With the fall in crude oil prices and the fading away of the glorious years of Gulf countries, there has been significant drop of about 98 per cent in net deposits by Non-Resident Indians (NRIs) in April-August this fiscal, says an ASSOCHAM report
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Indian-American couple arrested for running drug production operation in basement
The Nassau County Police Department (NCPD) reported the arrest of an Indian-American couple in Albertson, Long Island October 4, for allegedly operating a drug producing operation in the basement of their establishment.
NParks’ Parks Festival kicks off from October 28 to 29 with multiple activities
Away from the humdrum of city life, Singaporeans can expect a close rendezvous with Nature on October 28 and 29 during the NParks’ Parks Festival. The fun-filled weekend will feature more than 50 activities at about five parks in Singapore.
Punjab state Assembly Speaker seeks help from NRIs to develop state
Looking to reach out to Punjabis abroad, Punjab Vidhan Sabha speaker Rana KP Singh has sought the cooperation and contribution of the Punjabi Non-Resident Indians (NRI) towards the socio-economic development of the state.
Counter-terrorism exercise to be conducted at Changi Airport Terminal 3
To check the preparedness and coordination of the concerned agencies in case of a terrorist attack, a multi-agency counter-terrorism exercise will be conducted at Changi Airport Terminal 3 on October 17 between 1 and 3am.
GOPIO delegation meets Sushma Swaraj to discuss Indian-American issues
A delegation from the Global Organisation of People of Indian Origin (GOPIO), met with India’s External Affairs Minister Sushma Swaraj in New York on September 24 to discuss several Indian-American issues and areas of cooperation.
Deepavali to bring momentum in sales for UAE jewellers
Jewellers in United Arab Emirates (UAE) are happy that Festival of Lights Deepavali and Dhanteras will bring momentum in their sales as there has been drop in gold prices.
‘Job Shadowing Day’ to help special needs students discover career interests in Singapore
For helping special education (Sped) school students to get acquainted with various jobs in Singapore, Job Shadowing Day, will run as an annual programme from next year.
Movie jointly made by BRICS’ nations directors to be screened in China
In light of increased dialogue among its nations, a movie jointly made by five directors from BRICS (Brazil, Russia, India, China, South Africa) countries had a preview in north China’s Shanxi Province.
Indian man commits suicide in UAE
Frustrated with life, an Indian man committed suicide by hanging himself from a tree in Sharjah in the United Arab Emirates (UAE).
