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India Gazette
26-05-2025
- Business
- India Gazette
Vice President Jagdeep Dhankhar inaugurates 3-day 'Krishi Udyog Samagam 2025' in MP's Narsinghpur
Narsinghpur (Madhya Pradesh) [India], May 26 (ANI): Vice President of India Jagdeep Dhankar inaugurated a three-day 'Krishi Udyog Samagam 2025 in Madhya Pradesh's Narsinghpur district on Monday. Vice President Dhankar also performed the bhoomi pujan of and inauguration of various development works worth around Rs 116 crore at the event. Madhya Pradesh Governor Mangubhai Patel, Chief Minister Mohan Yadav and various state cabinet ministers also graced the occasion. Vice President Dhankhar along with Governor Mangubhai Patel and CM Yadav also planted a sapling under the 'Ek Ped Maa ke Naam' campaign at the Sammelan program. Addressing the occasion, CM Yadav remembered former PM late Atal Bihari Vajpayee's dream about Ken-Betwa river and said that with the blessings of Prime Minister Narendra Modi, the Ken-Betwa river linking project was inaugurated and was receiving funds from the central government for the project. 'Bharat Ratna Atal Bihari Vajpayee's 100th birth centenary is going on. He had dreamed of the Ken Betwa river. I am delighted that with the blessings of the Prime Minister, we are getting a sum of Rs 1 lakh crore for our entire Bundelkhand and Ken Betwa River Link Project... Similarly, another river link project, the Parvati-Kalisindh-Chambal link project, is also going on with the Rajasthan government... There is also a third river link project. We signed an MoU with the Maharashtra government to link Tapti River... With this, we will become the citizens of the state of the world's three big rivers linking projects...,' CM Yadav said. According to an official release, Krishi Udyog Samagam 2025 aims to link Madhya Pradesh's agriculture-based economy with processing and value addition, thereby opening new avenues for investment, innovation, and job creation. Madhya Pradesh is increasingly becoming a national hub for agriculture--from wheat, pulses, and oilseeds to dairy and agri-tech. Narsinghpur's Tur (Pigeon Pea) Dal has been recognized as the state's identity under the 'One District, One Product' scheme, marking a strong step toward linking local products with global markets. The event will serve as a powerful example of transforming policy announcements into grassroots implementation and socio-economic change. It will conclude on May 28. Additionally, an Agri-Horti Expo will showcase modern agricultural tools, drones, AI-based equipment, polyhouses, organic and nano fertilizers, dairy and cow-shed products, and water-based farming models at the samagam venue. Live demonstrations of natural and organic farming techniques will also be held. Lectures on farming, food processing, and export will be organized. Furthermore, networking sessions and seminars will be held for farmers, FPOs, and exporters, where experts will provide technical knowledge and consultation. Over 90 stalls based on agricultural innovations will be set up by eight different departments, offering farmers information on modern technologies and government schemes. (ANI)
The Star
07-05-2025
- Business
- The Star
Fewer Spaniards visiting U.S. over Trump's policies, says tourism expert
BARCELONA, Spain, May 7 (Xinhua) -- Catiana Tur, manager of the Corporate Association of Specialized Travel Agencies (ACAVE), attributed the recent decline in the number of Spaniards visiting the United States (U.S.) partly to the political uncertainty surrounding U.S. President Donald Trump's policies. According to Tur, who represents one of Spain's leading tourism organizations comprising 450 travel agencies, the aggressive stance of the U.S. administration is prompting many travelers to opt for alternative holiday destinations. "Tourism is highly sensitive to any news, and the news we're seeing daily in the press appears to be contributing to a noticeable decline in travel to the United States," she told Xinhua on Wednesday. In a report on the Easter holiday at the end of last month, the Spanish tourism board (Mesa del Turismo) estimated that trips by Spaniards to the United States dropped by 15 percent due to the geopolitical situation, despite the favorable euro-dollar exchange rate for European tourists. Tur emphasized that while news related to a specific destination can influence travelers' choices, "it's important to note that people are still traveling - they're just choosing other destinations." The Mesa del Turismo noted that while traditional European capitals remained the most visited international destinations by Spaniards over Easter, emerging markets such as Colombia and Mexico in Latin America, and China, Japan, and South Korea in Asia, are gaining popularity. "Asian destinations have experienced some of the highest growth over the past year. There is a growing preference among Spanish travelers to visit these countries, and it's also worth noting that air connectivity with Asia has improved significantly," Tur said. According to a recent survey by the holiday commerce platform SiteMinder, approximately 70 percent of Spaniards said they plan to travel abroad in 2025 - a seven-point increase compared to the previous year.
Economic Key
27-02-2025
- Business
- Economic Key
Reportage Properties launches exclusive Ramadan offer: '—'Buy One, Get One Free'
In an unprecedented move in Egypt real estate market, Reportage Properties has announced a game-changing offer for its flagship project, Montenapoleone in Mostakbal City, during the holy month of Ramadan. This exclusive offer gives customers the opportunity to own two residential units for the price of one—'Buy One, Get One Free.' Eslam Hammam, Regional Chief Commercial Officer at Reportage Properties, stated that the offer is designed to fulfill the aspirations of investors and families looking for fully finished homes at highly competitive prices, with no additional costs. This exclusive promotion enables buyers to maximize their investment or acquire an extra unit for personal use or investment purposes. The offer features a premium selection of residential units in various sizes to suit all customer needs, including townhouses, apartments of different dimensions, as well as duplex and simplex units. At Reportage Properties, customers are regarded as success partners, and the company remains dedicated to delivering top-tier projects with flexible payment plans and installment options extending up to 10 years. Hammam further highlighted that the company is introducing a new lifestyle concept in Egypt through the architectural designs of the Montenapoleone project, which has received significant interest and success among customers. He pointed out that major real estate companies in Egypt have started adopting similar architectural designs for residential units in their projects, demonstrating the growing appeal of this innovative approach. Hammam announced the launch of a newly designed townhouse model, starting at 225 sqm, crafted to provide a distinctive residential experience tailored to modern family needs. He disclosed that the first and second phases of the project have been fully sold out, with around 40% of the third phase already purchased. To date, 67% of the units have been acquired by Egyptians, while 33% have been sold to foreigners, Arabs, and Egyptians living abroad. Montenapoleone, developed by Reportage Properties, offers an exceptional residential experience that blends the charm of Italian design with a modern lifestyle in Mostakbal City, the heart of New Cairo. Inspired by Milan's iconic fashion district, the project reimagines luxury living with a touch of Italian elegance. The project spans over 465,000 sqm (111 acres), comprising a total of 4,524 residential units, including apartments and townhouses. The elegant architectural design harmonizes with vast green spaces, which make up 62% of the total area, creating a serene and comfortable living environment. Montenapoleone offers a fully integrated lifestyle with a diverse range of upscale retail stores, fine dining restaurants, and various entertainment facilities, ensuring a unique living experience that blends luxury, comfort, and convenience. Reportage Properties is a leading real estate developer based in the UAE, with projects and branches in Egypt, Saudi Arabia, Turkey, Russia, and various countries across Africa, Europe, and Asia. With more than 16 branches and over 50 projects worldwide, the company is actively expanding into new markets by the end of this year, reinforcing its commitment to delivering added value and maintaining leadership in the global real estate sector. ظهرت المقالة Reportage Properties launches exclusive Ramadan offer: '—'Buy One, Get One Free' أولاً على المفتاح الاقتصادي.
Yahoo
15-02-2025
- Politics
- Yahoo
Foreign bribes, cheap flights: What is Eric Adams accused of?
US prosecutors have filed a motion to drop charges against New York City Eric Adams that accused him of bribery and fraud as part of a "long-running" scheme to enrich himself while working with foreign officials. The request to drop the charges will require approval by a judge. Adams is alleged to have accepted illegal gifts worth over $100,000 (£75,000) from Turkish citizens and at least one government official. Adams, a former police captain, denied any wrongdoing and pleaded not guilty. Here's what we know. In early February, an order from acting deputy attorney general Emil Bove, who was appointed by Donald Trump, said the indictment had "restricted" the mayor's ability to address "illegal immigration and violent crime" in the city. Bove ordered local federal prosecutors to drop the charges, triggering a backlash from the group of seasoned lawyers who issued statements opposing the move. More than half a dozen prosecutors said they would refuse the order, because the justice department had not provided sufficient legal justification to drop the charges. Who is Danielle Sassoon, prosecutor who quit in protest from Trump justice department? According to Reuters, the acting deputy called the prosecutors into a room on 14 February and threatened to fire anyone who did not execute the order. "No system of ordered liberty can allow the Government to use the carrot of dismissing charges, or the stick of threatening to bring them again, to induce an elected official to support its policy objectives," one prosecutor, Hagan Scotten, wrote in a resignation letter. "If no lawyer within earshot of the President is willing to give him that advice, then I expect you will eventually find someone who is enough of a fool, or enough of a coward, to file your motion," he continued. Another prosecutor who quit over the order, Danielle Sassoon, said Adams' lawyers had met justice department officials and asked for a "quid pro quo", saying the New York City mayor could help enforce Trump's immigration policies if the case against him was dismissed. Adams denied her claim, telling Fox News that she was accusing him of "a crime". Eric Adams is facing five separate criminal counts, including "conspiracy to commit wire fraud, federal program bribery, and to receive campaign contributions by foreign nationals", wire fraud, two counts of solicitation of a contribution by a foreign national and bribery. According to the 57-page indictment, Adams is alleged to have accepted more than $100,000 in luxury travel - including hotel stays, lavish meals and airline upgrades - from Turkish nationals beginning in 2016, when he still served as president of the New York borough of Brooklyn. In one instance, for example, Adams is alleged to have received a "heavily discounted" stay at the "Bentley Room" of Istanbul's St Regis hotel, paying $600 for a two-day visit that was valued at approximately $7,000. Additionally, Adams is alleged to have sought out campaign contributions from Turkish sources for his 2021 mayoral election campaign. None of this was publicly declared, and prosecutors claimed Adams used "straw donors" to hide the sources of the money, and at times created "fake paper trails" that suggested he paid, or intended to pay, for the gifts. One of the charges in the indictment - wire fraud - stems from allegations that Adams devised a scheme to obtain money "by making false and fraudulent pretences" in his dealings. Specifically, prosecutors claim that the money Adams obtained from Turkey allowed him to qualify for a public financing programme that provides eligible political candidates with funds to match donations from New York City residents. As part of the initiative, known as the Matching Funds Program, candidates are prohibited from accepting contributions from people who are not US citizens or lawful residents, as well as corporations and foreign entities and organisations. According to the justice department filing, Adams fraudulently obtained as much as $2,000 in public funds for each illegal contribution. In exchange for the campaign contributions and lavish travel, Adams is alleged to have responded to a variety of concerns from Turkish nationals and at least one government official. In 2016, for example, the indictment claimed that Adams was told that he would cut ties with a Turkish community centre in Brooklyn after a Turkish official told him it was affiliated with a group "hostile" to Turkey's government. That Turkish official also reportedly told him that he could no longer associate with the centre if he wished to keep receiving "support" from Turkey's government. In another instance in 2021, prosecutors alleged that Adams - at the behest of a Turkish diplomat - also pressured an official from New York's fire department to help make sure the new Turkish consular building in the city was ready for a visit from Turkey's president - without a fire inspection. The fire department official responsible for the assessment of the skyscraper consulate building was told he would lose his job if he failed to approve the building, prosecutors alleged. In that instance, the indictment claims that a Turkish official told Adams it was "his turn to repay" him. "After Adams intervened, the skyscraper opened as requested by the Turkish official," the indictment says. Adams has denied these claims, saying: "I know I don't take money from foreign donors." In theory, Adams is facing a lengthy prison sentence for the charges. The wire fraud count alone carries a maximum sentence of 20 years, while both counts of soliciting campaign contributions from foreign nationals each carry a maximum sentence of five years. The bribery charge carries a maximum charge of 10 years in prison. The remaining charge, "conspiracy to commit wire fraud, federal program bribery, and to receive campaign contributions by foreign nationals" carries with it a maximum sentence of five years. In the shorter-term, the charges could still imperil Adams' political future ahead of his 2025 re-election bid. The governor of New York state, Kathy Hochul, has the power to remove Adams from office. While she has not said she would take such action, she also indicated on Friday she hasn't entirely ruled it out. Seven attorneys resign after order to drop Eric Adams criminal case Who is Danielle Sassoon, prosecutor who quit in protest from Trump justice department? 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