South Asia

Russian mother and daughters discovered living in cave on Gokarna hill during forest patrol

GOKARNA: A 40-year-old Russian woman, Nina Kutina, along with her two young daughters, was found living in a makeshift cave home atop the landslide-prone Ramatirtha Hill in Gokarna, Karnataka. The startling discovery was made by Gokarna police during a routine patrol of the forested area known for its dangerous terrain and monsoon-triggered landslides. Officers patrolling […]

India rolls out e-visa facility for Kuwaiti nationals from July 13

KUWAIT CITY: In a move aimed at strengthening bilateral ties and easing travel procedures, India has officially launched its e-visa service for Kuwaiti nationals starting July 13, 2025. The Indian Embassy in Kuwait made the announcement, marking a new chapter in India–Kuwait relations and promoting seamless cross-border travel. Under the new facility, Kuwaiti citizens can […]

Preliminary report reveals pilot confusion in Air India crash

AHMEDABAD: A preliminary investigation report has revealed pilot confusion over engine fuel switches as a key factor in the tragic Air India crash that killed 260 people last month. The Boeing 787 Dreamliner, en route from Ahmedabad to London, crashed shortly after takeoff on 12 June, marking the deadliest aviation disaster in a decade. India’s […]

Khalid Al Ameri makes surprise cameo in Malayalam action-drama Chatha Pacha

KOCHI: From viral videos to the big screen — UAE’s favourite feel-good storyteller Khalid Al Ameri is officially going Mollywood! The popular influencer has made his debut in Malayalam action-drama Chatha Pacha, that’s already turning heads across Kerala and the Gulf. Khalid’s role? It’s a blink-and-you’ll-spot-it cameo — but trust us, it’s one that packs […]

Dubai-based Rayad Group Takes Responsibility for Misleading “Lifetime Golden Visa” Reports, VFS Clarifies Position

Dubai: Rayad Group has accepted full responsibility for recent reports surrounding a purported nomination-based UAE Golden Visa initiative, which included claims of a fixed Dh100,000 fee and lifetime visa benefits. Following stringent measures by the Federal Authority for Identity, Citizenship, Customs and Ports Security (ICP), Rayad Group stated, “We acknowledge recent media coverage and public […]

UAE denies rumours about lifetime Golden Visa for certain nationalities

ABU DHABI: The Federal Authority for Identity, Citizenship, Customs and Port Security (ICP) has denied the accuracy of rumours circulated by some local and international media outlets and websites regarding the United Arab Emirates granting lifetime Golden Visas to certain nationalities. ICP clarified that the categories, conditions, and regulations of the Golden Visa are clearly […]

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