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  By   Daniel Puchert Partially state-owned telecommunications company Telkom announced in its financial results for the year ending 31 March 2025 that its ADSL subscribers had more than halved to under 30,000. According to the company’s operational data, ADSL lines decreased from 64,959 in March 2024 to 29,770. This 54.2% decline highlights that the legacy broadband technology is slowly approaching the end of the road. Telkom’s ADSL business peaked at the end of March 2016 with 1.01 million subscribers — two years after fibre upstart Vumatel  broke ground in Parkhurst . What followed was a sharp decline in Telkom ADSL subscribers. Customers connected to its copper networks decreased by more than 500,000 over the next four years. This was partly driven by Telkom itself, which began actively switching off its copper network in some neighbourhoods. If it did not have fibre in the area, it would offer a “fixed line lookalike” wireless service that ran over its cellular ...
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THE LONGEST RIVERS IN THE WORLD

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 ARKA ROY CHOWDHURYTRAVEL TRENDS, WORLD

Updated : Jul 16, 2021, 14:21 IST

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The Nile

The enchanting River Nile in Africa is the longest river in the world. With the pyramids sitting at the backdrop in Egypt, it takes a beautiful form here. It is 6,853 km long, and apart from Egypt, runs through Kenya, Ethiopia, Uganda, Rwanda, Tanzania, Sudan, Burundi, and Congo-Kinshasa. It was the main source of irrigation, and fresh water in ancient Egyptian dynasties.

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The Amazon

South America's The Amazon is the second longest in the world. The river runs for 6437 km, it is an important water body for Colombia, Peru, and Ecuador. It also runs through Brazil, Bolivia, Venezuela, Guyana, Suriname, and French Guiana. Some scientists believe that the Amazon was born out of a glacial stream in the Peruvian Andes. But it is up for debate, because this would make it the longest in the world.

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The Yangtze

The third longest river in the world is present in China where it is known as the Chang Jiang River. It is the longest in Asia running for 6380 km, and originates from the Qinghai-Tibet Plateau's glaciers. It runs through numerous ecosystems in China, and is of the utmost importance in the country even to this day. It helped in the rise of the Far East Civilisation, and it plays an important role in the GDP of the country.

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Mississippi-Missouri-Jefferson River System

The fourth largest river system is located in North America, covering a total of 6275 km. The Mississippi River is the longest in the United States, while the Missouri River is the second longest in the country. Together with Jefferson it forms a river system of importance, which happens to be the fourth largest. The reason why the three of these rivers are grouped together is that the Missouri River meets Mississippi River near St. Louis city, and then it merges with Jefferson River in Montana.

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    MONSOON WEDDING IN INDIA: BEST PLACES TO GET HITCHED

    TRAVEL TRENDS, INDIAUpdated : Jul 16, 2021, 08:24 IST

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    Monsoon wedding in India: Best places to get hitched

    Weddings in India are huge events, and we all have been witness to these grand affairs. But what if the date of your big day falls in monsoon months? Well, just like love knows no reasons, weddings know no seasons. And since the rainy season brings a whole different charm with it, monsoons are truly for the romantics at heart. All you have to do is choose the perfect destination for your perfect monsoon wedding.

    To make your task easier, here’s a list of places around India where you can be assured of experiencing a dreamy monsoon wedding.

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    Goa

    Being a popular tourist destination, Goa will not disappoint you as a wedding destination too. It has all the elements to make your monsoon wedding perfect. Further, since monsoon is not the peak season for tourism, you can easily get a wedding venue and a planner. Beach weddings here are perfect, as well as church weddings as well. Plus, the colourful nightlife of this destination will make your wedding celebration all the more enthralling.

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    Andaman and Nicobar Islands

    You get both the land and sea to celebrate your big day, while the monsoon breeze will add to the romantic set up. While the most popular places to tie the knot are Ross Island and Havelock Island, you can explore more to find the one that suits your idea of romantic setup. Choosing the Andamans also offers you the option to stay back and enjoy a mini honeymoon with your partner amid the stunning landscape.

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    Udaipur

    This heritage city can also prove to be a dream wedding destination for those who want a royal touch on their big day. Udaipur, along with its lakes, lies on the southern slope of the Aravalli Range, thereby creating the perfect ambience for such an occasion. And since it is surrounded by lakes on all four sides, monsoons are beautiful here. Not to forget the magical palaces and lush greenery add to the grand celebration of love and romance.

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    Kovalam

    Kovalam has a number of resorts and hotels that offer set ups for wedding celebrations, with the sea in the background. One can choose a boat decorated with all the choicest stuff to ensure that their entry with their partner is a filmy one. You can also choose a houseboat to host your wedding celebration. The serene location, along with the sea and sound of rain drops - you are sure to have an incredible experience here.

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    Alleppey

    Also known as the Venice of the East, Alleppey is one of the best destinations to visit during the monsoon. So, how about getting married in Alleppey? Well, the houseboat, lush green vegetation, and the backwaters will just add more excitement to your wedding. Also, if you fancy tying the knot on a houseboat, it will be a memory to cherish forever. All you have to do is book a special wedding houseboat that can accommodate your closed ones, while the music of raindrops in the background will add to the charm.

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