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Saudi budget airline Flynas to begin operations next month

Saudi budget airline Flynas to begin operations next month

Rediff.com25 Jul 2014

The airline operates nearly 950 weekly flights on 28 destinations within and outside of Saudi Arabia.

Tata's successor may be an expatriate

Tata's successor may be an expatriate

Rediff.com18 Nov 2009

However, Tata said he will be most comfortable to have an Indian as his successor.

Chinese smartphones are now 'Indian brands'!

Chinese smartphones are now 'Indian brands'!

Rediff.com18 Jun 2020

To escape backlash, handset makers of all major Chinese brands who have their own manufacturing lines in India or outsource from third party vendors here have decided to highlight Made-in-India in their packaging more prominently from now.

Kuwait to deport expats over protest against Prophet remark

Kuwait to deport expats over protest against Prophet remark

Rediff.com13 Jun 2022

All expats in Kuwait must respect Kuwait laws and not take part in any type of demonstrations, said the instructions.

3 Naval ships sent to evacuate Indians from the Maldives, UAE

3 Naval ships sent to evacuate Indians from the Maldives, UAE

Rediff.com5 May 2020

INS Jalashwa deployed off Mumbai coast, along with INS Magar, diverted for Maldives on Monday night, he said.

A dinner invitation none would refuse!

A dinner invitation none would refuse!

Rediff.com26 Apr 2020

To the future Chairman of Selectors, it revealed how simple and humble the batting colossus was.

Indian IT cos recall staff from Bahrain

Indian IT cos recall staff from Bahrain

Rediff.com21 Mar 2011

Indian IT giants like TCS, Infosys and Wipro have decided to call back their employees from Bahrain.

Indian cities become cheaper for expats

Indian cities become cheaper for expats

Rediff.com11 Jun 2008

Rise in commodity prices, which has impacted the common man in the country, has surprisingly not hit the expatriates living here and their cost of living in Indian cities has actually become cheaper, a latest survey says.Seven Indian cities - Mumbai, New Delhi, Chennai, Hyderabad, Kolkata, Pune and Bangalore - all witnessed a fall in their global ranks making them cheaper to live in for expatriates.

Will cricket get the nod for 2028 LA Olympic Games?

Will cricket get the nod for 2028 LA Olympic Games?

Rediff.com4 Aug 2022

Cricket has been shortlisted for potential inclusion at the 2028 Los Angeles Games along with baseball-softball, flag football, lacrosse, breakdancing, karate, kickboxing, squash and motorsport.

Can India Get Nirav Modi, Vijay Mallya From The UK?

Can India Get Nirav Modi, Vijay Mallya From The UK?

Rediff.com1 Jun 2023

It is high time the Indian government signalled discomfort with the UK providing refuge to those accused of financial crimes in India, states Jaimini Bhagwati.

Indian cities become costlier for expats

Indian cities become costlier for expats

Rediff.com23 Jul 2008

Strengthening rupee and growing aspirational demand has made four Indian cities -- Delhi, Mumbai, Bangalore and Chennai -- increasingly expensive for expatriates to live in, a latest global survey says.

What Did Modi Tell MbS?

What Did Modi Tell MbS?

Rediff.com12 Sep 2022

'Honoured to call on HRH Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman in Jeddah this evening. Conveyed the warm greetings of PM @narendramodi.'

'Women are the most amazing creations of God'

'Women are the most amazing creations of God'

Rediff.com20 Nov 2023

'The girl who helps me at home has had a tough life, yet her perspective of life is so much more positive than mine despite the hardships she's endured.'

Will Indian workers in UAE get a better deal after Modi's visit?

Will Indian workers in UAE get a better deal after Modi's visit?

Rediff.com17 Aug 2015

Prime Minister Modi chatted with the workers, enquiring about the place and their welfare and jobs.

Indian diaspora a 'great capital', opportunities await you: PM

Indian diaspora a 'great capital', opportunities await you: PM

Rediff.com8 Jan 2015

Indian diaspora is a "great capital" for the country which needs to be nurtured, Prime Minister Narendra Modi said on Thursday as he sought its cooperation in transforming India that awaits them with opportunities.

Indians help out fellow Muslims at Mecca

Indians help out fellow Muslims at Mecca

Rediff.com18 Oct 2013

Over 2,000 Indians are providing selfless services to millions Haj pilgrims from all over the world who have gathered in the holy city of Mecca, forming the largest expatriate volunteer group.

Iran to drop work permit tax for Indians

Iran to drop work permit tax for Indians

Rediff.com1 Sep 2003

Iran has decided to abolish the 33 per cent work permit tax on Indian business houses and workers

Indians in UAE await 'once in a lifetime' Modi moment

Indians in UAE await 'once in a lifetime' Modi moment

Rediff.com17 Aug 2015

The Indian community in the United Arab Emirates is eagerly waiting to hear and cheer Prime Minister Narendra Modi at a Madison Square-like event in Dubai on Monday that is expected to draw over 50,000 people.

Dubai ruler tweets in Malayalam, Pinarayi replies in Arabic, Gulf expats go ecstatic

Dubai ruler tweets in Malayalam, Pinarayi replies in Arabic, Gulf expats go ecstatic

Rediff.com3 Feb 2022

A tweet in Malayalam by Sheikh Mohamed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, vice president and prime minister of the United Arab Emirates and ruler of Dubai, soon after his meeting with Kerala Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan in the Emirates, has gone viral on social media as several expatriate Malayalis shared it on their virtual platforms.

Overseas Indians to discuss country's growth

Overseas Indians to discuss country's growth

Rediff.com23 Dec 2009

Overseas Indian affairs minister Vayalar Ravi said on Wednesday investment promotion, sharing of knowledge and property issues relating to the expatriates will be among the main themes of the three-day meet to be inaugurated by Prime Minister Manmohan Singh on January 8.

Maldives declares state of emergency for 15 days

Maldives declares state of emergency for 15 days

Rediff.com5 Feb 2018

Opposition leaders across the Maldives are being rounded up and placed under detention as draconian measures are being put in place by President Abdulla Yameen.

Bengaluru best Indian city for expats

Bengaluru best Indian city for expats

Rediff.com26 May 2010

According to the Worldwide Quality of Living survey 2010 for 221 cities globally, Bengaluru remains the best placed among Indian cities in the global list at 140th rank this year, an improvement from its 142nd rank in last year's list.

Airlift Review: Akshay is impressive

Airlift Review: Akshay is impressive

Rediff.com22 Jan 2016

'Even when toasting a true story, say our movies, a superstar is worth more than a real hero,' says Raja Sen.

Don't worry about new Saudi job law: India to expatriates

Don't worry about new Saudi job law: India to expatriates

Rediff.com3 Apr 2013

The government on Saturday said there was no reason for two million plus Indian workforce in Saudi Arabia to be "paranoid" on account of a new labour law, 'Nitaqat' and asserted there was "ongoing" discussion with the Saudi authorities in the matter.

Indians bet big on Dubai realty

Indians bet big on Dubai realty

Rediff.com19 Oct 2006

Indians are among the top property investors among non-Arabs in Dubai following British nationals who top the list

Meet the expats who guide Indian firms

Meet the expats who guide Indian firms

Rediff.com25 Nov 2009

Expatriate talent is the need of the hour as more and more companies have international clients and a major chunk of revenue comes from the overseas.

Don't we Indians matter too?

Don't we Indians matter too?

Rediff.com25 Jul 2019

If foreigners need reasonable taxes, why offer citizens something else? If foreign businessmen look for assurance on the rule of law, so do citizens, argues T N Ninan.

CAA against Tamil race and secularism, is unconstitutional, DMK tells SC

CAA against Tamil race and secularism, is unconstitutional, DMK tells SC

Rediff.com30 Nov 2022

The ruling Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam (DMK) has submitted before the Supreme Court that it is discriminatory to exclude Tamil refugees from the purview of the Citizenship (Amendment) Act, 2019 and prayed that the legislation be declared null and void as it is unconstitutional and "destroys the basic fabric of secularism."

Bahrain: Indians among workers sacked

Bahrain: Indians among workers sacked

Rediff.com8 Nov 2005

Twenty garment factories have closed down in the last four years, leaving only eight operational

75% Indian workers lack health insurance: Survey

75% Indian workers lack health insurance: Survey

Rediff.com28 Jun 2010

Almost 75 per cent of Indian, Asians and Arab expatriates living in the metropolis have no health insurance, a survey carried out in the city revealed.

Dubai-based Indian expat's 7 family members survive Kerala crash

Dubai-based Indian expat's 7 family members survive Kerala crash

Rediff.com8 Aug 2020

Since Friday evening, 41-year-old Shemir, who works as a logistics manager in Dubai Silicon Oasis, has been making frantic phone calls to different trauma centres in Kerala near the Kozhikode airport to get information of his family members on board the flight.

First flights to bring back Indians land in Kerala

First flights to bring back Indians land in Kerala

Rediff.com7 May 2020

Launching its biggest ever repatriation exercise, India on Thursday airlifted 363 of its citizens, including nine infants, stranded in the United Arab Emirates due to the international travel lockdown over the COVID-19 pandemic.

3 Indian banks ink JV for Malaysian arm

3 Indian banks ink JV for Malaysian arm

Rediff.com5 Jun 2009

The subsidiary will become operational by the end of the second quarter and cater to Indian corporates and expatriates in Malaysia. In the joint venture, BOB will hold 40 per cent stake, IOB 35 per cent, while Andhra Bank will hold the rest 25 per cent. Initial investment is pegged at Rs 405 crore (Rs 4.5 billion).

Indian cities become costlier for expats

Indian cities become costlier for expats

Rediff.com26 Nov 2007

Seven Indian cities - Mumbai, New Delhi, Chennai, Hyderabad, Kolkata, Pune and Bangalore have all moved up by 14-21 ranks in the survey titled 'Worldwide Cost of Living Ranking 2007' prepared by Hong Kong-based solution provider for international HR professionals ECA International.

Indians dominate top posts in Dubai

Indians dominate top posts in Dubai

Rediff.com31 Oct 2005

Indians dominate managerial positions in private sector establishments in Dubai, holding more than 40 per cent of the posts, a new study has said.

American desis cheer for India

American desis cheer for India

Rediff.com11 Aug 2015

The largest parade to date, the festivities included marching bands, over 20 floats and dozens of walking groups. The over a mile parade route was filled with spectators, in many instances three and four rows deep.

Immigration scam by Indian busted in US

Immigration scam by Indian busted in US

Rediff.com16 Jun 2008

With the arrest of seven Indians, American authorities have claimed to have busted an immigration racket run by an infotech company owner who charged tens of thousands of dollars from expatriates by fraudulently sponsoring their H-1B work visas.

Bickson new MD of Indian Hotels

Bickson new MD of Indian Hotels

Rediff.com20 Jun 2003