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Ceasefire takes effect on Lebanese-Syrian border

US victory over Syria stalled as Al-Qaeda takes territorial control over Idlib

Hayat Tahrir al-Sham triumph over Idlib has become one of the "biggest tragedies" in the ongoing war, US State Department Syria envoy has said.

Aug 18, 2017

Rahul Gandhi launches 'Indira Canteen' in Bengaluru; all you need to know

Congress vice-president Rahul Gandhi launched Karnataka government's flagship project Indira Canteen in Bengaluru on Wednesday. The canteens will serve breakfast for Rs 5 and lunch for Rs 10.

Aug 16, 2017

From Bhallaladeva to Jehangir Khan: 7 movie characters who deserve a spin-off

Would you like a movie on Dear Zindagi's Jehangir Khan? Check out the list below to find out the other interesting characters who can have a movie of their own.

Aug 14, 2017

How far will Qatar go to appease the international community amid crisis?

From visa on-arrival to residency permit, Qatar has been launching one programme after another that looks like an image-building exercise amid the diplomatic row over its boycott.

Aug 11, 2017

Pinarayi Vijayan, Murugan, migrant worker death, Kerala

Kerala CM Pinarayi Vijayan apologises for migrant worker's death

Pinarayi Vijayan has also conveyed the message with a series of tweets in English and Tamil via the official Twitter page of Chief Minister's Office.

Aug 10, 2017

NGO video purports to show Libyan Coast Guard firing at migrant rescue boat

The clip, from NGO Proactiva Open Arms, reportedly shows one of the charitys boats being fired upon by the Libyan Coast Guard, while it was patrolling in international waters on 7 August.

Aug 9, 2017

Qatar crisis: Migrant workers sent on 'unpaid extended leaves' as business slumps

Amid the Qatar crisis, the unpaid leave of workers, mostly in the hospitality and construction sectors, is likely to be extended to three-four months, in addition to the usual one month paid leaves.

Aug 7, 2017

Are you an expat in Qatar? You could be a resident soon, but there's a catch!

Under the new law, Qatar's residence permits will be granted to people who fulfil certain criteria. The decision is said to be the government's way to garner the support of other nations amid the boycott.

Aug 3, 2017

US immigration bill set to RAISE hopes of Indian IT workers, entrepreneurs

A new bill mulled by the United States is looking to increase the number of residency cards given to skilled, English-speaking immigrants. Read to know how it could help Indian IT professionals.

Aug 3, 2017

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Will Saudi Arabia's 'dependent fee' lead to lesser number of Indians emigrating to the kingdom?

As the number of Indians emigrating to the Gulf countries has dropped, remittances have also reportedly fallen. The number is unlikely to improve with Saudi Arabia's "dependent fee" coming into effect.

Jul 24, 2017

Large fire started in Moria Refugee Camp on Lesbos

A fire broke out at the Moria migrant camp on the island of Lesbos, Greece, on 10 July, after a protest on the site. Hundreds of migrants are reportedly living in poor conditions at the camp.

Jul 11, 2017

Telangana: Rescue operation fails to save 18-month-old Chinnari stuck inside borewell

The Cyberabad Police registered a case against one T Malla Reddy, who is in charge of the land's maintenance though it is owned by his father. It is said the borewell was illegal.

Jun 25, 2017

Saudi Arabia expat dependent fee: How will it affect 41 lakh Indians?

Once the dependent fee comes into force, expats will be required to pay 100 Riyals (about Rs 1800) per month for each dependent member in the family.

Jun 21, 2017

Saudi Arabia dependent fee: Lakhs of Indians expected to return to the country after kingdom imposes 'family tax'

Once the tax comes into force, expats will be required to pay 100 Riyals (about Rs 1800) per month for each dependent member in the family.