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Strategic Global South Push by India: PM Modi aims to bolster influence of Bharat in Africa and Latin America
Organiser Weekly
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Prime Minister Narendra Modi embarked on a high-stakes diplomatic tour from July 2 to July 9, 2025, spanning five nations across Africa, the Caribbean, and South America, with a significant appearance at the BRICS Summit in Brazil. This strategic...
Sri Lanka among top 3 summer getaways according to Emirates search data
Lanka Business Online
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July 9, 2025
Sri Lanka is among the top three summer destinations for travel in July and August, according to the latest booking data of Emirates, the world’s biggest international airline. Emirates reports that Sri Lanka has seen a 32% increase in flight...
Map Shows Countries Offering Americans 'Golden Visas'
Newsweek
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July 9, 2025
The past few months have seen a surge in the number of Americans applying for "golden visas" around the world as growing economic uncertainty pushes many wealthy residents to look for stability out of the country. Golden visas, also known as...
Top Destinations For Summer 2025 Retreat May Surprise You!
MENAFN
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July 9, 2025
(MENAFN- Bangladesh Monitor) Dubai: As international travel reaches a fever pitch this summer, Emirates' latest analysis of global booking data and search patterns reveals where travellers are dreaming of and escaping to in July and August, with a...
PM Modi embarks on Africa & Latin America tour; Know more about the longest foreign trip in 11 years
Organiser Weekly
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In a bold diplomatic manoeuvre aimed at deepening energy ties, strengthening defence partnerships, cultural ties and expanding India’s presence across two continents, Prime Minister Narendra Modi is set to embark on an eight-day, five-nation tour...
Good news for Indian travellers: Travel to these 17 countries with visas for application fees of Rs..., know details
DNA India
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These visas allow remote workers to live and work in a foreign country for a specified period, immersing themselves in new cultures, cuisines, and languages. Imagine leaving your 9-to-5 job behind and working from a beachside cafe in Indonesia or...
Moa “De-Extinction” Plans Announced – Expert Reaction
Scoop
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An overseas company has announced plans to “bring back” the South Island giant moa. Colossal Biosciences, working with Ngāi Tahu Research Centre and Canterbury Museum, says it expects to “resurrect” the moa within five to eight years, aiming to...
Emirates reveals its most popular booking destinations for summer 2025
AeroTime News
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July 9, 2025
Dubai-based Emirates has revealed its list of most popular destinations for the summer 2025 travel peak. Data analyzed from the carrier’s booking engine display that regular favorite locations still feature highly on the list, although there is a...
Population dividend, technological leapfrogging, and high growth rates signal opportunities for African economies
The Brookings Institution
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[music] SIGNÉ: Hello, I am Landry Signe, senior fellow in the Global Economy and Development program and the Africa Growth Initiative at the Brookings Institution. Welcome to the Foresight Africa podcast, where I engage with distinguished leaders...
I ditched UK for ‘Europe’s Maldives’ with fab beaches & £1 beer…childcare’s FREE & bills cost less than KFC Family Feast
The Scottish Sun
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July 8, 2025
IT’S known as the “Maldives of Europe” thanks to its stunning white sand beaches and crystal clear turquoise waters. Add to that an insanely cheap cost of living that's a jaw-dropping 61 per cent lower than the UK, and it was a no-brainer for...
Experts from various countries join IIRSI 2025 ophthalmology convention in Chennai
The Hindu
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July 5, 2025
Anil Kumar Bachoo, Minister of Health and Wellness, Government of Mauritius, and Palanivel Thiagarajan, Minister of Information Technology and Digital Services and Amar Agarwal, Secretary General, IIRSI , Arthi Ganesh, PRO - Chancellor, Vel...
‘Siddaramaiah must clarify': Minister Piyush Goyal slams Karnataka CM over vaccine remarks
The Indian Express
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July 5, 2025
Union Commerce and Industry Minister Piyush Goyal Saturday lashed out at Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah, accusing him and the Congress of belittling India’s scientific community and pharmaceutical sector. Goyal’s rebuttal came in response...
WHO Defends Malaysia’s Anti-Tobacco Award Despite Nicotine Vape Manufacturing Licence
CodeBlue
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June 27, 2025
KUALA LUMPUR, June 27 — The World Health Organization (WHO) has defended its decision to award Health Minister Dzulkefly Ahmad with this year’s anti-tobacco accolade, despite Malaysia’s issuance of its first nicotine vape manufacturing licence. At...
Emirates reveals flight searches for summer travel increased by 7% compared to last year
Tourism Breaking News (UAE)
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July 8, 2025
Post Views: 48 Vietnam’s vibrant third metropolis is a gateway to a trio of UNESCO World Heritage treasures and over 3,000km of untouched coastline. For culinary adventurers, Vietnamese cuisine is a story in every bite. From bustling street food...
Emirates pilot on travelling the world and how she got her dream job
Belfast Live
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July 8, 2025
An Irish pilot has opened on on her life travelling the world and what the best parts of her job are. It comes as Emirates will be holding a pilot recruitment roadshow in Dublin from July 17 to 18, seeking to recruit experienced commercial pilots....
Curefoods IPO opens soon: Will EatFit, Krispy Kreme, Frozen Bottle serve up listing gains?
Financial Express
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Is fast food still a hot business? We have seen how different brokerage houses have recently downgraded key food delivery stocks like Zomato and Swiggy, citing increased competition. But that’s not deterring this internet-driven multi-brand food...
Brazil to confer highest honour on PM Modi, marking deeper India-Brazil ties
The Statesman (India)
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July 8, 2025
Prime Minister Narendra Modi is set to receive Brazil’s highest honour, the Grand Collar of the National Order of the Southern Cross. This prestigious award underscores the strong and growing relationship between India and Brazil. PM Modi recently...
Dangerous mines: A death at the bottom of the EV supply chain
Rest of World
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July 8, 2025
Darlington Vivito told his parents goodbye on a chilly, drizzly evening in March 2023. He put on warm clothes, preparing for the night ahead. The 22-year-old left the family’s small homestead in Bikita, a rural district in southeastern Zimbabwe,...
Emirates search data reveals top 2025 summer getaways
Times Aerospace
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Flight searches for summer travel have climbed 7% compared to last year, with France leading the charge, experiencing a remarkable 35% increase in outbound travel searches, followed by Ireland, Canada and Saudi Arabia. Germany and the United Arab...
Banks eye global market
The Times Group Malawi
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July 8, 2025
By Kingsley Jassi: At least three of the locally built banks have either expanded into the region or are making progress in negotiating to purchase controlling stake in foreign banks. This is said to signify the country’s strength in the financial...