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Times of Oman
03-08-2025
- Entertainment
- Times of Oman
Over 20,000 visitors explore India's grandeur at World Expo 2025 Osaka
Osaka: The India Pavilion-Bharat at the World Expo 2025 Osaka attracted over 20,000 visitors on Saturday, as people came to witness the richness of India's cultural heritage, space achievements, and handicrafts, among several other experiences offered at the pavilion. The details were shared by the Indian Trade Promotion Organisation (ITPO) and the Embassy of India in Japan through a series of posts on X. As per the Indian Trade Promotion Organisation (ITPO), on Saturday alone, the India Pavilion drew over 23,000 visitors who were enthralled by witnessing the wonders of India's scientific innovations to the serenity of yoga and the richness of our cultural heritage, visitors experience many dimensions of Bharat under one roof. The Pavilion was also visited by Dr HC Nik Gugger, member of the Swiss National Council and President of the Swiss-India Parliamentarian group, along with his family. The Indian Embassy in Japan shared that the visitors immersed themselves in the enchanting blend of India's culture, innovation, and timeless wellness. It mentioned how the visitors experienced a calming evening yoga session-- embracing India's age-old journey towards holistic wellness, balance, and inner tranquillity. In a unique zone named, 'Chandrayaan Zone', the visitors were left fascinated with India's pioneering achievements in space exploration and its trailblazing lunar missions. The One District One Product Zone showcased Walnut Wood Carving from the state of Jammu & Kashmir, Silver Filigree (Tarakashi Art) from Cuttack in the State of Odisha. Previously, cultural performances such as Kathak to a Bollywood dance performance had bewitched the visitors. "A spellbinding Kathak performance by Nalini Toshniwal and Ruchika Dance Academy enthralled visitors at the India Pavilion - Bharat - at Osaka Expo", the Embassy said. India and Japan share a 'Special Strategic and Global Partnership'. The friendship between the two countries has a long history rooted in spiritual affinity and strong cultural and civilizational ties.
Business Standard
31-07-2025
- Business
- Business Standard
ITPO and Fairfest Media Sign MoU to Co-Organize Municipalika 2026
PRNewswire New Delhi [India], July 31: In a landmark collaboration, India Trade Promotion Organisation (ITPO) and Fairfest Media Ltd., the organisers of Municipalika, signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) today to co-organise Municipalika 2026, the 18th edition of India's premier international conference and exhibition on Safe, Smart, and Sustainable City Solutions. India's Premier International Conference and Exhibition on Safe, Smart, and Sustainable City Solutions returns to Bharat Mandapam, New Delhi, from 16 to 18 February 2026. The prestigious event is scheduled to take place from 16th to 18th February 2026 at Bharat Mandapam, New Delhi, India's iconic convention and exhibition venue. This marks a proud homecoming, as Municipalika returns to Bharat Mandapam, where it began its journey in 2003. The milestone MoU also opens up wonderful opportunities for deeper collaboration between ITPO and Fairfest Media in the years to come. Municipalika is much more than just an exhibition -- it is India's most influential national platform for urban transformation, where the country's top minds and changemakers converge. It features an expansive international exhibition, a power-packed multi-track conference, high-impact B2B meetings, prestigious awards celebrating innovation and excellence in urban development, the much-anticipated visionary address by leading policymakers, and the exclusive City Leaders Conclave uniting mayors, municipal commissioners, and civic leaders from across India and the globe. Municipalika has been a pioneering force in the sustainable urban development space for over two decades, having hosted 17 successful editions in major cities including Mumbai, Hyderabad, Bengaluru, Chennai, Jaipur, Ahmedabad, and Kolkata. Over the years, it has brought together more than 2,000 exhibitors, over 50,000 urban development stakeholders, delegates from 25 states and 10+ countries, and 1,000+ cities and towns, including mayors, municipal commissioners, smart city CEOs, and thousands of municipal officials and urban experts. The platform has continuously catalysed dialogue, innovation, and action in areas like sustainable urban infrastructure development, housing, sanitation, solid waste, water and wastewater, e-governance, urban mobility, etc. Its track record makes it one of the most impactful and trusted events in India's urban transformation journey. The MoU was signed by the Officer on Special Duty (Admn.)/General Manager (Fair Service Division-II) from ITPO and Fairfest Media in the presence of representatives from both organisations. This collaboration marks a significant step towards furthering the Government of India's mission of Viksit Bharat by promoting sustainable urban development, innovation in municipal services, and inclusive urban planning. Speaking on the occasion, representatives from ITPO and Fairfest Media expressed their joint commitment to making Municipalika 2026 the largest and most impactful edition yet. With ITPO onboard as a co-organiser, the event is expected to witness enhanced national and international participation, extensive government and industry collaboration, and greater visibility across urban development sectors. Municipalika 2026 will be co-located with three major concurrent events: * CAPEX - Construction, Architecture, Planning, and Engineering Expo, focused on showcasing cutting-edge construction technologies, infrastructure innovations, and smart engineering solutions. * Public Works Expo, focusing on roads, highways, public infrastructure, utilities, and civic services delivered by Public Works Departments across India. * Bharat Rural Expo, dedicated to rural transformation, innovations in infrastructure, sanitation, housing, clean energy, and digital services in India's villages and small towns. Together, these co-located events will create a comprehensive platform to address urban, rural, and rurban development challenges, foster public-private partnerships, and showcase India's progress toward building sustainable, inclusive, and future-ready cities and communities. Municipalika 2026 will bring together key decision-makers from central and state governments, municipal bodies, urban local governments, urban planners, architects, engineers, innovators, technology providers, diplomats, and global thought leaders to deliberate on integrated urban solutions. About Fairfest Media Limited: Founded in 1989, Fairfest Media Ltd. is the leading travel trade show organiser. Fairfest's events are attended by business professionals from over 80 countries, and its clientele includes governments of over 60 countries and all Indian states. Through its impactful events, Fairfest Media continues to provide effective platforms for doing business in one of the fastest-growing markets in the world -- India. About ITPO: India Trade Promotion Organisation (ITPO), the premier trade promotion enterprise of the Ministry of Commerce & Industry, Government of India, is committed to showcasing excellence achieved by the country in diverse fields, especially trade and commerce. Its mission is to promote, facilitate, encourage, and coordinate various activities and programs to enhance India's share of exports. ITPO provides a wide spectrum of services to trade and industry and acts as a catalyst for the growth of India's trade and commerce. Significantly, grown with every business event in stature and dimension, Bharat Mandapam, the headquarters of the ITPO, is considered a symbol of the 'Modern Fair Culture' in the South Asia region. ITPO manages India's world-class exhibition complex, which is constantly upgraded to keep it in a high standard of readiness.
Yahoo
31-07-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
ITPO and Fairfest Media Sign MoU to Co-Organize Municipalika 2026
India's Premier International Conference and Exhibition on Safe, Smart, and Sustainable City Solutions returns to Bharat Mandapam, New Delhi, from 16 to 18 February 2026 NEW DELHI, July 31, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- In a landmark collaboration, India Trade Promotion Organisation (ITPO) and Fairfest Media Ltd., the organisers of Municipalika, signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) today to co-organise Municipalika 2026, the 18th edition of India's premier international conference and exhibition on Safe, Smart, and Sustainable City Solutions. The prestigious event is scheduled to take place from 16th to 18th February 2026 at Bharat Mandapam, New Delhi, India's iconic convention and exhibition venue. This marks a proud homecoming, as Municipalika returns to Bharat Mandapam, where it began its journey in 2003. The milestone MoU also opens up wonderful opportunities for deeper collaboration between ITPO and Fairfest Media in the years to come. Municipalika is much more than just an exhibition — it is India's most influential national platform for urban transformation, where the country's top minds and changemakers converge. It features an expansive international exhibition, a power-packed multi-track conference, high-impact B2B meetings, prestigious awards celebrating innovation and excellence in urban development, the much-anticipated visionary address by leading policymakers, and the exclusive City Leaders Conclave uniting mayors, municipal commissioners, and civic leaders from across India and the globe. Municipalika has been a pioneering force in the sustainable urban development space for over two decades, having hosted 17 successful editions in major cities including Mumbai, Hyderabad, Bengaluru, Chennai, Jaipur, Ahmedabad, and Kolkata. Over the years, it has brought together more than 2,000 exhibitors, over 50,000 urban development stakeholders, delegates from 25 states and 10+ countries, and 1,000+ cities and towns, including mayors, municipal commissioners, smart city CEOs, and thousands of municipal officials and urban experts. The platform has continuously catalysed dialogue, innovation, and action in areas like sustainable urban infrastructure development, housing, sanitation, solid waste, water and wastewater, e-governance, urban mobility, etc. Its track record makes it one of the most impactful and trusted events in India's urban transformation journey. The MoU was signed by the Officer on Special Duty (Admn.)/General Manager (Fair Service Division-II) from ITPO and Fairfest Media in the presence of representatives from both organisations. This collaboration marks a significant step towards furthering the Government of India's mission of Viksit Bharat by promoting sustainable urban development, innovation in municipal services, and inclusive urban planning. Speaking on the occasion, representatives from ITPO and Fairfest Media expressed their joint commitment to making Municipalika 2026 the largest and most impactful edition yet. With ITPO onboard as a co-organiser, the event is expected to witness enhanced national and international participation, extensive government and industry collaboration, and greater visibility across urban development sectors. Municipalika 2026 will be co-located with three major concurrent events: CAPEX – Construction, Architecture, Planning, and Engineering Expo, focused on showcasing cutting-edge construction technologies, infrastructure innovations, and smart engineering solutions. Public Works Expo, focusing on roads, highways, public infrastructure, utilities, and civic services delivered by Public Works Departments across India. Bharat Rural Expo, dedicated to rural transformation, innovations in infrastructure, sanitation, housing, clean energy, and digital services in India's villages and small towns. Together, these co-located events will create a comprehensive platform to address urban, rural, and rurban development challenges, foster public-private partnerships, and showcase India's progress toward building sustainable, inclusive, and future-ready cities and communities. Municipalika 2026 will bring together key decision-makers from central and state governments, municipal bodies, urban local governments, urban planners, architects, engineers, innovators, technology providers, diplomats, and global thought leaders to deliberate on integrated urban solutions. About Fairfest Media Limited: Founded in 1989, Fairfest Media Ltd. is the leading travel trade show organiser. Fairfest's events are attended by business professionals from over 80 countries, and its clientele includes governments of over 60 countries and all Indian states. Through its impactful events, Fairfest Media continues to provide effective platforms for doing business in one of the fastest-growing markets in the world — India. About ITPO: India Trade Promotion Organisation (ITPO), the premier trade promotion enterprise of the Ministry of Commerce & Industry, Government of India, is committed to showcasing excellence achieved by the country in diverse fields, especially trade and commerce. Its mission is to promote, facilitate, encourage, and coordinate various activities and programs to enhance India's share of exports. ITPO provides a wide spectrum of services to trade and industry and acts as a catalyst for the growth of India's trade and commerce. Significantly, grown with every business event in stature and dimension, Bharat Mandapam, the headquarters of the ITPO, is considered a symbol of the 'Modern Fair Culture' in the South Asia region. ITPO manages India's world-class exhibition complex, which is constantly upgraded to keep it in a high standard of readiness. Website link: Photo: View original content to download multimedia: Error in retrieving data Sign in to access your portfolio Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data
New Indian Express
22-07-2025
- Business
- New Indian Express
Delhi government proposes boost to hospitality sector in draft industrial policy
NEW DELHI: In a bid to position Delhi as a global hub for business and leisure tourism, the Delhi government's draft Industrial Policy 2025-35 has proposed targeted interventions to strengthen the city's hospitality sector. These include increasing hotel room availability near key locations in the national capital like ITPO at Pragati Maidan and Yashobhoomi in Dwarka. The draft, released for public feedback by the Industries Department, identifies three focus sectors including Frontier tech services, research & development and hospitality (excluding tourism), that are expected to drive the capital's economic growth while addressing land scarcity and sustainability concerns. To support Frontier tech services such as AI, Big Data, Gaming, Biotech, and IT & ITeS, the government has proposed major fiscal incentives. These include 50% capital investment reimbursement (up to Rs 50 crore), 6% annual interest subsidy for five years, full reimbursement of patent filing costs up to Rs 5 lakh per patent and a Rs 400 crore venture capital fund. Additionally, a 100% NET SGST reimbursement for five years and a 50% exemption on interstate power wheeling and transmission charges are proposed. The policy acknowledges the space crunch in commercial real estate and proposes developing Plug & Play IT Parks and Global Capability Centres in Baprola, Ranikhera, and Kanjhawala through PPP models. It also plans to ease regulatory norms to make Delhi more conducive to restaurants and nightlife by streamlining compliance and adopting a 'reasonable' alcohol policy.
Time of India
28-04-2025
- Health
- Time of India
Disability rights activist questions accessibility at Bharat Mandapam
New Delhi: Bharat Mandapam found itself under scrutiny during the World Health Summit 2025 . Disability rights activist Dr Satendra Singh , who attended the event held on April 25-27, expressed serious concerns about the convention venue's accessibility, pointing out navigation was difficult for persons with disabilities. Tired of too many ads? go ad free now In his twin complaints to India Trade Promotion Organisation (ITPO) and the Department of Empowerment for Persons with Disabilities (DEPD), Singh highlighted the several drawbacks. The complaint reads, "Despite its recent inauguration on 26 July 2023, and its projection as a 'world-class' venue during the G20 Summit and now the World Health Summit Regional Meeting 2025, Bharat Mandapam is riddled with accessibility failures. Lifts are inaccessible with steps leading to them and no proper ramps or hand railings, forcing persons with disabilities to either struggle dangerously or search for alternative routes." The complaint adds, "Ramps (where available) are non-compliant as there are improper gradients, single-side railing, lack of tactile markings, and poor flooring standards, severely restricting independent mobility. Accessible washrooms were locked, or when open, lacked functional locking mechanisms, compromising privacy and dignity. Auditorium designs did not provide any reserved wheelchair seating or stage access for speakers with disabilities." Singh shared some images on X, one showing a lift near the parking lot that was inaccessible because of a set of seven steps, another of locked toilets meant for disabled speakers. The railings on the ramps, he added, were neither bilateral nor continuous, falling short of the mandated 1:12 gradient and dual, insulated railings. Tired of too many ads? go ad free now Singh recounted to TOI how he parked near the accessible lift area as directed by the security guard. "However, there was no ramp, only steps. When I asked for help, the staff present shrugged and told me to check elsewhere. A second lift had a ramp, but it lacked railings and had an uneven surface. And a speaker with a disability had simply no way to access the stage," he claimed. The experience also triggered concerns about legal compliance. In his complaint, Singh pointed out that under Section 44(1) of the Rights of Persons with Disabilities Act, 2016, no establishment could be granted permission to build unless the building plan adhered to accessibility norms. Under Section 40(2), no completion certificate or occupation permission could be issued unless accessibility standards were fully met and under Section 45(1), the deadline to retrofit and make existing infrastructure accessible expired on June 14, 2022. "Thus, Bharat Mandapam, inaugurated post-deadline, violates these sections of the Act. "Further, as mandated under Section 45(2), ITPO should have formulated and published an accessibility action plan, but there is no evidence of such a plan on-site or on the ITPO website," said Singh. Officials of ITPO insisted that Bharat Mandapam was fully equipped with accessibility requirements. Speaking anonymously, an official said that ramps, lifts and disabled-friendly washrooms were available throughout the complex, and a single incident should not cast doubt on the venue's infrastructure with regard to accessibility. The official pointed out that entry points to the convention centre, like those from the south or east plazas, did indeed have ramps, and lifts connected all the floors at the convention venue. "As for the stage," the official said, "there are temporary stairs. If any person with disability is featured to be onstage, a temporary ramp is placed for that person."
