New Delhi [India], March 28 (ANI): Leader of Opposition in Lok SabhaRahul Gandhi will travel to the US from April 19. According to sources, he will visit Brown University and interact with the Indian diaspora in Boston. Earlier in September 2024, Rahul Gandhi was on a three-day visit to the US. During his visit, he travelled to Dallas, where he interacted with students and teachers at the University of Texas. He also addressed the members of the Indian diaspora. From Dallas, Congress MP Rahul Gandhi travelled to Washington, DC, where he interacted with students and faculty at Georgetown University in Washington, DC. It was Rahul Gandhi‘s first visit to the US after he became Leader of Opposition in the Lok Sabha.
Earlier in Parliament, the Lok Sabha LoP reiterated that he is never allowed to speak in the House. Expressing skepticism, Gandhi said that he doesn’t know what the ruling party is “scared” of. “I am never allowed to speak. I don’t know what they are scared of?” said Rahul Gandhi while heading towards the Parliament. On Wednesday, Gandhi had alleged that he was not allowed to speak in the House.The LoP claimed that it was an “unsubstantiated remark” about him and that there is a convention that the Leader of Opposition is allowed to speak when he rises to do so. “I don’t know what is going on…I requested him to let me speak…This is no way to run the House. Speaker just left and he did not let me speak…he said something unsubstantiated about me…he adjourned the House, there was no need…it is a convention, LoP is given time to speak. Whenever I stand up, I am stopped from speaking…I did nothing, I was quietly sitting,” Rahul Gandhi told reporters. He said that in a democracy, there is a place for government and opposition, but here, “there is no place for opposition”.Rahul Gandhi said that he wanted to speak on the Maha Kumbh Mela and unemployment, but he was not allowed to speak. (ANI)
The brand’s first Berlin property in the Friedrichshain district of the city offers 227 rooms, alongside co-working and social spaces, a bar and fitness centre.
Michel Morauw, Hyatt’s managing director for Northern Europe, Hyatt, said the new Berlin hotel was a “key milestone” in expanding across Europe.
“This hotel is a true reflection of the essence of the Me and All Hotel brand, allowing guests to authentically feel the pulse of the neighbourhood,” added Morauw.
Me and All Hotels, which was established by Lindner in 2016, has six existing properties in Germany in cities such as Düsseldorf, Mainz and Hanover, as well as Me and All Hotel Flims in Switzerland, which opened in late 2024 as the brand’s first hotel outside Germany.
A UNESCO World Heritage Site, this man-made wetland is one of India’s premier birding destinations. Rare birds like Siberian crane visit this site, however, sightings have dwindled. It’s still a great site to spot sarus crane, black-necked stork, and bar-headed goose.
JOALI, the ultra-luxury lifestyle brand from the Maldives, has appointed THRS (Travel and Hospitality Representation Services) as its exclusive PR and Sales representative in the Indian subcontinent. This strategic alliance highlights JOALI’s commitment to India – one of the Maldives’ largest and fastest-growing luxury source markets – and reinforces THRS’s position as the partner of choice for leading global hospitality brands.
JOALI is a lifestyle brand inspired by the joy of living, where art, design, and wellbeing come together as essential elements of the travel experience. Over the past seven years, the brand has grown into two celebrated Maldivian properties, JOALI Maldives and JOALI BEING, each with distinct identities yet united by a commitment to creativity, inspiration, and exceptional guest experiences.
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Set on the pristine Muravandhoo Island in Raa Atoll, JOALI Maldives is the country’s first art-immersive ultra-luxury resort. Celebrating the “joy of creative living,” the resort showcases specially commissioned artworks, inspiring design, and imaginative lifestyle experiences. Its 73 beach and overwater villas, including multi-bedroom residences, are each a design story in themselves, crafted around the concept of sustainable glamour. Guests are invited to savour world-class dining, unwind in private pool villas, and discover rich experiences rooted in creativity, culture, and artful living.
The resort is home to JOALI Art Studio & Gallery, the Muramas Kids Club offering enriching and educational experiences to uncover the magic of the land, a fitness centre, and an array of bespoke excursions. The spa experience is derived from the principles of JOALI BEING. Families, couples, art lovers, and design enthusiasts alike are invited to embark on a cultural adventure of a lifetime.
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JOALI BEING is a truly unique destination in the Maldives, a well-living island where guests come to feel lighter, happier, and more energised. A place of joyful transformation brought to life through architecture, mindful cuisine, and immersive luxury. Rooted in the Four Pillars of Mind, Skin, Microbiome, and Energy, the island blends modern science with time-honoured traditions to inspire purposeful living, balance, and renewal.
Home to 68 beachfront and overwater villas shaped by biophilic principles, the island flows in harmony with the ocean and surrounding nature. Transformation unfolds in uplifting spaces such as the KAASHI Hydrotherapy Hall with Watsu, Aufguss sauna, salt inhalation, and a Turkish Hammam. CORE, the island’s fitness and movement zone, offers innovative facilities, dynamic training, and energy-filled programmes, while recreational sports,
marine adventures, and sound healing experiences create vibrant pathways of movement and discovery. Mindful cuisine nourishes and inspires, while B’Kidult welcomes families with meaningful activities that encourage connection and shared well-living. Every stay at JOALI BEING becomes a personal journey of energy, renewal, and joyful living.
Both properties are a 40-minute seaplane from Malé International Airport, with JOALI BEING just 15 minutes by speedboat from JOALI Maldives perfect for seamless twin-island journeys for travellers seeking both creativity and transformative journeys. For private charters, guests can travel aboard JOALI’s own seaplane, where extra spacious cabins, attentive service, and refined comfort turn every flight into a serene, bespoke experience.
The Maldives remains a top outbound destination for Indian luxury travellers, driven by convenient flight access, visa-on-arrival, and an increasing appetite for bespoke short-haul getaways. According to the Maldives Ministry of Tourism, India continues to rank as one of the leading source markets, underscoring the country’s growing role in shaping Maldivian tourism.
Through this collaboration, THRS will spearhead JOALI’s visibility in India by delivering high-impact sales representation, integrated PR campaigns, and strategic storytelling designed to resonate with India’s most discerning luxury travellers.
Yeishan Goel, Group CEO, THRS, said, “We are delighted to be entrusted with JOALI’s India growth strategy. JOALI represents the pinnacle of ultra-luxury hospitality, combining artistry, creativity, and wellbeing in ways that truly redefine the Maldives experience. India is one of the most dynamic outbound markets in the world, and we see tremendous opportunity to create meaningful growth for JOALI by engaging India’s luxury travel ecosystem at the highest level. Our mandate is clear: to ensure JOALI is the first choice for Indian travellers seeking transformative journeys in the Maldives.”
Semiha Askin, Global Director of Sales & Marketing added, “The Indian traveller is evolving – seeking not just destinations but deeper, more meaningful experiences. With THRS as our partner, we are confident of strengthening JOALI’s resonance in this key market and welcoming more Indian guests to discover the joy, creativity, and transformative well-living that are at the heart of our brand.”
