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Andhra Pradesh CM confident of setting up petrochemical corridor in state

New Delhi, Nov 07 (ANI): Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister N Chandrababu Naidu exuding confidence vowed to make his state the most favourable destination for investment by setting up a petrochemical corridor, electronic hardware manufacturing and automobile hub. Naidu said he would build his state from the scratch and create opportunities for all. Meanwhile, Petroleum & Natural gas Minister Dharmendra Pradhan said the discussion with Naidu was fruitful as they touched various issues that would boost economy. Naidu also attended the World Economic Summit in New Delhi and met the Finance Minister Arun Jaitley. Naidu said his government was confident of building the state's industrial fortunes again and added that not just IT, but also electronic hardware manufacturing, automobile, agro-processing, and pharma will be set soon. Nov 7, 2014
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Bhopal gas tragedy victims to start indefinite fast from November 10

Bhopal, Nov 04 (ANI): Victims of the 1984 Bhopal gas tragedy would begin an indefinite fast in New Delhi from November 10, pressuring the central government for additional compensation. The Bhopal Gas Tragedy is one of the worst industrial disasters in history. It was 12 a.m. on December 3, 1984 when 40 tonnes of toxic Methyl Isocyanate (MIC) leaked from the Union Carbide pesticide plant in Bhopal, killing thousands and condemning thousands more to chronic illness. Recently, the victims were frustrated on the news of death of Warren Anderson, chief of Union Carbide, who did not face any trial for his crimes. An activist supporting the victims, Rachna Dhingra, said that the government should update the facts and figures of dead and injured victims so that compensation can be taken from Union Carbide Corporation. Nov 4, 2014
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Kaziranga National Park reopens for visitors

Jorhat, Nov 02 (ANI): Kaziranga National Park in Assam, which is home to the largest number of one-horned rhinos has been reopened for the visitors. Forest minister of Assam Rockybul Hussain inaugurated the re-opening by cutting the ribbon amid prayers and rituals. Hussain also flagged off the first batch of elephant safari of 13 elephants for a group of tourists from countries like Australia, United States and United Kingdom. Hussain also urged the people to be more committed for the conservation and protection of the rich bio-diversity of the park and help in maintaining its natural beauty. The Kaziranga National Park is a World Heritage Site, the park hosts two-thirds of the world's great one horned rhinoceroses. Nov 3, 2014
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Kaziranga National Park reopens for visitors

Jorhat, Nov 02 (ANI): Kaziranga National Park in Assam, which is home to the largest number of one-horned rhinos has been reopened for the visitors. Forest minister of Assam Rockybul Hussain inaugurated the re-opening by cutting the ribbon amid prayers and rituals. Hussain also flagged off the first batch of elephant safari of 13 elephants for a group of tourists from countries like Australia, United States and United Kingdom. Hussain also urged the people to be more committed for the conservation and protection of the rich bio-diversity of the park and help in maintaining its natural beauty. The Kaziranga National Park is a World Heritage Site, the park hosts two-thirds of the world's great one horned rhinoceroses. Nov 2, 2014
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Kaziranga National Park reopens for visitors

Jorhat, Nov 02 (ANI): Kaziranga National Park in Assam, which is home to the largest number of one-horned rhinos has been reopened for the visitors. Forest minister of Assam Rockybul Hussain inaugurated the re-opening by cutting the ribbon amid prayers and rituals. Hussain also flagged off the first batch of elephant safari of 13 elephants for a group of tourists from countries like Australia, United States and United Kingdom. Hussain also urged the people to be more committed for the conservation and protection of the rich bio-diversity of the park and help in maintaining its natural beauty. The Kaziranga National Park is a World Heritage Site, the park hosts two-thirds of the world's great one horned rhinoceroses. Nov 2, 2014
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Women in Nagaland turn self-employed to earn a living

Nagaland, Nov 1 (ANI): Akitoli Swu is a young Naga entrepreneur from Dimapur who set up her own herbal soap company with the brand name "Angry Mother". After completing her Hospitality Business Management from Birmingham in England and BSc Dietetics and Post Graduate Advanced Nutrition in USA, she came back home and started her own venture. She makes herbal soaps by using different natural ingredients.Herbal products are in great demand in her locality and also outside. Akitoli is now planning to expand her business to some rural areas so that she can provide job to unemployed women. Nov 2, 2014
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