquid, or eaten.
  • Instead of any other drugs or therapies the doctor has advised, Aspirin should not be used.
  • Never consume alcohol while taking Aspirin. The risk of gastrointestinal bleeding rises as a result.

Thus, it’s your life and your heart, be kind to it. Always take help from the experts and consume medication under medical supervision. 

The soul of Kashmir: Houseboat Festival

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Akanksha
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The houseboat festival in Kashmir displays the soul of Kashmir on Dal Lake.

Dal Lake, near Srinagar, Jammu & Kashmir, will soon play home to a two-day houseboat festival honoring the deep tranquility of the region.

A beautiful floating stage, live music, cultural events, different art displays, and food-related activities will honor the two-day festival. The celebration also included a light show and illuminated houseboats that added more beauty to the festive shenanigans.

In the two-day festive, the Kashmir Valley is the only place where one might catch a glimpse of shimmering Shikaras over the Dal Lake with the Zabarwan Hills in the distance and subzero temps to add more beauty to the scenery.

Nonetheless, for the first time in forever, houseboats, mostly entirely occupied by visitors and the locals during the winter, are getting ready to entertain the people who would visit the houseboat festival.

In the chilly winter of Jammu and Kashmir, the shikaras will receive visitors, even after the high chances of the freezing Dal lake, in honor of the spirit of the festival and Kashmir.

Worldwide, people refer to Kashmir as the “Winter Wonderland.” Thus, everything is set up this year. The valley’s organizations anticipate a vast, strong winter tourism surge where all the necessary preparations have been made and put in, providing one of the best experiences to the visitors.

There will be many activities which will be introduced in the two-day celebration. Artists from the land of Jammu and Kashmir, also from all over the nation, will get a chance to perform at the Houseboat festival surrounded by visitors. To inspire more winter travelers to Kashmir, folk performances with the advanced laser show will highlight the enthusiasm for the land and its culture.

Live concerts with Kashmiri musicians will fill the lake with the soulful maestro.

As Jammu and Kashmir have some unspoken relation with snow, The MeT department forecasts a repost of snowfall in the Kashmir region.

The report has led to inquiries from the local stakeholders and reservations from tourists, who will witness the live coverage of the Houseboat festival in the upcoming days.

However, it has been noted that Kashmir attracts more tourists the more snowfall Kashmir receives.

From Christmas on The Beach to Christmas In The Market

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Akanksha
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Christmas celebrations around the globe, where some places celebrate Christmas on the beach, and some have Christmas markets.

A widely celebrated festival awaited by the whole world, Christmas is filled with lights and stories. Celebrating Christmas comes with plenty of traditions, where the most traditional and old tradition is decorating the Christmas tree and the whole house with lights and sending gifts to our loved ones. 

However, people worldwide have found this day to celebrate in a unique and different manner. Thus, the festival finds its essence in every other city and land. 

Britain celebrates Christmas by hanging the stocking by the bedpost.

Many children around the world will wake up to a surprise from Santa. However, children in Britain hang their stockings at the ends of their beds, so there is no such problem in worrying about Santa finding their stockings. And they get a delightful surprise when they wake up.

It becomes an essential part of the children’s life while celebrating Christmas. 

Austria not only celebrates Christmas but hunts Naughty kids with Krampus.

What’s worse, a lump of coal in your stocking as a present or A Krampus on a hunt for you? In Austria, where St. Nicolas gives presents to the children who have been kind and sound all the year, A Krampus, the half-man, the half-goat, goes on the hunt for the rude, bad kids and keeps them in line. Many people in Austria are seen dressed as scary characters who scare children in a light way to keep them in line on the street. 

Germany celebrates Christmas with an outdoor market.

Everyone at Christmas wants to enjoy a cup of hot chocolates while watching the lights outside. However, one can enjoy hot chocolate while visiting the market outside Germany. All around the nation, large holiday markets are featured where people can buy presents for everyone on their list from the artisans and craftsmen themselves. 

Australia Celebrates Christmas on the beach. 

As Australia, due to geographical reasons, celebrates Christmas in the melting summer, there is no snowman on their Christmas shenanigans. Instead, there is Santa on the beach taking a sun bath. In Australia, families are seen on the beach singing “white Christmas” with barbeque, channeling the spirit of Christmas in summer. 

Symposium on the theme “India-Netherlands Partnership: Opportunities for Business and Investment organized by Embassy of India in The Hague

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Ravindar Nagar
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The Hague: To commemorate the occasion of assumption of the G20 Presidency by India from December 1, 2022, and to promote the bilateral trade and investment between India and the Netherlands, the Embassy of India in The Hague organised a Symposium on the theme “India-Netherlands Partnership: Opportunities for Business and Investment” on December 1, 2022 at Leonardo Royal Hotel in The Hague.

Symposium on the theme “India-Netherlands Partnership: Opportunities for Business and Investment organized by Embassy of India in The Hague


Around 125 guests participated in the event, majority of them from the Dutch companies and businesses. The event had a prime focus on bilateral cooperation in the priority sectors of ‘Water, Agriculture, Health and Innovation’. H.E. Mrs. Reenat Sandhu, Ambassador of India to the Netherlands in her welcome address highlighted India’s priorities during its G-20 Presidency, which resonate with the bilateral agenda of cooperation between India & the Netherlands, especially in the area of sustainability, sustainable lifestyles, circular economy, energy transition, etc. Ambassador also touched upon the multi-faceted bilateral partnership between India and the Netherlands, and encouraged Dutch companies to explore opportunities for investment and manufacturing in India, and entering into joint ventures and technological tie- ups.

Symposium on the theme “India-Netherlands Partnership: Opportunities for Business and Investment organized by Embassy of India in The Hague


Vice President of Invest India, Ms. Ravneet Mann, gave a power point presentation on the opportunities for investing in India and highlighted the economic reforms and various initiatives taken by the Government of India to promote trade and investment and a business-friendly environment. She invited the Dutch companies to invest in India.
The Netherlands is now India’s 4th largest trading partner in Europe with the total bilateral trade exceeding USD 17 billion in 2021-22 and the largest export destination for Indian goods in Europe. The Netherlands has become the 3rd largest export destination for Indian goods in the world in 2022. More than 350 Indian companies have their presence in the Netherlands and a similar number of Dutch companies have their foothold in India.

Symposium on the theme “India-Netherlands Partnership: Opportunities for Business and Investment organized by Embassy of India in The Hague


This event included Mr. Michiel Sweers, Deputy Director General for Enterprise & Innovation who spoke about India-Netherlands cooperation in innovation & technology. Mr. Luit-Jan Dijkhuis spoke about the ongoing cooperation in water sector and Ms. Etty de Boer covered agriculture cooperation and food safety standards in her remarks. Mr. Jules Gerzon from Foreign Ministry provided an overview of the future of Indo-Dutch partnership. Speakers from the private sector, representing Royal Philips and Poonawalla Science Park in Bilthoven provided interesting insights and shared their experiences of doing business in India and in Netherlands.

Symposium on the theme “India-Netherlands Partnership: Opportunities for Business and Investment organized by Embassy of India in The Hague


The representative of the companies attending the symposium were highly appreciative of the very fruitful discussions and useful networking opportunity provided through the Symposium by Embassy of India and Satya Pinisetty, First Secretary (Economic & Commerce)

TCS, Reliance, Infosys creating promising positions for women

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In every field, women are slowly taking up the most valued position. It has gradually become the source of women’s empowerment. Most of the women are doing their best to evoke more awareness. Thus, it becomes a considerable accomplishment when valued companies trust women for their top-rank positions, such as board director. 

Reliance is India’s most valuable firm, and 16% of the directors on the boards of 500 valued corporations are women. Thus, they had led every other woman fueled with power and pride. 

In the recent Hurun India’s ranking of the top 500 firms in India, Tata Consultancy Services (TCS) became the largest IT company in India by taking the top spot among the top 10 employers of women in India. Approximately 2.1 lakh, or 35%, of the company’s workforce, are women in this company which is a great deal! 410 of the 500 listed firms have female membership on their directors.

In the last year, these valued firms have potentially added 3.9 lakh new positions for the employee. Currently, 11.6 lakh women are employed in the business. 

1,24,498 women work at Infosys, a large company and a well-reputed pursuit. 

HCL Technologies employs 62,780 women, compared to Wipro’s 88,946 female employees. 40%, 36%, and 28% of the staff at these firms are primarily female.

The list of the most valuable firms in the nation is topped by Reliance Industries Ltd., which Mukesh Ambani owns. The industry has a valuation of Rs 17.25 lakh crore. The second most valuable and publicly traded corporation in India is TCS, while HDFC Bank is ranked third. Adani Total Gas and Adani Enterprises are Gautam Adani’s businesses that hold the position right after these firms.

It’s great news that now women hold 16% of the board director positions on the boards of the 500 most valuable corporations. These firms have 664 female directors in total. Gradually, women are finding more value and respect in every field, which is a reason to celebrate women’s empowerment.  

In terms of government jobs, SBI has become the topmost government-driven business providing women’s appointments, and the growth rate has exceeded 14%. However, the start-ups like Zomato, Nike Policy Bazar, and Paytm have declined to propose jobs for female employees. With a net worth of Rs 2.19 lakh crore, vaccine manufacturer Serum Institute of India is the most valuable unlisted firm in the nation.

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