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Today's News Headlines.

1.Prime Minister Narendra Modi is set to visit Russia for the Brics Summit in Kazan on Tuesday, focusing on economic cooperation and other key issues within the Brics framework. Indian Ambassador to Russia, Vinay Kumar, highlighted India's commitment to this cooperation, noting its foundational role.

https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/india/pm-modi-leaves-for-russia-to-attend-brics-summit-full-schedule/articleshow/114443967.cms

2.NDTV proudly presents its flagship event, NDTV World Summit 2024 - The India Century, where Prime Minister Narendra Modi spoke at the inaugural session - The India Century. In his keynote address, PM Modi spoke about why the 21st Century is 'The India Century' and how the country is growing rapidly and how investors from around the world are excited about India being the fastest-growing major economy.

https://www.ndtv.com/world-news/ndtv-world-summit-2024-india-century-live-updates-pm-narendra-modi-david-cameron-s-jaishankar-to-speak-6830644

3.A total of 85 Indian nationals recruited by the Russian military have been discharged so far and authorities are working for the release of another 20 citizens, foreign secretary Vikram Misri said on Monday. The discharge of the remaining Indians is expected to figure at a meeting between Prime Minister Narendra Modi and President Vladimir Putin at a meeting on the margins of the Brics Summit in the Russian city of Kazan on Tuesday.

https://www.hindustantimes.com/india-news/85-indians-discharged-from-russian-army-india-working-for-release-of-20-more-101729523715856.html

4.Climate activist Sonam Wangchuk and others from Ladakh ended their hunger strike after 16 days on Monday (October 21, 2024) following an invitation from the Union Ministry of Home Affairs to resume dialogue with civil society leaders from the region.The Ministry has agreed to convene a meeting of the high-powered committee (HPC) led by Minister of State for Home Nityanand Rai on December 3.

https://www.thehindu.com/news/national/sonam-wangchuk-ends-hunger-strike-after-centres-invite-for-talks/article68779676.ece

5.More than 5,000 drones will take part in the Amaravati Drone Summit 2024, set to be held in the capital of Andhra Pradesh today. The two-day national summit, organised by the Andhra Pradesh Drone Corporation, will take place on October 22 and 23, aiming to create a platform for industry experts, researchers, students, and innovators.

https://www.ndtv.com/india-news/over-5-000-drones-to-participate-in-amaravati-drone-summit-2024-6843397

6.The University of Mumbai’s Centre for Distance and Online Education has updated the exam schedule for the 2024 online and distance learning exams. The exams, which were supposed to take place on November 19 and 20, will now take place on alternative days because of the assembly elections in Maharashtra.

https://www.news18.com/education-career/mumbai-university-online-and-distance-learning-exam-dates-2024-revised-know-schedule-9093170.html

7.Marriott International released its new comprehensive report, The Future of Food 2025, which highlights the transformative power of the Asia Pacific region in shaping global culinary and dining trends. With insights from more than 30 top chefs, mixologists, and industry insiders from the region, the report identifies 10 macro trends influencing the food and dining industry and the region’s impact on global gastronomy. 

https://www.hotelierindia.com/fb/asia-pacific-commands-37-8-share-of-the-global-market-in-culinary-tourism-reveals-marriott-internationals-the-future-of-food-2025-report

8.The third day of the FHRAI Hospitality Awards Convention saw some of the most influential voices in the tourism and hospitality sectors address key issues related to India’s growth story. Suman Billa, Additional Secretary, Ministry of Tourism, Government of India, delivered a compelling speech, shedding light on the transformative growth anticipated in the industry.

https://www.hotelierindia.com/operations/india-has-transformed-from-incredible-india-to-inevitable-india

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