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Statue of Unity expected to attract 10,000 tourists daily
Standing on Sadhu Bet, an islet near Sardar Sarovar Dam, the 'Statue Of Unity' in Narmada district of Gujarat is expected to be a major tourist attraction. It was inaugurated by Prime Minister Narendra Modi Wednesday. Believed to be the world's tallest monument, it is expected to attract around 10,000 tourists daily, a state government official said. At 182 metres, the statue of India's first home minister Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel is twice as tall as the Statue of Liberty in the US. Built with cement, steel and an outer bronze cladding, the statue, which has cost Rs 2,989 crore, has several attractions for tourists. The nearest major town is Vadodara, 100 km away. A visitor can take a lift installed inside the statue which runs at a speed of 4 metres per second to reach a viewers gallery at a height of 135 metres. The gallery will offer scenic vistas of the river Narmada, the dam and the surrounding Satpura range of hills, a state tourism department official said. A ...
Functional Fitness Major 'MultiFit' Announces India's First Gym Chain Driven Fitness Incubator Program
/ -- Finally an incubator program that will focus not just on technology-driven ideas for the fitness industry but also on conventional businesses and business ideas across sports, fitness, wellness and nutrition Has already commenced incubation of nutrition and sports-based businesses; Targets commercial launch of Fitness CRM, Fitsperts and MultiFit MMA Pro-Academy in Q1 2019 To be housed out of Bangalore and Pune India's largest and fastest growing Functional Fitness Studio Brand 'MultiFit Wellness Private Limited', today announced India's first Gym chain driven fitness incubator program, namely 'MultiFit Fitness Incubator Program (MFIP)'. To be housed out of its Bangalore and Pune facilities, the program will be a healthy mix of technology-based start-ups and ideas as well as conventional ones across sports, fitness, wellness and nutrition. MultiFit has already commenced incubation of a Fitness CRM, Nutrition program 'Fitsperts' and MMA Academy 'MultiFit MMA Pro-Academy' - all to ..
Book with photographs of iconic architectures of Kolkata unveiled
A coffee table book, "Kolkata Happening City", with more than 2,700 photographs of iconic buildings and unique facts on its distinctive old-world architecture was launched here on Tuesday.
Statue of Unity: World's tallest statue constructed in record 33 months
The Statue of Unity, an architechtural marvel dedicated to the nation by Prime Minister Narendra Modi as a tribute to Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel, is the tallest statue in the world and the quickest to be completed in just 33 months, says infrastructure giant Larsen & Toubro. At 182 metres from the road entry and 208.5 metres from the river entry, the iconic statue is taller than the 153m Spring Temple Buddha in China and almost twice the height of the world-famous Statue of Liberty in New York. "At 182 meters (597 feet), the steel, concrete and brass-clad statue is the tallest in the world and Larsen & Toubro is proud to have constructed it in a record time of 33 months," the engineering giant which built the mega statue said. Built at a cost of Rs 2,989 crore, the Statue of Unity project, barring bronze cladding which is a fragment of the mammoth work, has been done indigenously, L&T told PTI. The statue is located approximately 3.5 km downstream from the Sardar Sarovar ...
HIGHLIGHTS NORTH 4.40 PM
These are the top stories from the northern region at 4.40 pm NEWDELHI LGD26 DL-HC-2NDLD HASHIMPURA New Delhi: The Delhi High Court on Wednesday sentenced 16 former policemen to life imprisonment for killing 42 people of a minority community in Hashimpura locality of Uttar Pradesh's Meerut in 1987. LUCKNOW DEL29 UP-STATUE-MAYAWATI Lucknow: Hours after the inauguration of a Rs 3,000-crore statue of Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel in Gujarat, BSP president Mayawati demanded an apology from those who had flayed her over the statues of Dalit leaders her government had installed in Uttar Pradesh. DEHRADUN NRG6 UKD-BJP-CIVIC POLLS Dehradun: Seeking people's mandate for the first time after coming to power in Uttarakhand with a massive win in the assembly elections, the BJP faces a tough challenge of matching its own performance at the urban local bodies polls on November 18. DHARMSHALA NRG7 HP-DIWALI-TOURIST Dharamshala (HP): Hoteliers in this popular hill station of Himachal Pradesh are trying to
Hotels in Dharamshala reduce tariffs, offer discounts to revive lost business
Hoteliers in this popular hill station of Himachal Pradesh are trying to attract tourist by reducing tariffs and offering special discounts during Diwali in order to revive their business that has suffered hugely after the high court shut around 80 illegally built hotels here. Tourist footfall in the town saw a loss of around 70 per cent this year as the Himachal Pradesh High Court had issued directives to close around 80 illegally constructed hotels and guesthouses in and around Dharamshala town. The court had also disconnected their water and electricity connections. There are only 100 hotels operating in the area at present and tourist are avoiding booking hotels online after the court's order which has affected the traders, Hotel Association President of McLeodganj Ashwini Bamba said. Quoting the Hotel Association survey, he says, the tourism business of McLeodganj was only 25-30 per cent this Dussehra compared to previous years. The hoteliers now are betting their livelihood on ..
Bike rally flagged off to promote tourism in J-K's Chenab Valley
As many as 48 bike enthusiasts from different parts of the country Wednesday embarked on a motorcycle rally, organised by authorities here as part of their effort to promote tourism in Jammu and Kashmir's Chenab Valley. The rally was flagged off by Tourism Officer Zaheer-ud-din Naik from TRC Dandi. After traversing through several markets of the town and rural locations of Bhadarwah via famous Chattar Galla pass in Doda district, the participants, including three women bikers, will leave for Kishtwar district where they will enter the Paddar Valley via Gulab Garh on Thursday. "The Chenab Valley has a lot of potential, especially for adventure tourism, and this rally was planned to highlight the virgin spots to attract potential tourists and promote tourism in this region in a big way," Naik said. He said the Tourism Department is trying to make Bhadarwah a hub of adventure tourism. "I have been a biker since long but this is the best ever ride of my life. They (Tourism Department) ...
Tiffin: A book on India's culinary traditions
In some great news for gastronomers, 500 authentic recipes, from family favourites to forgotten treasures and showcasing food from Ladakh to Tamil Nadu and from Maharashtra to Arunachal Pradesh, have been compiled in a book form. With the recipes representing all the regions, ethnic groups, cultural choices and traditions of the country, "Tiffin: 500 Authentic Recipes Celebrating India's Regional Cuisine' showcases food that is a flavourful blend of favourite Indian recipes along with several lesser-known dishes. Also featured in the book are recipes by home chefs, celebrated chefs, and dishes specially made at festivals and special occasions. According to author Sonal Ved, "Tiffin" celebrates the incredible richness of India's regional cuisine and is an effort to create a repository of varied culinary traditions. "When we set out to choose the recipes to include in 'Tiffin', we kept the varied produce, techniques, and culinary styles in mind. While each section is well represented in
Looks to nail with right pair of sneakers
Kick those heels goodbye as sneakers are here to save the day or rather the feet. They are not just for running marathons as you can wear sneakers almost anywhere, as long as youve picked the right style.
Modi reaches Gujarat to unveil 'Statue of Unity'
Prime Minister Narendra Modi arrived in Ahmedabad on Tuesday night ahead of the unveiling of the 'Statue of Unity' in Gujarat's Narmada district on the birth anniversary of Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel. The 182-metre structure of Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel is touted as the world's tallest. It is twice the height of the Statue of Liberty in the US and is built on Sadhu Bet, an islet near the Sardar Sarovar Dam. Modi was welcomed by Gujarat Chief Minister Vijay Rupani, Governor O P Kohli, Minister of State for Home Pradeepsinh Jadeja and chief secretary J N Singh upon his arrival at the Ahmedabad airport. Modi headed to Raj Bhavan in Gandhinagar for the night stay. He would reach the Kevadiya Colony near the Sardar Sarovar Dam in Narmada district on Wednesday morning to unveil the statue, an official press release said. "Tomorrow, on the Jayanti of Sardar Patel, the 'Statue of Unity' will be dedicated to the nation. The statue, which is on the banks of the Narmada, is a fitting tribute to the
Chef Ajay Chopra showcases his culinary treats at Runwal Bliss
Kanjurmarg got the taste of unique delightful cuisine by the culinary of Celebrity Chef Ajay Chopra. In one of its kind initiatives organised by one of the leading luxury developers of Mumbai, Runwal Group organised two exclusive cooking sessions for a select set of invitees as a part of the Runwal Luxury Collection Campaign.Celebrity Chef Ajay Chopra, who shot to fame from his famous stints at MasterChef India and various other TV and web shows, charmed the guest with his appetizing cuisines at Runwal Bliss, a prime Luxury project of Runwal Group in Kanjurmarg. The event was jam-packed with lots of fun, learning and of course, some great food.During the event, Chef Ajay Chopra demonstrated a very unique and delicious twist to a staple at every home - the Khichdi, which got transformed into an exotic version called "Khichdi Arancini" which left everyone awestruck. The second and the final presentation of the day was an absolutely delightful "Chocolate Caramel Tart", a dessert that ...
PM to dedicate Patel's statue to the nation Wednesday
Prime Minister Narendra Modi will dedicate the world's tallest statue the 'Statue of Unity' at Kevadiya in Gujarat on Wednesday. The 182-metre statue of Vallabhbhai Patel will be dedicated to the nation on his birth anniversary in Narmada District of Gujarat. At the launch ceremony, the prime minister will pour soil and Narmada water into a 'kalash' to mark the dedication of the statue, a statement from his office said here. The prime minister will press a lever to commence a 'virtual abhishek' of the statue, it said. He will then arrive at the Wall of Unity to inaugurate it. At the feet of the statue, Modi will perform a special prayer to mark the occasion. The prime minister will then visit the museum and exhibition, and the viewers' gallery. This gallery, at 153 metres height, can accommodate up to 200 visitors at one time. It offers a spectacular view of the Sardar Sarovar Dam, its reservoir, and the Satpura and Vindhya mountain ranges. The dedication ceremony shall also be ...
Food Park to be developed around Rohtang tunnel in HP: CM
Food park and parking facilities will be developed on both the sides of the Rohtang tunnel in Himachal Pradesh's Lahaul and Spiti district to facilitate the tourists as well as local people, Chief Minister Jai Ram Thakur said. Presiding over the review meeting of Tourism and Civil Aviation Department here Tuesday, the CM said that the state government is committed to establish maximum number of ropeways in the state for the convenience of tourists. The construction has been expedited for Dharamshala-Mcleodganj ropeway coming up at a cost of Rs 150 crore and it will be completed by May next year, he added.
Diwali 2018: TV celebs look forward to celebrate with family, food
Popular showbiz celebrities like Vishal Dadlani, Archana Puran Singh and Niya Sharma are looking forward to celebrate Diwali with their family, and they will put their fitness diets aside to binge on sweets and homemade dishes for the festival of lights.
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No change in Shivaji memorial site, says Fadnavis
Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis has ruled out the possibility of shifting the proposed Chhatrapati Shivaji Memorial from its present location in the Arabian Sea off Mumbai coast. On October 24, one person had died when a boat carrying 25 people capsized in the Arabian Sea off the Mumbai coast when it was heading to the site of the proposed Chhatrapati Shivaji memorial, where work was to begin that day. The tragedy has revived the demand to shift the ambitious project on land in the city. "There is no reason for changing the location (of Shivaji memorial). The memorial will take shape at the same place. We have (already) begun the work," Fadnavis said while interacting with select media persons Monday night. Terming the last week's accident as unfortunate, Fadnavis said, "Initial probe into it has suggested that the accident took place after the boat operator took a short cut en route to the memorial site." The project has got all the requisite permissions, .
Kokkarakko crowing with Kadaknath chicken and a mega meal (Foodie Trail - Chennai)
Want to eat like the Bakaasura (the demon in the Mahabharatha epic)? A meal consisting of 63 dishes?Welcome to Kokkarakko, a new restaurant in Chennai. And no prizes for guessing the main ingredient in the dishes offered here.
Prabhu for developing Maharashtra coast as tourist destination
Commerce and Industry Minister Suresh Prabhu has urged the Tourism Ministry and the Maharashtra government to consider a proposal for the development of scuba diving and aquarium in Sindhudurg to promote marine tourism. The commerce ministry has received a proposal from the Services Export Promotion Council (SEPC) and the Indian Institute of Scuba Diving and Aquatic Sports (IISDA) Malwan, Sindhudurg, for setting up of these facilities under a comprehensive plan to encourage marine tourism along the coast of Maharashtra, according to a letter by Prabhu to the tourism department and the state government. In the letter to Tourism Minister K J Alphons and Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis, the commerce minister noted that the marine leisure sector is the fastest growing segment of the travel industry. The proposal includes development of scuba diving and domestic cruise tourism destinations at Angria Bank, submarine tourism in Sindhudurg, setting up India's largest aquarium in .
Bus service connecting Pakistan, China begins
Locals of Pakistan and China will soon have the option to travel to either of the countries on road, as a bus service between has started between Lahore (Pakistan) and Tashkurgan (Kashgar - China).Passengers availing the service will have to shell out PKR 23,000 per ticket for a round trip, while a one-way ticket from Lahore to Tashkurgen will cost PKR 13,000 per person. Similarly, a one-way ticket from Tashkurgen to Lahore will cost RMB 600 per seat.In a journey spanning two days, the passengers will have multiple stops, including one at Islamabad or Rawalpindi to pick passengers, and scheduled stops at Mansehra for breakfast, Besham for lunch, Chelas for tea and Gilgit for dinner on a trip from Lahore to Tashkurgan on the first day.On the second day of the journey, a breakfast halt will be made at Sost before heading towards the Sost border for immigration, customs, and lunch. The bus will cross over to China through the Khunjerab Pass at the Pakistan-China border, where checking ...
Spooky dishes to try this Halloween
As Halloween is round the corner, everyone is geared up to try on their ghostly attires, groove, and growl at theme parties and have the time of their lives. If youre planning to host a spooky party of your own, apart from scary costumes, scarier makeup, eerie decorations and a copious amount of fake blood and pumpkins, try out some themed dishes too.