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Jan 25, 2023
Kathmandu (Nepal), Jan 25 (ANI): The Indian Embassy in Kathmandu on Tuesday organised India-Nepal Startup Connect to bring together the start-up ecosystems of the two countries in association with the Confederation of Nepalese Industries Young Entrepreneurs Forum (CNIYEF). The event focused on fostering connections between India and Nepal's startup ecosystems. The event celebrated 75 years of India-Nepal diplomatic relations as well as 75 years of India's independence. The Governor of Nepal, Rastra Bank Maha Prasad Adhikari, was the chief guest at the event. Addressing the inaugural session, the Ambassador of India to Nepal, Naveen Srivastava highlighted India's G20 Presidency and Nepal's participation in the Finance Track of the G20 during India's presidency. During the event, Governor of Rastra Bank Maha Prasad Adhikari elaborated on the theme of "Digital Nepal" and spoke about 2023 being Nepal's "Digital PaymentPromotionYear."Crossborder payments and QR payments were mentioned as potential areas for cooperation as he urged stronger fintech cooperation between India and Nepal. The Startup India scheme was launched on January 16, 2016, and has supported more than 4200 startups in India through its Seed Fund. CEO of Paynearby Anand Bajaj gave an overview of how the fintech sector in India has evolved with support from the government, regulators, and industry.
Jan 23, 2023
Indian embassy in Kathmandu organises ‘Run for LiFE’ marathon in Nepal
Kathmandu (Nepal), Jan 22 (ANI): The Indian embassy in Kathmandu organised a marathon at the Pashupatinath Temple Complex in Kathmandu, Nepal on January 21. The marathon...
“We must be the closest, most trusted friend of India in decades ahead…” UK Minister Bilimoria
Jan 21, 2023
London (UK), Jan 21 (ANI): Eulogising India’s achievements and its vision for the next 25 years, British Parliamentarian Lord Karan Bilimoria on January 21 stressed the...
Russia puts efforts to conserve nature
Moscow (Russia), Jan 21, (ANI/TV BRICS): The bird house is collaboration between designers, engineers and ornithologists. The essence of the project is to create the most...
Japan's tourism regaining momentum
Tokyo (Japan), Jan 21 (ANI): Japan is a popular tourist destination around the world. Beautiful picturesque sceneries and architectural wonders such as Mt. Fuji and Kyoto...
People celebrates Japanese new year
Tokyo (Japan), Jan 21 (ANI): Japanese citizens have started thronging various shrines and temples as the Japanese New Year has officially begun. “Omikuji” are fortune telling...
Pakistan struggles to keep the lights on!
Jan 20, 2023
Markets, restaurants and wedding halls in Pakistan have been asked to shut their shops early.This is the latest austerity measure taken by the government to cut...
Hungry and cold, Afghanistan’s children are getting sick
Malnutrition and pollution have caused a massive increase in the number of children suffering from pneumonia in Afghanistan. Low income families, ever the more common, are...
Russia’s got ‘Welding Queen’
Moscow (Russia), Jan 20, (ANI/TV BRICS): Working on Rebar alloy and metallic geometry, Russian contemporary artist Alexandra has become a real 'welding queen' of Russia. The...
India’s engagement with Gulf region historic, says senior Omani editor
New Delhi (ANI) January 20, 2023: Be it Indian silk, spices or Information Technology, India’s growth in each sector is helping Oman and other GCC (Gulf...
Sri Lanka conveys ‘profound gratitude’ to PM Modi : Sri Lankan Foreign Minister to EAM Jaishankar
Colombo (Sri Lanka) January 20 (ANI): Sri Lankan Foreign Minister Ali Sabry on Friday conveyed Sri Lanka's profound gratitude to Prime Minister Narendra Modi, the Indian...
“We do not belong to Pakistan” says distressed Sindhis facing persecution
Jan 19, 2023
Islamabad (Pakistan) January 19 (ANI): World Sindhi Congress protested against the firing by Pakistan Rangers and police on a peaceful gathering in Sann, who had come...
“Want to see Pakistan in economically sustainable position…” says US as PAK nears bankruptcy
Washington DC (USA), January 19 (ANI): Pakistan’s economic condition is in the doldrums as inflation skyrocketing and the country’s forex reserves hit an eight-year low, the...
