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Core sectors rebound to hit 6-mth high growth of 2.9%
The index of the six core industries namely crude oil, petroleum refinery products, coal, electricity, cement and finished carbon steelhas turned positive and saw growth of 2.9% in March 2009 over same period last year.
India favourite destination for global travellers: Study
According to the latest Tourism Satellite Accounting (TSA) research released by the World Travel and Tourism Council, India is now one of the most preferred destinations in the eyes of global tourists with Mumbai appearing in almost every travel itinerary to the country.
The total volume of garment exports of India in the financial year 2008-09 stood at $10.13 billion recording an average growth rate of 4.6 per cent over the previous fiscal despite slowdown in demand in the US and European economies, reeling under recession.
