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1.Singapore Airlines gets FDI nod for Vistara-Air India merger from government.Singapore Airlines on Friday (August 30, 2024) said it has received approval from the Indian government for the foreign direct investment (FDI) as part of the proposed merger of Vistara with Air India, a deal that will create one of the world's largest airline groups.With the clearance in place, the merger that will see Singapore Airlines acquiring a 25.1% stake in Air India, is expected to be completed by the end of this year.

https://www.thehindu.com/business/Industry/singapore-airlines-gets-fdi-nod-for-vistara-air-india-merger-from-government/article68584216.ece

2.U.S. national security adviser talks with a top Chinese military official in Beijing.-United States National Security Adviser Jake Sullivan met Thursday (August 29, 2024) with a top Chinese military official as the two countries strengthen communication in an effort to prevent differences over the South China Sea and Taiwan from spiralling into conflict.

https://www.thehindu.com/news/international/us-national-security-adviser-talks-with-a-top-chinese-military-official-in-beijing/article68580076.ece 

Indian Students Protest Against Canadian 3.Government Over Deportation Fears.-Hundreds of Indian student graduates have staged protests against a new federal policy in Canada that puts them at risk of getting deported from the country. Many international students, particularly those from India, dream of moving to the North American country in hopes of building a better life, but the announced immigration policy changes have left the future of more than 70,000 student graduates in uncertainty.

https://www.ndtv.com/world-news/indian-students-in-canada-face-deportation-after-policy-change-6429289

4.PM Modi to attend Global Fintech Fest 2024; launch various projects in Maharashtra.-Prime Minister Narendra Modi will visit Maharashtra’s Mumbai and Palghar district on Friday (August 30, 2024) to participate in Global Fintech Fest (GFF) 2024 and lay the foundation stone at Vadhvan Port and other infrastructure projects in Palghar.

https://www.thehindu.com/news/national/prime-minister-narendra-modi-in-maharashtra-on-august-30-2024/article68582101.ece

5.More rain likely in Gujarat, IMD predicts cyclonic storm Asna.-Monsoon has been unusually active over northwest India in the month of August and this pattern of rainfall is expected to continue in the first week of September, meteorologists said on Thursday predicting extremely heavy rainfall in parts of rain-battered Gujarat at least till Friday.

https://www.hindustantimes.com/india-news/more-rain-likely-in-gujarat-imd-predicts-cyclonic-storm-asna-101724956709054.html

6.Cyclone to form in Arabian Sea on Aug 30, first August storm since 1964.-The India Meteorological Department (IMD) announced on Thursday that a cyclone is expected to form over the northern Arabian Sea, near the Gujarat coast, by Friday. However, it is highly unlikely that the cyclone will impact the Indian coastline. This is because the current deep depression over the Saurashtra-Kutch region is predicted to move away into the northern Arabian Sea by August 30.

https://www.business-standard.com/india-news/cyclone-to-form-in-arabian-sea-on-aug-30-first-august-storm-since-1964-124082900779_1.html

7.The Rise of Ecotourism: Transforming Traveler Mindsets and Reshaping the Hospitality Industry.-In recent years, ecotourism has emerged as a powerful force in shaping the mindsets of travelers. As awareness of environmental issues grows, more and more people are seeking travel experiences that not only rejuvenate but also contribute positively to the planet. This shift in consumer behavior is influencing the way the hospitality and tourism sectors operate, driving a movement towards sustainability and responsibility.

https://www.news18.com/lifestyle/the-rise-of-ecotourism-transforming-traveler-mindsets-and-reshaping-the-hospitality-industry-9032713.html

8.HostBooks transforms restaurant and food service management.- HostBooks announces the launch of HB F&B 360°, a cutting-edge solution designed to revolutionise restaurant and food service management. Unlike traditional software, HB F&B 360° provides a comprehensive platform that empowers businesses to optimise operations, control costs, and enhance customer experiences across multiple locations.


https://www.hotelierindia.com/business/hostbooks-transforms-restaurant-and-food-service-management

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