​​Why Your City Needs a “Chief Tourist Happiness Officer” (And No, It’s Not Just a Fancy Title) ​

Vijay Raman

Image Credits: @{Luna}/Pinterest Author: Vivek V Kumar (MD, Lexicon World) is a marketing communications leader who has helped 100s of organisation enhance their reputation and bolster their sales with real world changes and messaging  How fixing the “Tourist Experience” actually fixes the city for the rest of us.  We’ve all seen it. A foreign traveller standing on a corner, looking confused at a map while dodging a chaotic swarm of honking rickshaws. Or a family from a neighbouring state trying to find a clean public toilet near a world-famous temple, only to be met with…

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₹33,500 Crore Development Projects launched for Delhi

Vijay Raman

In a major boost to regional connectivity, Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday inaugurated the remaining stretches of the Delhi-Meerut Namo Bharat Regional Rapid Transit System (RRTS) and flagged off the Meerut Metro, dedicating development projects worth approximately ₹12,930 crore to the nation. The event, held at the Shatabdi Nagar station in Meerut, marks the complete operationalisation of India’s first RRTS corridor.   The 82-km Namo Bharat corridor now fully connects Delhi to Meerut, with the newly opened sections including the 5-km stretch between Sarai Kale Khan and New Ashok…

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​Dr. K. A. Paul Meets Ayatollah Ali Khamenei’s Representative in New Delhi, Urges Donald Trump and Benjamin Netanyahu for Immediate 72-Hour Ceasefire

Vijay Raman

In a dramatic diplomatic development aimed at preventing a wider Middle East conflict, renowned international peace activist Dr. K. A. Paul, President of the Global Peace Initiative, held a crucial high-level peace meeting at 1 PM today in New Delhi with the official representative of Grand Ayatollah Ali Khamenei. The meeting focused on urgent steps to de-escalate the rapidly intensifying tensions involving Iran, Israel, and the United States, with Dr. Paul strongly advocating for immediate diplomatic intervention to avert a catastrophic war. During the meeting, Dr. Paul made a powerful…

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​Purple Ride rally promotes preventive healthcare for women

Vijay Raman

Marking International Women’s Day, the fourth edition of the Purple Ride — a motorcycle rally aimed at promoting women’s preventive healthcare — was held in the city on Saturday in collaboration with Apollo Hospitals.The rally, founded by Dr. Roshan Reddy Nadikattu, brought together over 1,000 motorcyclists who rode through the city to spread awareness on the importance of early health screening and preventive care for women. The ride began at Apollo Hospitals, Jubilee Hills, and was flagged off by Dr. Sangita Reddy, Joint Managing Director of Apollo Hospitals. The rally…

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​Women Learn the Art of Staying Fit on Women’s Day

Vijay Raman

The morning began with fitness activities, health awareness and interaction with experts Women enthusiastically participated at the Model Town unit and availed free health check-ups and consultations On the occasion of International Women’s Day, a special health and wellness program for women was organized on Sunday morning at the Model Town unit of Yatharth Super Speciality Hospital. A large number of women participated in the event with great enthusiasm. During the program, doctors and experts encouraged women to stay aware of their health, undergo regular health check-ups, and adopt a…

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CARE Hospitals, Visakhapatnam Organises Walkathon to Celebrate International Women’s Day

Vijay Raman

(Restoring Joints to Reclaim Freedom)   ·         Over 150 women participated, including former patients who had undergone Robotic assisted knee replacement surgery at CARE Hospitals   On the occasion of International Women’s Day, CARE Hospitals, Visakhapatnam organised a special walkathon featuring women who had undergone knee replacement surgery. The initiative was aimed at promoting women’s health, resilience, and the importance of leading an active lifestyle. International Women’s Day is observed every year on March 8 to recognise the achievements of women and to raise awareness about women’s empowerment, equality, and…

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Indira IVF Launches New Fertility Centre in Chhindwara

Vijay Raman

Indira IVF, India's leading IVF chain, today announced the inauguration of its new fertility centre in Chhindwara. The launch marks a significant step towards strengthening access to organised, technology-enabled fertility care in the region. The centre, located at 2nd Floor, near Shasti Mata Mandir, Ward No.-43, Parasia Road, Beside HP Petrol Pump, Chhindwara, Madhya Pradesh, 480001, will offer a comprehensive range of fertility and assisted reproductive services supported by Indira IVF's standardised clinical protocols and laboratory systems. The inauguration ceremony was graced by Dr. Alpana Shukla, President, IMA – Chhindwara,…

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Dr. K. A. Paul hosted today by the Iranian representative Dr Abdul Majid Hakeem Ilahiand and the Iranian Ambassdor  in New Delhi, Calls for Immediate Ceasefire and 72-Hour Window for Peace Talks

Vijay Raman

# Says Iran finally agreed to give peace a chance; proposes Delhi, Istanbul and Washington DC as venues for dialogue between Iran, Israel and the United States International peace advocate and President of the Global Peace Initiative, Dr. K. A. Paul, on Friday met Dr Abdul Majid Hakeem Ilahi, representative of late Ayatollah Khamenei’s and Iranian Ambassador Mohammed Fathali in New Delhi and called for an immediate ceasefire amid escalating tensions in the Middle East. The meeting was held at the Iranian Culture House on Tilak Marg at 2.25 PM…

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5,100+ Women Staff Posted at Toll Booths on National Highways

Vijay Raman

To promote women’s empowerment and inclusivity in toll operations, the National Highways Authority of India (NHAI) has deployed more than 5,100 female staff during day shifts to manage toll booths at over 1,140 toll plazas across the National Highways and Expressway network in the country.   The initiative aims to enhance the overall user experience for highway commuters by creating a more efficient, empathetic, and user-friendly environment at toll plazas. The presence of women staff in frontline roles is also expected to reduce disputes and improve service delivery during toll…

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Railways Earn ₹14,571 Crore Freight Revenue in February 26

Vijay Raman

Indian Railways continues to play a crucial role in supporting the country’s economic activity by ensuring efficient transportation of essential commodities such as coal, steel, fertilizers, cement, food grains and containers. Freight operations in February 2026 recorded steady growth compared with the same period last year, reflecting the sustained demand for rail-based logistics across sectors.   During February 2026, Indian Railways carried 137.72 million tonnes of freight, registering a 3.96% increase compared to 132.48 million tonnes in February 2025. Freight revenue during the month stood at ₹14,571.99 crore, up from…

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