KIRAN MAMGAIN SHARMA किरन ममगाईं शर्मा

Ground report from India's #MahaKumbhMela2025 -- no event globally can compare to this 45-day Hindu religious festival that ends on Feb. 26 with the number of total participants expected to cross 450 million. asia.nikkei.com/Spotlight/Big-…

देशभर में एयर कनेक्टिविटी के तेज विस्तार के लिए हमारी सरकार पूरी तरह प्रतिबद्ध है। इसी दिशा में आज मॉडिफाइड उड़ान स्कीम को मंजूरी दी गई है। इसके तहत टियर-2 और टियर-3 शहरों में नए एयरपोर्ट और हेलीपैड विकसित किए जाएंगे। इससे दूरदराज के क्षेत्रों में रोजगार, व्यापार और पर्यटन को बढ़ावा मिलने के साथ ही आर्थिक विकास को एक नई गति मिलेगी। pib.gov.in/PressReleasePa…

India's trade deficit with China set to cross $100bn for first time s.nikkei.com/4d95jti

Standing in the way of a harsher crackdown on smokeless tobacco in India is the vocal lobby representing those involved in growing, processing and selling tobacco, estimated at more than 40 million people asia.nikkei.com/spotlight/big-…

Received a call from President Trump and had a useful exchange of views on the situation in West Asia. India supports de-escalation and restoration of peace at the earliest. Ensuring that the Strait of Hormuz remains open, secure and accessible is essential for the whole world. We agreed to stay in touch regarding efforts towards peace and stability. @realDonaldTrump @POTUS

India's efforts to curb smoking have been far more effective than China's, but India still has 71% of the world's smokeless tobacco users asia.nikkei.com/spotlight/big-…

India has made great strides in reducing tobacco usage by targeting cigarette smoking. Most of the country's remaining 234.5 million users are chewers: a 2011 ban on mixes of tobacco & betel nut hasn't dented sales, nor have ad bans or tax hikes @Kimsubh asia.nikkei.com/spotlight/big-…

@Iwaki_Nikkei Such a nice picture

ここ一年くらい、iPhone で拡大して写真を撮ると謎の黒い斑点が出て，すごくストレスでした。 昨日の富士山も，この有様😭↓ なので，修理に出してみたら今はスッキリ‼️レンズに傷がついていたそうで。。。 もっと早く修理に出せばよかった。。。 #インド

Indian state polls in April a 'litmus test' for Modi's diplomacy s.nikkei.com/3NAOJYS

On the birth anniversary of General Bipin Rawat, the first Chief of Defence Staff of the Indian Armed Forces, #IAF pay tribute to a soldier whose foresight and steadfast commitment strengthened India’s joint military capability. His leadership and dedication to national security continue to guide and inspire the Air Warriors of the Indian Air Force. #SaluteToCDS #HonoringCDS #DefenceLeadership #GeneralBipinRawat @DefenceMinIndia @SpokespersonMoD @HQ_IDS_India @adgpi @CareerinIAF

Smokeless tobacco dodges India's squeeze on cigarettes Graphic warnings, sales and advertising restrictions and tax hikes fail to dent demand s.nikkei.com/4ltRk3p

Since 2022, tobacco users have been scarcer in India - which last year reached WHO target of slashing its usage rate by 30% in 15 yrs - than in China. But further progress will depend greatly on whether its smokeless tobacco users can break the habit too.  asia.nikkei.com/spotlight/big-…

Smokeless tobacco dodges India's squeeze on cigarettes s.nikkei.com/4sJv6N8

The temperature is soaring in Delhi and everyone is trying to beat the heat one way or the other. Found this cutie all curled up and relaxing in a corner of an air-conditioned elevator in the parking area of the IGI airport in the Indian capital.

@Iwaki_Nikkei Stunning indeed

ネパールからフライトは「F」の座席に座るべし‼️ なのに，ねちゃってた苦笑 たまたま、目が覚めて窓を見ると素晴らしい眺め。いつかポカラに行ってみたい #ネパール　#ヒマラヤ #ライカQ2は無理 #望遠あってよかった

Happy Hina Matsuri!! 🎎🩷✨ In Japan, the Hina Matsuri is celebrated every year on March 3. People pray for the good health and prosperity of the girl child. Wishing everyone a day filled with happiness!

Visiting Tokyo soon? The latest forecast says sakura cherry blossoms are expected to bloom from March 18. Check the bloom predictions for other cities here s.nikkei.com/4r44qW8

The situation in the Middle East remains volatile. But three things are clear: First, there is renewed hope for the long-suffering people of Iran. We strongly support their right to determine their own future. Second, we must do everything possible to de-escalate and stop the conflict spreading. Iran must cease its reckless and indiscriminate attacks on its neighbours and sovereign countries. Third, the stability of the region is of the utmost importance. The only lasting resolution is a diplomatic one. This means a credible transition for Iran which includes the halt to both the nuclear and ballistic programmes, as well as an end to destabilising action in the region. This afternoon, we will discuss the overall situation in the meeting of the Security College. Because from energy to nuclear, migration to security, Europe must be prepared for the fall-out from recent events.

India's opposition slams Modi's 'ill-timed' Israel visit before Iran attack s.nikkei.com/400l9yF

Canadian PM Carney's India visit brings new energy to bilateral trade ties.

India in semi-final for the 6th time in #T20WorldCup! Kudos to @IamSanjuSamson!