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China to use AI to stop 'uncivilised visitors' from entering public parks
China is planning to introduce artificial intelligence systems in parks in Beijing to ban "uncivilised visitors" from entering the public areas in the city. The Beijing park management authorities are mulling to have a list of unruly visitors identified through artificial intelligence and facial recognition technology. The list will allow the authorities to curb bad tourist behaviour during events such as the three-day holidays around Tomb Sweeping Day, also known as the Qingming Festival. On the second day of the three-day holidays around Tomb Sweeping Day, which ended on Sunday, parks in Beijing witnessed an upsurge in visitors, which led to uncivilised tourist behaviour, officials at the Beijing Municipal Administration Centre of Parks told the Beijing Youth Daily. The centre is considering establishing a "blacklist" to restrict loutish travellers - for example, those who destroy cultural relics and refuse to stop - from entering the park, the report said. The report said that some
Tourism slump in Goa a key issue in LS polls: Stakeholders
Tourism stakeholders in Goa feel poor management of the key revenue generating sector in the state will be one of the main issues in the upcoming Lok Sabha polls. However, tourism minister Manohar Ajgaonkar refuted the claim and said the state government was working to resolve all problems being faced by the industry. In February, Ajgaonkar, while talking to industry stakeholders, said there was a drop in tourist arrivals in the state, though he did not mention any statistics. As per the tourism department's figures of last year, Goa annually attracts around six million tourists, including domestic and foreign travellers. "There has been around 40 per cent drop in foreign tourists in Goa, which is tremendous," claimed Savio Messiah, president of the Travel and Tourism Association of Goa, an apex body of tour operators in the state. He said while there were no specific proper figures available about domestic tourists, "there was definitely a drop in occupancy in hotels in
Soft drink bottles looted after Hyderabad accident
Passersby went on a looting spree after a vehicle loaded with soft drink bottles of a popular brand overturned in Secunderabad, the twin city of Hyderabad, police said on Monday.
Beijing mulls blacklisting 'uncivilised visitors'
Tourism authorities in Beijing said they were considering creating a blacklist of "uncivilised visitors" in order to curb bad behaviour, as the Chinese capital was inundated with tourists for the Tomb Sweeping Festival, the media reported on Monday.
No roads, no vote: Natives of a UP village threaten to boycott polls
Bijnor (Uttar Pradesh) [India], April 8 (ANI): With Lok Sabha polls inching closer, candidates are leaving no stone unturned to woo voters in their favour. However, there is a village in Bijnor Lok Sabha constituency that has collectively decided to not vote, citing poor condition of roads.Large numbers of residents of Majlis Taufikpur have threatened to boycott polls if the main road connecting their village to the other part is not constructed.Speaking to ANI, one of the villagers, Kuldeep Saini, said, "Our village comes under Bijnor Lok Sabha constituency. A lot of leaders are coming because of Lok Sabha elections but no one does anything. The main road is in very bad condition. Now the villagers have decided that vote will be given only when there is a proper road."Another resident Veer Singh said, "We have a lot of issues but there is this road problem which affects us very adversely. The road is in very bad condition and there are big potholes. A lot of accidents have also ...
No roads, no vote: Natives of a Bijnor village threaten to boycott polls
With Lok Sabha polls inching closer, candidates are leaving no stone unturned to woo voters in their favor. However, there is a village in Bijnor district that has collectively decided to not vote, citing poor condition of roads.Large numbers of residents of Majlis Taufikpur of Bijnor Lok Sabha constituency have threatened to boycott polls if the main road connecting their village to the other part is not constructed.Speaking to ANI, one of the villagers, Kuldeep Saini, said, "Our village comes under Bijnor Lok Sabha constituency. A lot of leaders are coming because of Lok Sabha elections but no one does anything. The main road is in very bad condition. Now the villagers have decided that vote will be given only when there is a proper road."Another resident Veer Singh said, "We have a lot of issues but there is this road problem which affects us very adversely. The road is in very bad condition and there are big potholes. A lot of accidents have also happened in which our children ...
AP: Over 3,000 liquor bottles seized in Krishna district, 1 held
Less than a week ahead of Lok Sabha elections, an auto driver was held and as many as 3264 liquor bottles were seized by Kankipadu police on Sunday.Police acted on a tip-off and caught the huge cache of liquor. They got information that liquor is being transported in an auto from Gudivada town.Following search operations at Uppaluru village, police found an auto with 3264 liquor bottles. The bottles were seized and the driver was taken into custody.Andhra Pradesh will witness simultaneous polling on April 11 for both Lok Sabha and assembly constituencies. Counting of votes will take place on May 23.
Malaika grooves to 'Chaiyya...' on World Health Day
On the occasion of World Health Day on Sunday, actress Malaika Arora gave a sweet dose of nostalgia and fitness goals to her fans by dancing on her hit song "Chaiyya Chaiyya".
Walking top choice of fitness enthusiasts in India
Walking, jogging and running surpass yoga and gym training as the the top choices of most fitness enthusiasts in India, according to a new survey on Sunday.
'Road nahin, vote nahin': Tired of govt apathy, HP village calls for boycott
Four months ago, when Kaushalya Devi needed a surgery on her leg, the 83-year-old had to be carried on a cot to the motorable road outside the village and then transferred to an ambulance. For over five-six decades, the residents of the Lahru Tika village in Himachal Pradesh's Kangra district have been using the 200-metre-long stretch, about three feet wide, of an adjoining village to reach the motorable road. The footpath is too narrow for four-wheelers -- and sometimes it takes toll. Kaushalya Devi is doing well now after the surgery, but Subedar Bishamber Dass (retd) was not so fortunate The 300-odd residents of Lahru Tika have been pressing their demand of a proper road for over two decades now, but in vain, Kaushalya's nephew Vipin Kumar claimed. Fed up with the neglect and the apathy of the authorities, the villagers have now decided to make it an election issue and have threatened to boycott the Lok Sabha polls. Banners calling for boycott of the parliamentary elections have ...
Tourist numbers double at North Korea marathon
Twice as many foreigners as last year gathered in Pyongyang Sunday for the city's annual marathon, tour firms said, as reduced tensions see visitor numbers rise in isolated North Korea. The event -- part of the celebrations for the anniversary of founder Kim Il Sung's birth in 1912 -- is the highlight of the North's tourism calendar and offers the chance to run or jog through the streets of the tightly-controlled city. Around 950 Westerners entered the event, according to market leader Koryo Tours, compared to some 450 last year when numbers slumped. That brought participation almost back to the levels of 2017, before tensions soared as the North carried out a series of missile launches and leader Kim Jong Un traded threats and personal insults with US President Donald Trump. The same year, Washington also banned its citizens from visiting the North following the death of Otto Warmbier, a US student jailed for trying to steal a propaganda poster who died in a mysterious coma days ...
Right-wing Hindu outfit claims to have shut 250 meat, chicken shops in Gurgaon
Members of a right-wing Hindu outfit Saturday claimed to have shut over 250 meat shops and chicken outlets here on the first day of Navratri festival. Ritu Raj, the chief of Gurgaon unit of the Hindu Sena, said the members marched to different locations demanding closure of meat shops. He said they visited sectors 4,5,7,9, 10, 21, 22, Palam Vihar, Badshahpur, Om Vihar, Surat Nagar, Sadar Bazar, Anaj Mandi Dhanwapur, Dundahera, Molaheda, Sikandarpur and many other places. He claimed that about half of the shops were already closed as the exercise has been taking place since 2014.
Gurugram Hindu bodies shut meat shops for Navratri
With the 9-day Chaitra Navratri festival starting on Saturday, Hindu organisations forcibly shut around 180 meat and chicken shops at different locations of Gurugram, demanding they remain closed during the festival.
Foods labelled 'gluten-free' not trustworthy: Study
Suffering from coeliac disease and want to avoid gluten? Then restaurants should be the last place you should visit as most foods labelled 'gluten-free' have gluten, suggest researchers.
One10: The happiest address in town opens today
PS Group announced the launch of their new venture, One10, a one-of-a-kind residential project. PS Group claimed One10 is a tribute to childhood."Open spaces are scarce in the city of joy. How do we then expect our children to not stay hooked to gadgets and screens! This heartfelt concern has motivated PS Group to build a home that lets children do what they do best - play, explore, wonder and imagine. This unique residential project is aimed at anybody who wants their child to have a fulfilling childhood," the company said in a statement.Spread across a sprawling 9 acres of lush green land, One10 will have 70 per cent of its total area dedicated to open space. The amenities in One10 have been thoughtfully incorporated to provide an environment where your child can grow up the way you did - unbridled but in a safe and secure environment. The amenities include: water play area, jungle gym, library, Happy Room, and Playschool, Daycare and Centre for extra-curricular for children.In ...
HP: Siblings drown while feeding fish in river Beas
Two teenaged siblings drowned in the Beas river near Kaleshwar Mahadev temple in Himachal Pradesh's Kangra district on Friday, a district official said. The bodies of Sandeep (17) and his sister Nisha (14), residents of Gahlian village in Dehar subdivision, were retrieved from the river by the locals, he added. The duo had gone to feed the fish when Nisha slipped and fell in the river. Her brother tried to save her but both of them drowned, he said further.
Suzuki Motorcycle India launches 2019 edition of Intruder, priced Rs 1.08 lakh
Suzuki Motorcycle India Pvt Ltd (SMIPL) Friday launched the 2019 edition of its motorcycle model Intruder priced at Rs 1,08,162 (ex-showroom Delhi). The new Intruder is equipped with the updated gear shift design and improvised brake pedal for superior ergonomics and overall ride comfort, SMIPL said in a statement. Also, the front foot pegs provide comfort riding capability along with an added backrest for the pillion, it added. Commenting on the launch, SMIPL Vice President Devashish Handa said, "With its modern-day design and premium appeal, Suzuki Intruder is an apt motorcycle for all the cruiser lovers in the country." It will offer a soothing daily commute as well as short weekend rides, he added. The bike is powered by a 155cc engine and has features such as standard ABS and fully-digital instrumentation.
Charcoal Eats announces two new additions to its menu
Charcoal Eats, a full-stack quick service restaurant (QSR) start-up, has recently announced two exciting additions to their menu-Pav Wows and Rice Bowls.The company has paired the famous Mumbai pav with smoky veg and non-veg starters. The result is a delightful range of Pav Wows - Aloo Tikki, Dahi ke kebab, Hara Bhara kebab, Veg Galouti, Chicken Seekh kebab and Chicken Galouti. Starting at Rs 39, Pav Wows offer a wholesome all-day option, at very affordable prices.For office goers, Charcoal Eats has introduced rice bowls, a warm comforting meal of delicious curries made in desi ghee, paired with fragrant ghee and lavang rice. The options range from the evergreen, almost universal favourites, Rajma, Amritsari Chole and Dal Makhani, to the rich, tempting Paneer Tikka Masala, Butter Chicken and Chicken Tikka Masala. Starting Rs 229, these rice bowls offer a quick, convenient meal. Rice bowls are currently available at all Charcoal Eats outlets in Mumbai and Ahmedabad, with the other ...
Augmented reality app launched in Korean to promote heritage sites in India
An augmented reality-based mobile application has been launched here in Korean language to offer visual travel assistance to tourists from South Korea, officials said. The Korean version of the tourist application is available for exploring six UNESCO heritage sites -- Qutub Minar, Red Fort and Humayun's Tomb in Delhi; and Taj Mahal, Agra Fort and Fatehpur Sikri in Agra, according to the Korean Cultural Centre India (KCCI). The KCCI, after announcing the launch on Thursday, said in future the application will incorporate other cultural heritage sites in India. "The application includes Korean language description and guide for Korean tourists visiting India. India has been one of the popular destinations for young Koreans, which has recently extended to older generations," a senior KCCI official said. KCCI, the cultural wing of the South Korean embassy here, has been contributing to invigorate tourism in India and encourage Korean tourists to gain a profound understanding of India's .
2,000 voters to boycott LS polls in Jamui due to poor condition of road
With seven days left for the first phase of polling to begin in the country, about 2,000 voters of Dabil village in Jamui parliamentary constituency have threatened to boycott the Lok Sabha polls over unavailability of a proper road in the village.One of the residents Bablu Kumar said, "Not a single person will cast his vote in the elections as there is no proper road in the village. Many leaders came and promised to build the roads in the village but in vain. During monsoon, there are a lot of problems, which we face."Another resident Bharat Mandal added: "Thousands of people are currently living in the village but no one will cast a single vote until proper roads are built in the village. All of us have pledged that "Jab Tak Road Nahi, Tabtak Vote Nahi (No vote till there is no road). We will not vote in any elections, be it parliamentary or assembly elections until the roads are constructed."Another resident, Mira also said that children and women face many problems due to the bad .