In a display of bipartisan unity, chief ministers from various states attended the gala event. Notable attendees included Bihar s Nitish Kumar, Jharkhand s Hemant Soren, and West Bengal s Mamata Banerjee, all representing opposition parties.
In a significant geopolitical move, the project offers a credible alternative to China s Belt and Road Initiative (BRI), which has raised concerns about debt traps and asset control. This new initiative aims to provide responsible and sustainable infrastructure development.
Declared as a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 1984, Odisha s Konark Sun Temple stands as a remarkable testament to ancient architectural and design brilliance. The temple originally comprised two primary structures: the dance mandapa and the grand temple. Although the smaller mandapa structure remains intact to this day, regrettably, the grand temple met its demise sometime in the late 16th century.
What’s closed and what’s open during G20 Summit 2023: As leaders of G20 nations of the world mark their presence in New Delhi for the G20 Summit 2023, stringent security protocols have been implemented. Delhi Police has issued a notice regarding which services will remain open and closed. From restaurants, malls, cab services, liquor shops, online delivery from Zomato, Swiggy, Amazon and Flipkart, to grocery stores, pharmacies, Delhi Metro and more, find out all details regarding what will remain functional in New Delhi district.
While reports suggested that there will be a ‘lockdown’ in Delhi for the G20 Summit, authorities have clarified that a ‘controlled zone’ will be imposed in the national capital.