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Canada: Indian national stabbed near Ottawa, suspect arrested, Embassy assures support
World | Apr 05, 2025, 02:04 PM ISTAn Indian national was fatally stabbed in Rockland, near Ottawa. The Indian Embassy confirmed the incident and said a suspect has been arrested. Support is being extended to the victim’s family.
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'Shahzadi Khan, Indian woman facing death sentence over child's death in UAE, executed': MEA
India | Mar 03, 2025, 07:34 PM ISTThe MEA stated that the Indian Embassy in UAE got confirmation of the execution on February 28 and the information as conveyed to the father. The father of Shahzadi was also given a dedicated phone to contact the Indian Embassy.
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UAE expands visa-on-arrival facility for Indians, check eligibility criteria, visa fees
World | Feb 17, 2025, 08:50 AM ISTUnder the UAE’s visa policy, Indians with green cards from six countries including Singapore, Japan, South Korea, Australia, New Zealand, and Canada will be allowed access to the visa-on-arrival facility.
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US deported 116 Indian nationals, women and children unrestrained during flight: Sources
India | Feb 16, 2025, 11:35 PM ISTThe deportation of 116 Indian nationals from the US to Amritsar has sparked political controversy over their alleged mistreatment.
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Indian national among four arrested in Nepal for forcing women into prostitution
World | Feb 03, 2025, 12:05 AM ISTThe Indian National who was arrested was identified as Raya aged 35, who was also the manager of the hotel, a native of Bihar, the Nepal police said.
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Indian-Origin 'Unsung Heroes' featured on King Charles' 2025 New Year Honours list | Check here
World | Dec 31, 2024, 12:12 PM ISTAmong the 2025 Indian-origin Officers of the Order of the British Empire (OBEs) include cardiologist Professor Sanjay Arya for services to black and minority ethnic doctors and healthcare in north-west England; Nandini Das, Professor of Early Modern Literature and Culture.
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Who is Nimisha Priya, the Indian nurse from Kerala facing death sentence in Yemen?
World | Dec 31, 2024, 11:39 AM ISTYemen's Supreme Court had on November 13 last year dismissed the appeal of Nimisha Priya, who was working as a nurse in the west Asian country, against her death sentence.
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Indian family of 4 froze to death at Canada border: Two convicted of charges related to trafficking
World | Nov 23, 2024, 09:11 AM ISTThe deaths amid sub-zero temperatures, described as a "mind-blowing" tragedy, by Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau, cast a spotlight, on the economic pressures and human smuggling operations.
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US charges 57-year-old Indian with conspiring to 'illegally' export aviation components to Russia
World | Nov 23, 2024, 06:57 AM ISTIf found guilty, Sanjay Kaushik could face up to 20 years in prison and fines of up to USD 1 million per charge listed in the indictment.
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Pakistan's BIG move to attract Sikhs: Announces free online visas to pilgrims from THESE countries
World | Nov 02, 2024, 01:55 PM ISTPakistani interior minister said that holders of American, Canadian, and UK passports can apply online and receive their visas within 30 minutes without any fees.
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7 Indian fishermen died in Pakistani jails since May 2023, total of 209 still behind bars: Report
World | Oct 29, 2024, 11:19 AM ISTThe most recent death of an Indian fisherman was reported on October 25. He has been identified as Hari, though no additional information about him is currently available.
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Pakistani woman, mother of 4, living in India since 1985 arrested over forging documents
India | Oct 28, 2024, 06:37 PM ISTBased on intelligence reports, the investigation revealed that the Pakistani woman had obtained an Aadhaar card, PAN card, and other documents through fraudulent methods.
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At least 20 Indian nationals still in Russian Army, 85 released so far: Foreign Secretary Misri
World | Oct 21, 2024, 03:59 PM ISTDuring a special press briefing in New Delhi, Foreign Secretary Vikram Misri announced that 20 Indians are still awaiting discharge from the Russian Army.
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Indian-origin woman charged in Singapore for carrying watermelon-printed umbrellas | KNOW WHY
World | Sep 18, 2024, 06:22 PM ISTThey carried umbrellas painted with watermelon images in support of the Palestinian cause amid the Israel-Hamas war. The watermelon colours are the same as those on the Palestinian flag and the fruit has come to symbolise Palestinian solidarity.
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UK's mega eVisa transition drive: Govt urges all, including Indians to switch their stay permit
World | Sep 18, 2024, 04:59 PM ISTThe eVisa transition drive came as a majority of the physical biometric residence permits are set to expire towards the end of this year and are being automatically transitioned online in phases to be accessed by creating and logging into a UK Visas and Immigration (UKVI) online account.
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Indian Visa Application Centres in Bangladesh open limited slots for THESE people | DETAILS INSIDE
World | Sep 02, 2024, 07:39 PM ISTIndian Visa Application Centres in major cities across Bangladesh have started providing a limited number of appointment slots for Bangladeshi nationals who need urgent medical and student visas. These services are available in Dhaka, Chattogram, Rajshahi, Sylhet, and Khulna.
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'Completely false claims': Death of Telangana man in Saudi Arabia remains shrouded in mystery
World | Aug 26, 2024, 07:08 PM ISTAmid reports that a 27-year-old man from Telangana died in Saudi Arabia last week after becoming lost in the desert, his family has claimed that this information is false.
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UK Police busts Indian-origin gang who hide drugs worth millions in frozen chicken
World | Aug 26, 2024, 06:33 PM ISTA drug smuggling ring that used pallets of raw chicken to transport millions of pounds worth of cocaine across the country has been sentenced to prison. The ten members of the gang will collectively spend over 80 years behind bars.
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Indian-origin couple, daughter killed in car crash in US, police call it 'worst' crashes in 26 years
World | Aug 18, 2024, 06:15 PM ISTMani and his wife were driving their daughter to college in North Texas and had left their son behind because he started school that day. Witnesses claimed the vehicle passed them at a high speed before the collision.
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India issues travel advisory for Lebanon amid spiralling situation, issues emergency contact number
World | Jul 29, 2024, 02:19 PM ISTIn the latest travel advisory, MEA said: "In view of the recent developments in the region, all Indian nationals in Lebanon and those planning to travel to Lebanon are advised to exercise caution."