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Paris Mayor Sparks Debate Over Keeping Olympic Rings on Eiffel Tower
Paris Mayor Anne Hidalgo has sparked a significant debate by expressing her desire to keep the Olympic rings displayed on the Eiffel Tower even after the summer Games have concluded. Speaking to Ouest-France, Hidalgo asserted that the decision rested with her, noting that she had secured approval from the International Olympic Committee (IOC). “The Olympic rings will stay on the…
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Eiffel Tower Shuts Down for Fifth Day as Strike Continues, Disappointing Tourists
Paris, France: Disappointment reigned supreme outside the iconic Eiffel Tower today as it remained closed for the fifth consecutive day due to an ongoing strike by its staff. The stoppage, now stretching into its second week, stems from employee dissatisfaction with the monument’s management and perceived insufficient investment. This marks the second major strike at the Eiffel Tower within the…
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NPCI and Lyra Introduce UPI in France: Eiffel Tower Marks Historic Adoption
PARIS: NPCI International Payments Limited (NIPL) partners with Lyra, a French e-commerce expert, to bring Unified Payments Interface (UPI) to France. The Eiffel Tower becomes the first merchant to accept UPI payments, easing transactions for Indian tourists. They can now buy tickets online using UPI, simplifying the process. The move is significant as Indian tourists are the second-largest group at…
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