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Virtuoso Vice President of Global Public Relations Misty Belles breaks down the holiday travel season, the trends and destinations as well as her outlook for 2025.

RX India runs a diverse portfolio of B2B events across India. The company says it leverages its outreach in 22 countries, hosting 350+ events annually across 25 nations, creating immersive experiences to expand India’s trade footprint. Among its key highlights is the fact that it also provides platforms for MSMEs to showcase their offerings, connect with larger firms, and build international networks. In an interaction with ET Online, Hugh Jones, CEO, RX Global, highlighted that by combining face-to-face interactions with robust digital and customized solutions, the company empowers small businesses to thrive in an increasingly competitive landscape. ET: How does RX India’s portfolio of B2B events contribute to the growth of MSMEs in India? Hugh Jones: Our B2B events help MSMEs in India grow by expanding their market reach, building networks and connecting them with larger firms and international clients. Recognising the unique challenges faced by MSMEs, our trade shows offer MSMEs a platform to showcase their products to a broader audience and engage directly with industry leaders, creating valuable business opportunities. Our events act as gateways for MSMEs to connect with key industry players, facilitating business growth and enhancing their competitive edge. We also provide digital access options, allowing MSMEs to reach global audiences without geographic limits.

Service workers at Charlotte Douglas International Airport plan to go on strike during a busy week of Thanksgiving travel to protest what they say are unlivable wages

higher education abroad has become increasingly competitive, with 1.35 million Indian students pursuing international education across 108 countries in 2024 (Data shared by Ministry of External Affairs). For Indian students aspiring to study abroad, getting into a college of their preference seems like a dream. Historically, academic grades have always been the primary aspect in securing admission to reputed institutions but over time the significance of traits and achievements beyond the classroom have also grown significantly. Today, many students can be seen asking the question, “what more can we do?”, as elite universities seek students who offer much more than educational excellence and come with attributes that are well suited to the environment on the campus. What must the aspiring students do?

Negotiators are gathering in South Korea in what’s billed as a final push.

A DHL cargo plane crashed into a house near the Lithuanian capital, killing at least one person

Yahoo and confronted lawsuits involving patent, trademark and copyright claims, its executives sent out a confidential memo. «We believe that information is good,» the executives told employees in the memo. But, they added, government regulators or competitors might seize on words that Google workers casually, thoughtlessly, wrote to one another. To minimise the odds that a lawsuit could flush out comments that might be incriminating, Google said, employees should refrain from speculation and sarcasm and «think twice» before writing to one another about «hot topics». The technology was tweaked, too. The setting for the company's instant messaging tool was changed to «off the record». An incautious phrase would be wiped the next day.

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Subscribe to enjoy similar stories. Mergers and acquisitions (M&As) are likely to get a boost in 2025 on the back of increased political clarity after a year of key national elections globally and a cooling initial public offering (IPO) market, top executives at Investec Bank Plc said in an interview with the Mint. “2024 was clearly a year of significant uncertainty.

“Wicked” and “Gladiator II” have debuted in theaters with a combined $270 million in ticket sales

Cryptocurrencies are on a roll in anticipation of Donald Trump easing up on their regulation. The US has been the most proactive in law enforcement against fraud and money laundering engineered through cryptos. This, despite a regulatory framework that doesn't push hard to separate transaction and speculative elements of digital currency.

Ranbir Kapoor attended the International Film Festival of India (IFFI) in Goa, where he shared an anecdote about his wife, Alia Bhatt, and her knowledge of classic music and films. Reflecting on how the current generation isn't as familiar with iconic figures, Ranbir revealed that when he first met Alia, she didn’t know who Kishore Kumar was. Speaking during a conversation with Rahul Rawail at the 55th IFFI, Ranbir said, “When I first met Alia, she asked me who Kishore Kumar was.” The audience reacted with surprise, with one woman even shouting, “Are you serious?” The Animal actor explained further that it reflects the «circle of life,» where legends are sometimes forgotten before being rediscovered by new generations. Meanwhile, reactions on Reddit speculated that Alia might not appreciate Ranbir sharing this detail publicly. Many humorously suggested it could be Ranbir’s subtle way of getting back at Alia for her previous «lipstick» comment about him, which sparked controversy last year.

bribery allegations against the conglomerate’s billionaire founder and other top executives. The US International Development Finance Corp. hasn’t reached a final agreement on the loan, an official said in an emailed response to questions. “We continue to conduct due diligence to ensure that all aspects of the project meet our rigorous standards before any loan disbursements are made,” the official said. “The project has not reached financial close or signed a loan agreement.”

Jitendra Singh on Sunday held a nearly two-hour 'Public Durbar' (public meeting) in Jammu and Kashmir's Kathua district, asserting that Prime Minister Narendra Modi led government is committed to resolve public issues at their doorsteps. Singh, who won Udhampur parliamentary constituency for third term in a row, held the public durbar at Marheen block of Hiranagar sector near the International border. It was a part of his ongoing spree to reach out to the public directly to listen to their issues and concerns. Several issues raised by individual citizens and delegations were resolved on-the-spot. Instructions for immediate action were issued in several other cases, an official said. He said the entire district administration led by Deputy Commissioner Rakesh Minhas and senior officers from various departments were also present for instant intervention and follow-up.

Foreign ministry spokesman Esmaeil Baghaei said the meeting of the deputy foreign ministers of Iran, France, Germany and the United Kingdom would take place on Friday, without specifying a venue. «A range of regional and international issues and topics, including the issues of Palestine and Lebanon, as well as the nuclear issue, will be discussed,» the spokesman said in a foreign ministry statement.

Virat Kohli scored his 81st international century against Australia during the first Border-Gavaskar Trophy at Perth's Optus Stadium on Sunday. Virat slammed his first Test century in SENA (South Africa, England, New Zealand and Australia) conditions in almost six years, breaking the Test ton curse at Perth with an unbeaten knock that witnessed him play plenty of 'Vintage Kohli' shots. His last ton in SENA came in December 2018 in Australia, at the same venue Taking to X after his century, South Africa's batting legend AB de Villiers called Virat as the 'Greatest of All Time (GOAT)'.

Delhi Capitals (DC) for a hefty sum of Rs 11.75 crore. This comes after the Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) opted not to retain the fast bowler, who was previously the most expensive player in IPL history following his acquisition for Rs 24.75 crore in the 2024 auction. Starc, known for his express pace and ability to thrive under pressure, had an impressive season last year, claiming 17 wickets, including five crucial scalps in the Qualifier and final matches. Despite his standout performance, injuries and international commitments hampered his participation throughout the season.

Indian Navy's sail training ship, INS Tarangini, participated in joint sailing with the Italian sail ship Amerigo Vespucci here, Defence officials said on Sunday. The exercise conducted off the Kochi coast highlights the Indian Navy's commitment to global seafaring traditions and fostering international partnerships, it said. In a post on 'X', the Defence PRO said: "#INSTarangini & Italy's Amerigo Vespucci showcased maritime camaraderie during a Joint Sail off #Kochi on 22 Nov 24. Enhancing training, interoperability & friendship, this collaboration reflects a shared vision for global seafaring excellence." The ships jointly exercised various sail manoeuvers, enhancing training cooperation, interoperability and sharing of best practices, a Defence release said.

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Sheikh Hasina from 2009 to 2024," an official statement said. The statement, issued by Chief Adviser Muhammad Yunus's office, said the committee was currently reviewing seven major energy and power projects, including the Adani (Godda) BIFPCL 1234.4 MW coal-fired plant, a wholly-owned subsidiary of Adani Power Limited. The six other agreements include one with a Chinese company that built a 1320 MW coal-fired power plant, while the rest are with Bangladeshi business groups said to be close to the past regime.

NATO, pro-Palestinian protests in Montreal Friday evening.Prime Minister Justin Trudeau posted on X, formerly known as Twitter, that “acts of anti-Semitism, intimidation and violence must be condemned,” and that the RCMP is in touch with Montreal Police.The Service de police de la Ville de Montréal (SPVM) told Global News officers arrested three people on Friday after protestors smashed windows at a convention centre and nearby businesses, ignited smoke bombs and set two cars on fire.A police spokesperson said one civilian and one police officer suffered minor injuries.SPVM Chief Fady Dagher told reporters Saturday evening that he expects more arrests as alleged perpetrators are identified.“We have a lot of investigation techniques showing us some faces, some details, so we’re going to be able to arrest more people in the next days or next weeks,” he said.Multiple social media posts appear to show hundreds of people marching Friday evening and one person burning an effigy with “(Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin) Netanyahu to The Hague” written on it.The International Criminal Court just issued a warrant for Netanyahu and is based in The Hague in the Netherlands.“This was nothing like lawful, peaceful protest. This was anarchy,” Defence Minister Bill Blair said, speaking in Halifax.Foreign affairs Minister Mélanie Joly added, “What we saw was not peaceful protest.