NRI
March 16, 2024
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Fisherman from Ahmedabad Dies of Heart Attack in Ajman

AJMAN:Ashok Bai Baria (44), a resident of Valsad – Ahmedabad, succumbed to a heart attack. The incident occurred yesterday morning at his residence, following which he experienced severe physical distress leading to the fatal cardiac arrest. Fishing has been a longstanding activity in Ajman- UAE, with Baria being actively involved in the profession for many […]

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March 13, 2024
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NSDC Inaugurates Skill India Centre in Bhadrak

Odisha: Aligning with the vision of Hon’ble Prime Minister Narendra Modi of transitioning India into a Global Skill Capital, the National Skill Development Corporation (NSDC) inaugurates the Skill India Centre in Bhadrak, Odisha. It envisions equipping youth with demand-driven skills, expediting career opportunities, and bolstering the local economy. The centre will impart training to the […]

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March 13, 2024
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UPI is Now Accepted in Nepal

Indian citizens can seamlessly conduct QR-code-based UPI transactions in Nepal Mumbai: NPCI International Payments Ltd (NIPL), the international arm of National Payments Corporation of India (NPCI) and Fonepay Payment Service Ltd, Nepal’s largest payment network, have announced that Unified Payment Interface (UPI) is now live for cross-border transactions between India and Nepal. Following the unveiling […]

News, World
February 26, 2024
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France to Host Allied Conference to Reaffirm Support for Ukraine

PARIS:French President Emmanuel Macron is due to host a conference for Kiev’s partners on Monday to strengthen the allied commitment to Ukraine after the full-scale war entered its third year, media reported. Ukraine faces mounting challenges in early 2024. Delays in US aid caused ammunition shortages that contributed to the Ukrainian withdrawal from the key […]

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February 23, 2024
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Russian Assets in ‘Urgent’ Spotlight as Yellen Heads to G20 Meeting

WASHINGTON:U.S. officials continue to discuss with allies what to do with Russian assets immobilized after Moscow’s invasion of Ukraine two years ago, a senior U.S. official said, as Treasury Secretary Janet Yellen heads to Brazil on Sunday to meet Group of 20 counterparts, some of whom continue to trade with Russia. A senior U.S. administration […]

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February 23, 2024
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China’s “Dragon” Baby Boom May Boost Population in 2024- Report

BEIJING:More babies are being born in hospitals across China in the Year of the Dragon, financial news outlet Yicai reported, an increase which could soften the decline in population in 2024 and bring cheer to policymakers. The Dragon Chinese zodiac sign is believed to be particularly auspicious, and data from hospitals over the Lunar New […]

News, World
February 23, 2024
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Supply Chain Strains Set to Weigh on Aviation Industry Bounce-back

SINGAPORE:Parts shortages and delivery delays plaguing the global aviation industry are easing, but could take up to two years to resolve, firms at the Singapore Airshow said, adding to the pressures clouding a post-pandemic recovery in travel demand. European planemaker Airbus said it was sending “dozens and dozens” of engineers deep into supply chains to […]

NRI
February 21, 2024
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Kannur Native Caught in a Criminal Case Will Not be Deported from UAE

DUBAI:The Dubai Criminal Court has ruled that Dinil Dinesh (29), a native of Kannur Kannnadiparambu Malottu, is not guilty in the case filed by his Jordanian employer. He was accused in a case filed by a leading automation company in Dubai, accusing him of complicity in the fraud committed by a former employee. The incident […]

News, World
February 20, 2024
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UK English Test Scandal: Foreign Students Launch Legal Action Against Home Office

LONDON:A group of international students, who were falsely accused of cheating in English language tests in the UK, have launched legal proceedings against the Home Office. The students, many of them from countries like India and Pakistan, are now seeking compensation for unlawful detention false imprisonment, loss of earnings, and damage to their mental health, […]

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February 20, 2024
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Palestinian Death Toll in Gaza Exceeds 29,000: Ministry

GAZA:The Palestinian death toll resulting from the ongoing Israeli attacks on the Gaza Strip has surpassed 29,000, the Gaza-based Health Ministry announced. According to a press statement from the Ministry on Monday, the Israeli army has killed 107 Palestinians and wounded 145 more within the past 24 hours, Xinhua news agency reported. This latest update […]