Celebrating 550th birth anniversary of Guru Nanak… “I am neither a child, a young man, nor an ancient; nor am I of any caste.” Guru Nanak
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Consulate News Indian High Commissioner's visit to British Columbia (5-9 February, 2019) Year long celebrations to commemorate 550th Prakash Purb of Guru Nanak Dev ji launched by the historic Khalsa Diwan society at the Ross St Gurudwara in Vancouver. High Commissioner Vikas Swarup addressed the sangat on this auspicious occasion. Consul General and Consulate members participated in the celebration which was attended by a large gathering of members of the community, various associations, ex-servicemen and representatives from several Gurudwaras and temples.
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High Commissioner Vikas Swarup called on Premier John Horgan of British Columbia & discussed the tremendous opportunities for win-win partnerships between India and British Columbia in a whole range of sectors from energy to entertainment. Hon’ble Bruce Ralston, Minister for Jobs Trade and Technology was also present in the meeting. More …
High Commissioner Vikas Swarup met with Ms. Jinny Sims, BC’s Minister for Citizens' Services, one of the strongest friends of India who has done a lot to promote closer ties between British Columbia and India. More…
High Commissioner Vikas Swarup met with the members of Canada India Global Foundation along with Consul General Abhilasha Joshi on arrival at Vancouver airport and discussed proposals to promote Make in India concept in Western Canada. More…
High Commissioner Vikas Swarup addressed the BC-India Partnership Summit. He Spoke on the dynamic growth of the Indian economy and the opportunities it provides for companies from British Columbia More…
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Once a serviceman always a serviceman. High Commissioner Vikas Swarup met the group of exservicemen from India. More…
Telling the India Story. High Commissioner Vikas Swarup interacted with an engaged audience at the @CdnClubVan where he spoke on "The New India: Where Democracy meets Technology." More…
The business network bringing British Columbia closer to India. High Commissioner Vikas Swarup spoke at the excellent networking reception hosted by @BC_IBN which has consistently promoted a stronger commercial partnership between India and Canada.
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Breakfast with Business. High Commissioner Vikas Swarup had a great discussion on the Indian economy with some of the top CEOs in Vancouver including Chip Wilson, founder of @lululemon and David Bowden, President, @Colliers
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High Commissioner Vikas Swarup interacted with Chancellor Jas Sandhu, President Dr Lane Trotter, Langara College, Dr Andrew Petter, President SFU, Stewart Beck, President Asia Pacific Foundation, Gail Sparrow, former Chief of the Musqueam First Nations, Councillor Sav Dhaliwal and others at an event hosted by Langara College during his visit to Vancouver. More…
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TRANSFORMERS AND ELECTRICALS KERALA LIMITED NOTICE INVITING OPEN GLOBAL TENDER (RETENDER) FOR CO‐OPERATION / CONSULTANCY / TECHNOLOGY PARTNER FOR 400 kV / 765 kV TRANSFORMER AND REACTOR TELK (Transformers & Electricals Kerala Ltd.), a Joint Venture Company of Government of Kerala and NTPC Limited (largest Powe r generating company in India) is a leading manufacturer of Power Transformers in India. TELK was established in 1963 by Government of Kerala (a state in India) in technical collaboration with Hitachi, Japan. Present product range includes Power Transformer s, OIP Bushings, Current Transformers, Potential Transformers and OLTC. Annual Turnover of the company is about $2 5 million and has 6000 MVA Transformer Production Capacity per year. TELK invites Tender from OEMs / Consultants having proven experience for tie‐up including technology transfer or consultancy for up‐gradation of Power Transformer and Reactor technology for 400 kV & 765 kV. Ability to communicate in English is essential. Competitive online tenders are invited from experienced companies/agencies in two cover system (techno‐commercial bid and pri ce bid separately) through Government of Kerala e‐ tender portal https://etenders.kerala.gov.in. Tender details are available fo r reference in our website www.telk.com. Tender documents can be downloaded from the e‐tender site Tender ID : 2017_TEKL_154193_3. Tender Ref : TELK/C AND M/ED/TU/150/2017. Due Date: 01/03/2019. For further details, please contact: Mrs. Kala. L., Deputy Gener al Manager (C&M) Angamaly South P.O., Ernakulam District, Kerala State, PIN : 683 573, Phone : 0484 – 2510337, 2510307, India, Fax : 0484 – 2452873, E‐mail : contracts@telk.com, l.kala@telk.com, Website : www.telk.com
BHEL Tender for supply of Semi-automatic Crimping Machine (RFQ No. - IKCCAP0084) BHEL (Bharat Heavy Electricals Limited) is a public sector undertaking, working under Ministry of heavy industries, Govt. of India. BHEL Electronics division, Bangalore has invited sealed bids for procuring following item. Sl no.
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Cultural Heritage - Festivals of India Desert Festival – Jaisalmer (February 17-19, 2019) Once a year during winters, the sands around Jaisalmer come alive with the brilliant colors, music and laughter of the Desert Festival. Dressed in brilliantly hued costumes, the people of the desert dance and sing haunting ballads of valor, romance and tragedy. The fair has snake charmers, puppeteers, acrobats and folk performers. Camels, of course, play a stellar role in this festival, where the rich and colorful folk culture of Rajasthan is on show. The festival closes with an enchanting sound and light show amidst the sand dunes on a moonlit night. The Jaisalmer fort provides an ethereal backdrop to the annual desert festival. Sponsored by the Rajasthan State Tourism Corporation, this festival is a joyful celebration of the traditional performing arts and creative crafts of Rajasthan. Celebrations: A few days before the spring full moon according to the Hindu calendar, musicians, dancers and performers from all over Rajasthan start moving in colorful camel caravans towards the golden town of Jaisalmer, which dons a festive look. The otherwise barren landscape is splashed with vibrant colors marking the opening of the Desert Festival. The 12th century fort of Jaisalmer, built in yellow sandstone, provides a fairytale background. Over the years, the desert dwellers in their solitude have woven a fascinating tapestry with threads of music and rhythm and the Desert Festival is a celebration of their heritage. It is a chance of a lifetime to see the folk-art forms against the landscape that has nurtured them for hundreds of years. With the arrival of the artists, a delightful series of programs begins in and around Jaisalmer. There is music everywhere and at every given hour. Through the winding lanes of the fortified town to the sand dunes and even the rivers of abandoned villages, the music casts a potent spell. Beginning at sunrise, it reaches its zenith under the umbrella of the star-studded sky. Though it is mainly a festival of the performing arts, there are several other events that give a glimpse of the desert culture. Through the day, visitors can come face to face with the desert craftsmen. Exquisitely embroidered skirts, hand-woven shawls, rugs, carvings on wood and stone, camel decorations, embroidered leather bags, ethnic silver jewelry and terracotta are brought in from all over the desert. These skillfully achieved crafts are objects d'art for the handicraft buff. Evenings are meant for the main shows of music and dance. Vibrating desert drums can be heard for miles around. Nearly all the variations of performing arts of these desert people are displayed. Continuing till late into the night, the number of spectators swells up each night and the grand finale, on the full moon night, takes place by silvery sand dunes. Although the basic design of the festival remains the same, each year there are a few new events. Some of the most spectacular and memorable shows of past festivals have been the dream-like pageant, "Blood, Blade and Romance" on the sand dunes recreating the legendary past; the camel tattoo of the Border Security Force, which has a highly trained camel corps to guard the western border; and the pulsating folk ensemble of a hundred musicians.
(Courtesy: https://www.tourism-of-india.com/events-festival/desert-festival-jaisalmer.html)
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News from/of India 1. FM: India now 6th largest economy in the world with high growth New Delhi: Under the leadership of the Prime Minister, Shri Narendra Modi, the country has witnessed its best phase of macroeconomic stability, becoming the sixth largest economy in the world from being the 11th in the World in 2013-14. Presenting the Interim Budget for the year 2019-20 in Parliament today, the Union Minister for Finance, Corporate Affairs, Railways & Coal, Shri Piyush Goyal said “India is the fastest growing major economy in the world” with an average GDP growth of 7.3% per annum, the highest ever achieved by any Government since economic reforms began in 1991. Shri Goyal said under the leadership of Prime Minister, Shri Narendra Modi, a clean, decisive and stable Government reversed the policy paralysis, laid foundation for sustainable growth and restored the image of the country. Read more… (ibef.org, Press Information Bureau: February 04, 2019)
2. We are using Space Technology to improve delivery and accountability of government services: PM
3. SFU’s India Strategy exemplifies our commitment to engage the world Last week, Vice President Research and International Joy Johnson and I were accompanied by Business Dean Ali Dastmalchian, Health Sciences Dean Tania Bubela and others on a ten-day mission to strengthen SFU’s academic, cultural and business relationships in India. Read more… (sfu.ca, OFFICE OF THE PRESIDENT, February 04, 2019)
4. 27th Convergence India 2019 expo registers record footfall of 25,000+ visitors. The 2019 edition of Convergence India, IoT India, Embedded Tech India and Mobil India expos finally came to an end after three days of productive activity. The event saw record visitor numbers and strong sales across all disciplines. Read more… (aninews.in, Feb 01, 2019)
5. India successfully launches com satellite GSAT-31 India’s latest communication satellite GSAT-31 was successfully launched from a space port in French Guiana island early today. It is being viewed as a boost to the country’s direct-to-home television services, ATM connectivity to VSATs, stock exchange, digital satellite news gathering and e-governance, reports our New Delhi correspondent. The launch vessel Ariane 5 VA-247 lifted off from Kourou Launch Base, French Guiana at 2:31 am (Indian Time) carrying GSAT-31 and Saudi Geostationary Satellite 1/Hellas Sat 4 satellites, India’s Department of Space said in a statement. Read more… (The Daily Star, Wed, 06 Feb, 03:45pm)
6. Kisan Chachi to Banana King: Meet 10 amazing farmers who won the Padma Shri this year! From Bihar’s famous Kisan Chachi, a timid homemaker who became a successful organic farmer and helped several women form Self Help Groups (SHGs), to UP’s banana king who used tissue culture to earn Rs 48 lakh a year, India’s 77th Republic Day witnessed the Union Government conferring the fourth highest civilian award, the Padma Shri, to ten extraordinary farmers. Read more… (The Better India, Thu, 31 Jan, 05:31pm)
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