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Chennai included in UNESCO Creative Cities Network: News Updates

Chennai on the city’s inclusion in the UNESCO Creative Cities Network for its rich musical tradition. Chennai is the third Indian city on the list of UNESCO Creative Cities list after Jaipur and Varanasi. 20th International Children's Film Festival begins in Hyderabad. Mary Kom wins gold medal in Asian Women's Boxing Championships . Five time world champion, Mary Kom notched up her fifth gold medal in 48 kg category in Asian Women's Boxing Championships at Ho Chi Minh City in Vietnam today. 2nd edition of India International Cherry Blossom festival begins in Shillong. Demonetisation anniversary: On November 8, 2016, the Narendra Modi-led government had withdrawn Rs 500 and Rs 1000 currency notes from circulation, in a bid to curb corruption and black money.