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Mahalaya Ends On October 14, Marks Beginning Of Navratri
The Hindu calendar welcomes Mahalaya on October 14 which marks the completion of Pitru Paksha and the onset of Devi Paksha. The glorious nights praising the Goddess start with the Mahalaya, the no-moon day (Amavasya) falling in the lunar month of Ashwin. With the end of Mahalaya, people will embark on the festivities mood. Navratri would thus commence on October 15 and extend till Dusshera, October 24.
Tags: Mahalaya, Navratri, Indian Festival, Pitar paksh, Art and Culture, INDIANS
Courtesy: The Free Press Journal
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230 Indians To Fly Back From War Zone Israel
Around 230 people will be the first Indian nationals to fly back from Israel under ‘Operation Ajay,’ the Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) said on Thursday, adding that the Indian Air Force (IAF) could also be roped in to bring Indians back home from the war-hit country. The Operation Ajay was launched to bring back stranded Indians, mostly students from war hit Israel Palestine region.
Tags: operation ajay, Israel conflict, INDIANS, S Jaishankar, Indian government
Courtesy: Hindustan Times
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Indians Can Travel To 57 Global Destinations Visa Free
In good news, Indians can now travel visa-free in approximately 57 countries. The latest ranking published by Henley Passport Index confirmed the position of India ranking in progress at the 80th spot. Moving it up five places from its position in 2022, Indians can now travel to 57 destinations including Indonesia, Thailand, Rwanda, Jamaica, and Sri Lanka. In addition, Singapore is strongest in position, allowing visa-free travel to 192… read-more
Tags: indian, Passport Index, Travel, visa free travel, INDIANS
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Biden Administration Eases Visa Application For Indian Workers
In a major boost to the Indians, the United States Administration announced ease to visa application for skilled workers. The development came amid the visit of PM Narendra Modi to the USA, on Joe Biden's invitation. On June 22, the Joe Biden administration announced the same with H-1B visa holders, who are now allowed to renew their visas for work in the nation.
Tags: H-1B Visas, INDIANS, Workers, Joe Biden Administration, PM Narendra Modi
Courtesy: ANI News
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Relief For Indians Applying For US Citizenship, Joe Biden Eases Norms
In good news to Indians awaiting citizenship in the United States, the Joe Biden administration announced to ease norms for a green card. On June 16, the Biden administration has eased norms by releasing policy guidance on the eligibility criteria for those waiting for green cards to work and stay in America. The move came days ahead of PM Narendra Modi's visit to the US, starting from June 21-23.
Tags: Joe BIden, GREEN CARD, USA Citizenship, INDIANS, PM Modi
Courtesy: Press Trust of India
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Why Green Card Approval Is Long Term Wait For Foreign Nationals?
Here's why green card approval is long-term wait for nationals of different countries. The long and agonizing wait for Green Cards for people from India, China, Mexico and the Philippines is mainly due to the country-based quota system in its allocation which can be changed only by the US Congress, a senior official has said. Furthermore, the Senior Advisor to the same said, the annual limit also plays a major role.
Tags: International residents, GREEN CARD, United States, Mexican, INDIANS
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Operation Kaveri, 1st Batch Leaves Conflict Hit Sudan
The first group of Indians stranded in Sudan has left the conflict-hit nation in an Indian Navy warship for Saudi Arabia's Jeddah. Foreign Ministry spokesperson Arindam Bagchi tweeted photos of the Indians on board the INS Sumedha. Some held the national flag to thank the government for arranging for their evacuation. The evacuation is being held as Operation kaveri, launched and being held by the Union Government.
Tags: National news, Sudan Violence, operation kaveri, Indian government, INDIANS
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Indian Embassy In Sudan Issues Advisory For Indian Amid Violence
Amid the violence in Sudan, the Indian Embassy in Sudan advised Indians in the country to avoid venturing out. In an advisory, the Indian Embassy said, "Based on the latest inputs the fighting has not subsided on day two. We sincerely request all fellow Indians to continue stay where they are and not venture outside." The notice was issued after the capital city of Sudan reported violence attack.
Tags: Indian Embassy, Sudan Violence, Advisory, INDIANS, World news
Courtesy: The Press Trust of India
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Video Of Britishers Playing Dhol At Wedding Goes Viral
A video of Britishers playing dhol in the United Kingdom is getting viral on social-media platforms. A Twitter users shared the video with caption, "Angrezon se band and dhol bajwa rahe hain Punjabi. Classic Revenge by Indians. (on a lighter note guys)." The video has garnered over 18.4K views and multiple comments and retweets. The video was a wedding precision, in which English people were hired to play band.
Tags: Viral video, INDIANS, UK Band, English People, Twitter
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PM Modi Extends Vijayadashami Greetings To Citizens Of India, Tweets
Prime Minister (PM) Narendra Modi extended Vijayadashami greetings to the people of India, on October 5. Taking to Twitter, Narendra Modi greeted Dussehra and said the festival is symbolic of victory. The tweet read, "सभी देशवासियों को विजय के प्रतीक-पर्व विजयादशमी की बहुत-बहुत बधाई। मेरी कामना है कि यह पावन अवसर हर किसी के जीवन में साहस, संयम और सकारात्मक ऊर्जा लेकर आए।"
Tags: PM Narendra Modi, Vijayadashmi, Twitter, Extended Greetings, INDIANS
Courtesy: Press Trust of India
