Immigration Laws In The UAE Change Starting Tomorrow
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Immigration Laws In The UAE Change Starting Tomorrow

A new advanced visa system announced by the United Arab Emirates (UAE) is set to go into effect on Monday. Golden visas will be extended for 10 years, green residency will be extended for five years, and a new multiple-entry tourist visa will be introduced to allow visitors to stay for 90 days in the country. In addition to tourists, those who wish to work or live in the UAE might also be affected by the changes in immigration laws. Key changes under the UAE's new immigration laws Under the five-year green visa, foreigners won't need the help of UAE nationals or their employers to spons

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A List Of 50 Iconic Indian Heritage Textiles Has Been Released By Unesco
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A List Of 50 Iconic Indian Heritage Textiles Has Been Released By Unesco

On Thursday, UNESCO released a list of 50 iconic and exclusive heritage textile crafts. There were textiles from Tamil Nadu, Hyderabad, and Sambalpur in Odisha selected for the show. They include Toda embroidery and Sungadi, Himroo weaves, and Bandha tie and dye weaving. Describes the complex and secret processes behind the production of traditional Indian textiles, discusses the reasons for their dwindling popularity, and discusses strategies for preserving them in Handmade for the 21st Century: Safeguarding Traditional Indian Textile. South Asia faces a huge challenge in safeguarding

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PM Modi Attends Former PM Shinzo Abe’s State Funeral, Meets His Japanese Counterpart Fumio Kishida
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PM Modi Attends Former PM Shinzo Abe’s State Funeral, Meets His Japanese Counterpart Fumio Kishida

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Tuesday met the Japanese Prime Minister Fumio Kishida and conveyed his deepest condolences over the unexpected passing away of former Prime Minister Shinzo Abe as he highlighted the late Japanese leader's role in boosting the bilateral partnership and his vision of a free and inclusive Indo-Pacific region. "Landed in Tokyo," Modi tweeted, posting photos of him while getting off the plane. He also shared a similar tweet in Japanese. PM Modi, along with several world leaders, paid tributes to Abe. Representatives from over 100 countries, including over 20 h

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Prime Minister Narendra Modi Wishes His Israeli Counterpart A Joyous Rosh Hashanah
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Prime Minister Narendra Modi Wishes His Israeli Counterpart A Joyous Rosh Hashanah

On Sunday, Prime Minister Narendra Modi wished Israeli Prime Minister Modi to greet Israeli Prime Minister Yair Lapid and the Jewish community on the occasion of the Jewish New Year- Rosh Hashanah. He tweeted from his official tweeter handle, “Warmest greetings for Rosh Hashanah to my friend, Yair Lapid, Israel’s friendly people and the Jewish Community all over the world. May the new year bring good health, peace and prosperity to everyone.” Rosh Hashanah means ‘heads of the year’ which is a two-day celebration that marks every autumn the beginning of Jewish Holy Days. The mi

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365MW Power Purchase From India Is Planned To Meet Nepal’s Winter Energy Requirements
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365MW Power Purchase From India Is Planned To Meet Nepal’s Winter Energy Requirements

As a result of dwindling hydropower production, Nepal's state-owned power utility is planning on buying up to 365MW from Indian power traders in winter. As Nepal prepares for the long-term purchase of electricity from India through competitive bidding, this is the first of its kind. Due to this, Nepal's homes will be illuminated with Indian energy during the winter months. An agreement for six months with India is being sought by the Nepalese power authority from December 1 this year to May 31 next year. Dhalkebar-Muzaffarpur cross-border transmission line will deliver 300MW from the Mu

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Denmark becomes the first to support ‘loss and damage’ climate funding
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Denmark becomes the first to support ‘loss and damage’ climate funding

Denmark on Tuesday promised to aid over $13 million (100 million Danish crowns) to support developing nations that have faced the brunt caused by climate disruptions, becoming the first country to offer "loss and damage" compensation to areas that are most vulnerable to climate disturbances. Danish Development Minister Flemming Møller Mortensen announced the decision on the sidelines of the United Nations General Assembly, stating the new climate funds would be provided to the Sahel region in northwestern Africa and other frail regions. "I am very happy that we have agreed to increase

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US billionaire Yvon Chouinard donated his company to fight climate change
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US billionaire Yvon Chouinard donated his company to fight climate change

Billionaire Yvon Chouinard, the founder of outdoor fashion retailer Patagonia announced he has donated his company to a charitable trust. Under the new ownership order, any profit not reinvested in operating the company would go to combating climate change. This will amount to approximately $100 billion every year, Yvon Chouinard said. Yvon Chouinard's Patagonia was founded in 1973 and it sells hiking and other outdoor clothing in more than 10 countries.  According to a BBC report, the company's estimated revenue was $1.5 billion in 2022, while the net worth of Yvon Chouinard is sa

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William Ruto Has Promised An Ambitious Climate Plan For Kenya
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William Ruto Has Promised An Ambitious Climate Plan For Kenya

President William Ruto pledged to phase out fossil fuels for electricity by 2030 and said climate change would be a key element of the government's plan. On Tuesday, at Nairobi's Moi International Sports Complex, President Ruto said, "Our country suffers the consequences of climate emergency." "It is imperative that we reduce global warming to 1.5 degrees Celsius, help those in need, and end fossil fuel addiction," he concluded, echoing the call by the Secretary-General of the United Nations to reduce the world's reliance on fossil fuels. President Ruto pledged to implement a full and j

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Scrap Metals Recycler Romco Eyes Green Hydrogen To Power Furnaces In Africa
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Scrap Metals Recycler Romco Eyes Green Hydrogen To Power Furnaces In Africa

The CEO of Romco Metal, which recycles scrap aluminium in Nigeria and Ghana, said the company plans to increase production five-fold to 100,000 tonnes per year. Green hydrogen is being created for its furnaces as part of a project to power them. Its expansion plans include raising $50 million in debt and equity to help drive growth. Romco is based in the UK. To meet the growing demand for aluminium, Romco's CEO and founder Raymond Onovwigun says the company will open seven new plants in Africa over the next five years. Copper recycling has been started by the firm recently. A combined 1

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At 73, Charles Takes The Throne As Queen Elizabeth Breathes Her Last
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At 73, Charles Takes The Throne As Queen Elizabeth Breathes Her Last

On Thursday, Queen Elizabeth II died after her longest reign as monarch. After she died, Charles, the former Prince of Wales and heir-in-waiting, immediately took the throne. Charles has spent the better part of his life preparing for the throne. The time has finally come, at the age of 73. Saturday, the Accession Council will proclaim Charles III the new monarch. In history, Charles is the oldest British monarch to assume the throne. When his mother, Elizabeth, was 26 years old, she was crowned Queen. His coronation will make him the head of state of the UK, Australia, Canada, New Zeal

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