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New Delhi [India], March 18: Dubai has rolled out significant changes to its 2-year employment visa, simplifying the process for experts to work in the UAE. This guide has all you need to know about the new Dubai 2-Year Employment Visa, including eligibility, application process, costs, and changes in 2025. What is the Dubai 2-Year Employment Visa? The Dubai 2-Year Employment Visa is a 2-year residence work permit given to foreign specialists to enable them to reside and work in the UAE for a period of 2 years. It is offered to employees with UAE-based sponsorship and can be extended after the expiration period. If you’re planning a short trip to Dubai, you’ll need to obtain a Dubai visa, which can be issued online and is valid for up to 60 days. Key Updates to the Dubai Work Visa in 2025 ...

Hyderabad (Telangana) [India], February 21: In recognition of his remarkable contributions to social and political service in Hyderabad, young leader and philanthropist KP Vishal Goud has been honoured with the International Excellence Award by the World Book of Records. The award was presented by Union Minister Ramdas Athawale at a grand ceremony held at Palm Jumeirah Hotel, Dubai. The World Book of Records, London, which operates in 40 countries, identifies and honors individuals who have rendered exceptional social service. The 2024 award ceremony was a prestigious event attended by distinguished dignitaries, including: Hamid Mohammed Bin Salem, Secretary General of the UAE Chambers Federation Mahir Abdul Karim Zulfar, Executive Vice President, Dubai World Trade Center Adv. Santosh Sh...

Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], February 17: Through the year 2025, the UK immigration policy may see further changes as the Government continues to grapple with high net migration and hence, we may see some visa categories scrapped altogether, or overhauled, particularly categories which have attracted fewer applicants, such as the fast-track Global Talent visa, observed the UK Immigration Outlook 2025 Note released by A Y & J Solicitors, a London-based visa and immigration advisory. The Note has further stated that the strongest work visa categories will remain the Skilled Worker visa (which incorporates the Health and Care visa) and the numbers are likely to continue to come down, reducing the pressure on the government to make major changes, such as limiting visa numbers in certain s...

New Delhi [India], February 05: In a historic moment for the Hindu community in Scotland, the Scottish Government Cross Parliamentary Group has fully accepted and supported the comprehensive report on Hinduphobia presented by the Gandhian Peace Society. This marks the first time such an in-depth study on the subject has been submitted and presented at the parliamentary level in Scotland and the United Kingdom. CPG Convenor Professor Peter Hopkins commended the comprehensive nature of the report. MSP Foysol congratulated the Gandhian Peace Society on this work on Hinduphobia. A new report by the Gandhian Peace Society examines the issue of Hinduphobia in Scotland and its impact on the Hindu community. The report, titled “Hinduphobia in Scotland: Understanding, Addressing, and Overcoming Pre...

London [UK], December 21: On December 2, 2024, the prestigious Rising Bharat Conclave took place at the iconic House of Commons in the UK Parliament, bringing together over 130 distinguished delegates from around the world. The event, organized by the UKABC and Fortygreen Media Group, celebrated innovation, leadership, and collaboration between India and the UK. The Conclave was graced by prominent dignitaries from 14 embassies and high commissions, former Chief Ministers, ex-MEPs, and leading business figures from India, Poland, Turkey, and the UAE. Notable attendees included Stanley Johnson, CEO of Upcycled Plastics Ltd.; John Le Fondré A.C.A., former Chief Minister of Jersey; Andrew Grocock, Chief of Staff to Baroness Arlene Foster; Graham Cook, Country Manager at Air India; Cheryll Rog...

Singapore [Singapore], December 12:  As chess enthusiasts gear up for the thrilling Ding Liren vs. Gukesh D World Championship match in Singapore, the event is not just about the main stage.Alongside the Championship, a host of exciting side events are lined up, offering opportunities for players and fans of all levels to engage in the chess carnival. Among the many attendees are the students of Victorious Chess Academy who are seizing the opportunity to attend these events and gain global exposure. The emerging players from VCA’s flagship program—Vismay Sachar, Avadhoot Bramhe, Hrudhan Moghe, Ishaan Ganguly and Dhruv Mahesh—are all set to play and learn alongside masters and players from around the world at this event. They are backed by their coach, Mr. Kapil Lohana. One of the highlight...

New Delhi [India], December 11:  The inaugural day of the much-awaited India Maritime Heritage Conclave 2024 (IMHC 2024), organised by the Ministry of Ports, Shipping and Waterways (MoPSW) at Yashobhoomi, Dwarka, New Delhi, commenced today with a special session addressed by Hon’ble Vice President Shri Jagdeep Dhankhar, who emphasised the importance of preserving India’s maritime legacy for future generations. The conclave that brought together key ministers, prominent speakers, maritime experts & thought leaders from across the globe highlighted India’s rich seafaring legacy, its pivotal role in shaping cultural and economic exchanges across the world, and its vision for sustainable maritime innovation, underscoring its emergence as a maritime powerhouse. “India stands today as an eme...

Indore (Madhya Pradesh) [India], December 10: Renowned medical specialist Dr. Arpit Chopra Jain has been awarded the prestigious Bharat Vibhushan Award 2024. The honor was presented during a grand ceremony held at the CM Conference Hall of the Delhi Assembly Building. The event was organised by the Institute for Social Reforms and Higher Education (ISRHE) and graced by several dignitaries, including Honorable Speaker of the Delhi Assembly, Shri Ram Niwas Goel, who presented the award to Dr. Jain. Dr. Jain received this recognition for his exceptional contributions to “modern alternative medicine” in the treatment of critical illnesses. His pioneering efforts have established new benchmarks in addressing severe diseases such as cancer, kidney failure, and aplastic anemia. Expressing his gra...

New Delhi [India], December 04: The detection of poliovirus in the sewage samples from Gaza in July 2024 is a double trouble for the country, putting already war-ravaged thousands of people living in camps at risk of contracting the highly infectious disease that can cause deformities and paralysis. Across Gaza, thousands of people have been killed and wounded, and many are estimated to be missing. The health system is no longer functioning with the raging acute diarrhoeal disease, respiratory illnesses and Hepatitis-A and food insecurity, making the children even more susceptible to the disease. There are several other instances in the past where humanitarian crises have augmented the spread of polio, such as in 2017 in war-torn Syria, which left 74 children paralysed. In Somalia, a decad...

Bengaluru (Karnataka) [India], December 2: Former Supreme Court Justice V. Gopala Gowda expressed concerns over the environmental impact of sustainable development initiatives, stating that global warming is being exacerbated by the environmentally harmful practices of developed nations driven by their pursuit of luxury. Speaking at the inauguration of a two-day  CSR and NGO Collaboration Conference for a Sustainable Future,  held at a city hotel, Justice Gowda emphasised the urgent need for collective action to address these challenges. Environmental Challenges and the Role of the Constitution   “In India, the 44th Amendment to the Constitution introduced provisions to protect the environment and biodiversity. Following this, the Supreme Court’s Constitution Bench has delivered verdicts a...