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India concludes trade deal negotiations with Oman, date of economic partnership agreement remains unrevealed
The Economic Times
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August 10, 2025
Negotiations for a comprehensive trade deal between India and Oman, which commenced in 2023, have been concluded. "India-Oman CEPA negotiations have been concluded," Minister of State for Commerce and Industry Jitin Prasada informed Rajya Sabha in...
Carnival Cruise Line Drink Menu and Prices (2025)
Cruise
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If you’re looking for drink prices to plan for your upcoming Carnival cruise, you’ve come to the right place. Consider this your complete guide for what you can expect to spend on cocktails, wine, beer, liquor, and more during your cruise. You can...
London forum to chart Africa's place in shifting global landscape
The Standard
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President William Ruto chairs a meeting of the Committee of African Heads of State and Government on Climate Change in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia. [File, Standard] The Financial Times (FT) will host the 12th edition of its Africa Summit from October...
Why lose sleep?
The Statesman (India)
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August 14, 2025
The West dislikes India’s growth because it undermines their global power, especially as their own influence declines. However, a strong and self-assured India is anathema to them; they can’t force it to do their bidding. Donald Trump is...
Women’s Day: 15 travel tips
Business Ghana
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Women make up at least half (and by some counts, nearly 70%) of South Africa’s travel and tourism industry, so it’s no exaggeration to say they’re the ones influencing the way we explore. Ask almost any woman what she wishes for on Women’s Day,...
Swerve the obvious with these alternative ideas for your next adventure
The Times
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There are several great reasons to visit an under-the-radar destination on your next trip. With overtourism an increasing problem in some of the world’s travel hotspots, you’d be consciously helping the heaving likes of Amsterdam, Venice and...
“Neither a minister nor a junior minister is appointed to boost their ego; their role is to fulfill their constitutional duties”
Mauritius Times
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August 9, 2025
Qs & As ‘Ambiguous roles for ministers and junior ministers can lead to inefficiency and policy paralysis’ By Lex The recent public dispute between Minister Arianne Navarre-Marie and Junior Minister Anishta Babooram has drawn attention to the...
The Time for Change is Now
Mauritius Times
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August 9, 2025
Editorial The political landscape in Mauritius — characterised by shifting alliances and strong rivalries — is once again under public scrutiny. The very name of the current ruling coalition, Alliance du Changement, evoked hopes of a fresh...
INCOIS to focus on forecasts on low profile but high impact events like high waves and storm surges
The Hindu
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August 16, 2025
Director of the Indian National Centre for Ocean Information Services Balakrishnan Nair T.M. | Photo Credit: NAGARA GOPAL Thayannur Mullachery Balakrishnan Nair, a founding scientist of the Hyderabad-based Indian National Centre for Ocean...
‘AFTCREE Expo aims to mainstream culture, tourism into economies of African states’
The Guardian (Nigeria)
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August 16, 2025
Chuks Akamadu is the Managing Director/CEO of Afrocultour Limited, organisers of the Songs of Nigeria Festival (SONIFES), Nigeria Entertainment, Economic Roundtable (NEER) and others. An accomplished intellectual property lawyer, erudite cultural...
Anger in Italy over rise in privatised beaches
AOL
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Beach operators have a strong lobby in Italy - Buena Vista ImagesItalians are in revolt against the privatisation of the country’s coast as vast stretches of beach are taken over by lucrative beach clubs, bars and restaurants. The “stabilimento”...
AM Briefing: Trump’s $3 Billion Utility Bill
Heatmap News
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August 15, 2025
Current conditions: Tropical Storm Erin is still intensifying as it approaches the Caribbean • Rare August rainstorms are deluging the Pacific Northwest with a month’s worth of precipitation in 24 hours, threatening floods • Hong Kong has issued...
FT Africa Summit 2025: A New Vision for Africa in a Changing World
South Africa Today
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August 16, 2025
16 August, London: The Financial Times has announced the 12th edition of its flagship FT Africa Summit, taking place on 21–22 October 2025 at The Peninsula, London. Under the theme “Africa in a Changing World,” the summit will convene African...
15 Travel Tips from the Women Behind Africa’s Biggest Tourism Brands
News Ghana
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August 8, 2025
Women make up at least half (and by some counts, nearly 70%) of South Africa’s travel and tourism industry, so it’s no exaggeration to say they’re the ones influencing the way we explore. Ask almost any woman what she wishes for on Women’s Day,...
India is negotiating a trade agreement with US: Commerce Minister Piyush Goyal
The Economic Times
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August 8, 2025
Commerce and Industry Minister Piyush Goyal on Friday said India is negotiating trade agreements with several countries, including the US, and stressed that many nations are keen to engage with New Delhi on the trade front. He also exuded...
Digital India initiative
The Fiji Times
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August 15, 2025
MESSAGE BY AMBASSADOR DEBNATH SHAW At the second Voice of the Global South Summit hosted virtually by Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi on November 17, 2023, one key focus area was on, “Sustain the momentum of exchange and sharing of ideas and...
Piyush Goyal on Trump tariff: Won’t bend to anyone
Financial Express
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India’s confidence is high and its exports in the current financial year will surpass last year’s level, despite the high US tariffs, commerce and industry minister Piyush Goyal said Friday. “This is India’s time. This country will not bow to...
India Negotiating Trade Deals with US, Other Nations: Goyal
Kashmir Observer
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August 8, 2025
Piyush Goyal – File Photo New Delhi– Commerce and Industry Minister Piyush Goyal on Friday said India is negotiating trade agreements with several countries, including the US, and stressed that many nations are keen to engage with New Delhi on the...
India negotiating multiple trade deals, including with US, confirms Piyush Goyal
Financial Express
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Commerce and Industry Minister Piyush Goyal on Friday said India is negotiating trade agreements with several countries, including the US, and stressed that many nations are keen to engage with New Delhi on the trade front. He also exuded...
India is negotiating trade agreements with US, several other countries: Goyal
Orissa Post
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August 8, 2025
New Delhi: Commerce and Industry Minister Piyush Goyal Friday said India is negotiating trade agreements with several countries, including the US, and stressed that many nations are keen to engage with New Delhi on the trade front. He also exuded...