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Sabre Corporation has announced the appointment of Ashish Kasi as Vice President of Platform Engineering for the Check-In & Fulfilment portfolio in India. Ashish brings over 28 years of experience in the technology field, having held various leadership and engineering roles. He is tasked with driving innovation and growth at Sabre, assuming responsibility for the Check-In and Fulfilment portfolio. Ashish’s expertise in cloud-based SaaS products, retail and supply chain solutions, and real-time data analytics will strengthen Sabre’s leadership in India and enhance Bengaluru GCC’s strategic position as an R&D hub.

India’s Kerala state has closed all schools and colleges until Monday due to scorching temperatures. With most of India experiencing high heat, the weather department forecasts an unusually high number of heatwave days from April to June. Heatwave conditions are caused by a combination of fewer thunderstorms and an anti-cyclonic circulation near India’s southeastern coast. Authorities urge people to limit sun exposure and take precautions to prevent wildfires. While local media reports suggest heat-related deaths, official confirmation is pending.

The Indian government has strongly condemned China’s attempts to include the Shaksgam Valley in its territory. This move by China was met with strong protest from India, which views the Shaksgam Valley as its own territory. India has also warned China that it will take necessary measures to safeguard its interests in the region.

Minor Hotels, an international hotel operator, plans to expand significantly in India’s growing hospitality market by opening 50 new hotels over the next ten years. The company will focus on the upper-upscale and luxury segments, with a focus on its established brands such as Anantara, Avani, and NH Collection. Minor Hotels has already entered the Indian market with the launch of Oaks Bodhgaya in 2017 and will open the Anantara Jaipur Hotel this year. The company has established a new office in Bengaluru and appointed Vijay Krishnan as Vice President of Operations for India.

May 2 promises to be a day filled with significant developments, updates, and hearings in the political, financial, and legal arenas both in India and internationally. To stay informed about these crucial events, be sure to follow Livemint, the world’s fastest-growing news website.

India’s commitment to a Two-State solution for the Palestinian-Israeli conflict was reiterated by Permanent Representative to the United Nations, Ruchira Kamboj, on Thursday. The solution envisions the establishment of an independent Palestinian state, with security considerations for Israel being taken into account.

According to the Indian Meteorological Department (IMD), the number of heatwave days in May 2024 is expected to be above normal in various parts of the country. Specifically, south, west Madhya Pradesh, Vidarbha, Marathwada, and Gujarat are likely to experience 5-8 days more heatwave days than usual, while Rajasthan, east Madhya Pradesh, Punjab, Haryana, Chandigarh, Uttar Pradesh, and Chhattisgarh may see an increase of 2-4 days. Similarly, interior Odisha, Gangetic, Jharkhand, Bihar, north interior Karnataka, Telangana, and parts of north Tamil Nadu and Andhra Pradesh can expect 2-4 more heatwave days. Despite the heatwave prediction, IMD anticipates normal rainfall during the summer months overall.

In the face of global economic challenges and geopolitical tensions, India’s plastic exports have declined by 3.5% in FY24, falling to $11.55 billion from $11.96 billion in FY23. Despite a moderate growth of 5.6% in March 2024, to $1.11 billion, the overall decline reflects the impact of subdued global demand and trade restrictions. While certain sectors like cordage, fishnets, and monofilaments have shown resilience, the overall contraction in merchandise exports underscores the need for sustained efforts to boost exports and navigate the evolving global trade landscape.

Satopia Travel presents an extraordinary nine-day culinary expedition across India, led by the renowned Chef Asma Khan. This immersive journey promises a fusion of cultural immersion, historical exploration, and culinary mastery, offering a unique opportunity to engage with the essence of Indian culture through its culinary traditions.

Today, May 1, India will witness a series of significant political, judicial, and financial events. Among the key highlights are President Droupadi Murmu’s visit to Ayodhya, updates on the ‘land for job’ PMLA case, and the CSK vs PBKS IPL T20 match.