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UK Offers 3,000 Visas To Indian Professionals Through Ballot System
20Feb By adminNo Comments
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UK Offers 3,000 Visas To Indian Professionals Through Ballot System

[ad_1] Applicants with a bachelor's degree or a higher education certificate are eligible for the ballot.The United Kingdom has opened its doorway to Indian citizens wanting to settle, work, or study in the country for two years. The British High Commission in India released a statement announcing a new ballot system under the India Young Professionals Scheme. Under the scheme, UK will provide 3,000 visas to Indian natives aged between 18-30. They will be granted permission to pursue their careers on European soil. The ballot window will open on February 20 at 2:30 pm India Standard Time (IST) to February 22 at 2:30 pm IST. “The first ballot of the India Young Professionals Scheme opens in less than 24 hours! If you're an Indian graduate who wants to live, work, or study in the UK for up...
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Historic Moment: Over 200 Hindu Outfits In UK Welcome Ram Temple Consecration Event
18Jan By adminNo Comments
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Historic Moment: Over 200 Hindu Outfits In UK Welcome Ram Temple Consecration Event

[ad_1] The consecration of the Ram Mandir in Ayodhya is a historic moment, the outfits said (File)New Delhi: More than 200 Hindu outfits based in the United Kingdom on Thursday welcomed the January 22 consecration ceremony in Ayodhya, saying the "historic moment" would mark the culmination of nearly five centuries of "dedicated efforts by countless devotees".In a joint statement, the outfits said they hoped households in the UK would celebrate the "homecoming" of Lord Ram to Ayodhya on January 22 like Diwali."We, the representatives of the Dharmic (religious) communities in the United Kingdom, are delighted to welcome the inauguration ceremony of the temple of Sri Ram (Ram Mandir) in Ayodhya, India, on 22nd January 2024," the statement read.It said Lord Ram is revered as the "embodiment ...
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Indian-Origin Teen Among 3 Killed In UK’s Nottingham Attacks
14Jun By adminNo Comments
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Indian-Origin Teen Among 3 Killed In UK’s Nottingham Attacks

[ad_1] Grace O'Malley Kumar was killed in the attack.An Indian-origin teenage university student described as a talented hockey player has been named locally on Wednesday as one of three victims of a frenzied series of attacks on the streets of Nottingham, central England. Grace O'Malley Kumar, 19, was reportedly with fellow University of Nottingham student cricketer friend - Barnaby Webber, also 19 - when the as-yet-unnamed attacker is said to have fatally stabbed the duo in the early hours of Tuesday.Nottinghamshire Police said the 31-year-old suspect, who remains in custody, then went on to stab a man in his 50s to death and also attempted to run over three people - still in hospital - with a van stolen from that man."We are keeping an 'open mind' and are working alongside Counter Ter...
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Indian-Origin UK Man Kills Father With Champagne Bottle, Jailed For Life
18Feb By adminNo Comments
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Indian-Origin UK Man Kills Father With Champagne Bottle, Jailed For Life

[ad_1] The man had killed his father by smashing a champagne bottle on his head (Representational)London: An Indian-origin man who was found guilty of the murder of his father by smashing a champagne bottle over his head in north London has been sentenced to life imprisonment.Deekan Paul Singh Vig, 54, was convicted following a trial at the Old Bailey court last month and was sentenced for a minimum term of 18 years before being considered for parole at the same court on Friday.“The actions of Deekan Paul Singh Vig have left his family devastated – they must continue to deal with the loss of a loved one while he will spend a significant period of time in jail as a consequence of his actions,” said Wayne Jolley, Detective Chief Inspector of the Metropolitan Police who led the murder inves...
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UK Youngsters Are Replacing Biscuits In Favour Of Samosa With Their Tea, Reveals Survey
8Feb By adminNo Comments
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UK Youngsters Are Replacing Biscuits In Favour Of Samosa With Their Tea, Reveals Survey

[ad_1] In Britain, tea is widely considered a staple drink and is deeply ingrained in the country's culture and history. The British culture of drinking tea is a long-standing tradition that dates back to the 17th century. The act of drinking tea is seen as a way to unwind and socialise, and is traditionally served with milk and sugar and accompanied by biscuits, scones or cakes. But you'd be surprised to know that the age-old tradition of dipping a biscuit into a cup of tea might become a thing of the past. A recent survey has revealed that youngsters in Britain are now ditching biscuits in favour of savoury snacks like samosas to enjoy with their tea. Also read: Butter Chicken Tops List Of Favourite Products By This US Grocery ChainAccording to a survey of 1,000 people by the United Ki...
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McDonald’s UK To Shut Restaurants For Queen Elizabeth II’s Funeral
16Sep By adminNo Comments
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McDonald’s UK To Shut Restaurants For Queen Elizabeth II’s Funeral

[ad_1] Queen Elizabeth II took her last breath at the age of 96, on September 8, 2022. She was the longest reigning monarch of the United Kingdom and celebrated her 70 years of the monarchy in June 2022. After the news of her demise, condolences poured in from across the world. Several countries announced state mourning too. Several offices, institutes, eateries and others decided to remain closed in honour of the late Queen. Joining the bandwagon, McDonald's recently announced to keep its outlets across the United Kingdom closed for Queen's funeral. The multi-national fast-food chain took to Twitter to make the announcement. The post read, "In honour of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II and to enable everyone at McDonald's to pay their respects, our restaurants across the UK will be closed...
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LIVE Updates: Charles To Be Proclaimed King Today, 2 Days After Queen’s Death
10Sep By adminNo Comments
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LIVE Updates: Charles To Be Proclaimed King Today, 2 Days After Queen’s Death

[ad_1] King Charles Updates: King Charles has named Prince William as the new Prince of Wales.Britain's Charles III will officially be proclaimed king in a ceremony on Saturday, a day after he vowed in his first speech to mourning subjects that he would emulate his "darling mama", Queen Elizabeth II.The 73-year-old automatically became monarch upon the queen's death Thursday, but an Accession Council ceremony at St James's Palace early Saturday is a constitutional formality to recognise his sovereignty."As the queen herself did with such unswerving devotion, I too now solemnly pledge myself, throughout the remaining time God grants me, to uphold the constitutional principles at the heart of our nation," King Charles said in his first address to the nation yesterday.Here are the Updates o...
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84-Year-Old UK Woman Runs In Marathon, Says “It Keeps Our Body Going”
6Sep By adminNo Comments
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84-Year-Old UK Woman Runs In Marathon, Says “It Keeps Our Body Going”

[ad_1] Picture shows Barbara Thakray who became one of the top finishers in a marathon.An 84-year-old woman became one of the top finishers in a marathon held in Altrincham, the United Kingdom on Sunday. In the race held on Sunday, Barbara Thackray, accompanied by her son James, registered a chip time of 01:26:45, according to a report in Altrincham Today News.The 84-year-old started running at the age of 77. She started with running 20 kilometres (12 miles) every week during lockdown, saying the exercise had kept her body functioning."I think it enables us to keep our body going," she told the BBC.Ms Thackray was raising money for St. Ann's Hospice in Heald Green, where her late sister Audrey was a patient, the outlet further said.According to Altrincham Today News, she has already surp...
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UK Couple Find Gold Coins Worth Rs 2.3 Crore Buried Under Their Kitchen Floor: Report
2Sep By adminNo Comments
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UK Couple Find Gold Coins Worth Rs 2.3 Crore Buried Under Their Kitchen Floor: Report

[ad_1] The stash of coins dates back more than 400 years. (Representational Photo)A UK couple struck gold while renovating their house. They found an incredible stash of 264 gold coins under the floor of the kitchen, according to UK-based The Times. The North Yorkshire couple will soon sell these ancient coins for 250,000 pounds (Rs 2.3 crore). The collection will be sold through an auction, which is being handled by Spink & Son, the outlet further said. The couple, who have chosen to remain anonymous, have been living in the same house for 10 years.The hoard of gold coins dates back more than 400 years, and was discovered in 2019."It's exciting to see what they are worth in a public marketplace," Gregory Edmund, from Spink & Son, was quoted as saying by The Times. "I am at a los...
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UK Beachgoers Warned About Fish That Can Make People Unconscious
25Aug By adminNo Comments
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UK Beachgoers Warned About Fish That Can Make People Unconscious

[ad_1] Picture shows a Weever fish which has three venomous spines present at its dorsal fin.The Royal National Lifeboat Institution (RNLI) has warned beachgoers about a particular species of small fish found across United Kingdom and Ireland. The institute said that the crustaceans have deadly sting containing venomous substance which may leave humans unconscious.These are known as Weever fish. The light-coloured fish easily blend in the sand. They spend the most of their time buried in the sand with just their dorsal fin visible above ground.There are three venomous spines present at the dorsal fin that protect the fish from its possible predators, said RNLI.A warning has been issued by institute for beachgoers to be on the lookout for the potentially harmful fish.Being stung by a Weev...
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