The Indian Embassy in London, on Tuesday, advised visitors from India to stay vigilant and exercise due caution while travelling in the UK. Rioting and lawlessness have recently swept Great Britain due to misinformation on social media. The misinformation stirred anger over a stabbing rampage that killed three young girls and wounded many others. “It...
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Travel alert for Australians visiting UK amid ongoing riots after Southport stabbing attack
In short: Smart Traveller has issued a travel alert to Australians in the UK warning them to avoid areas where protests are occurring. Rioting has broken out in cities across the UK amid online misinformation in the wake of the Southport stabbing which killed three young girls. What’s next? Several other countries have issued their...
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UK cancels two computing infrastructure projects for AI support worth $1.3 billion, to prioritise other fiscal plans | Today News
The United Kingdom has dropped two taxpayer funded $1.7 billion (£1.3 billion) worth of computing infrastructure projects (£500 million and £800 million, respectively), to prioritise other fiscal plans, CNBC reported, citing a government spokesperson. The first project worth £500 million was promised to the AI Research Resource by former Prime Minister Rishi Sunak’s government in...
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Australia and Nigeria among countries to issue UK travel warnings over riots
Several countries have issued safety warnings to their citizens in the UK due to anti-immigration protests and riots. Australia, Nigeria, Malaysia and Indonesia have all given advice to their nationals living in or visiting the UK to stay away from demonstrations. Australia’s government told its citizens to “exercise a high degree of caution”, adding: “Avoid...
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FG Issues Travel Advisory For Nigerians Travelling To UK – Trending News
The Federal Government of Nigeria has issued a travel advisory for Nigerians travelling to the United Kingdom following racially motivated riots in parts of the kingdom. The advisory was contained in a Statement by the Spokesperson of the Ministry Of Foreign Affairs in Abuja, Eche Abu-Obe. The Ministry cautions Nigerians travelling to or who currently...
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‘You’ll regret your decision’, people say as woman quits her job in UK to return to India forever
The Indian diaspora in the UK has grown significantly over the years. Many have migrated to this country seeking better financial opportunities and improved quality of life. This woman was on the list until she realised she was unhappy while staying in a foreign land and wanted to return to her home country. She expressed...
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UK Cops Question Teen After Deadly Knife Attack Kills 3
Flowers, teddy bears and tributes were left near the scene of Monday’s stabbing spree Southport, United Kingdom: UK police on Tuesday questioned a 17-year-old suspect arrested after a “ferocious” knife attack which killed three children and critically injured eight others. Flowers, teddy bears and tributes were left near the scene of Monday’s stabbing spree at...
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India, UK launch joint tech security initiative
India and the UK on Wednesday launched a Technology Security Initiative aimed at ensuring telecommunications security and collaboration in key areas such as critical minerals, semiconductors, artificial intelligence, quantum computing and health technology. Prime Minister Narendra Modi with UK foreign secretary David Lammy in New Delhi on Wednesday. (Photo from X) The launch of the...
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India, UK launch Technology Security Initiative led by NSAs
New Delhi: The Prime Ministers of India and the United Kingdom are launching a new ‘Technology Security Initiative‘ (TSI) to elevate the strategic partnership between the two countries to the next level. This was announced during visit of UK Foreign Secretary David Lammy. The TSI will be coordinated by the National Security Advisors (NSAs) of...
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Maison Ferrand buys UK distributor – The Spirits Business
French spirits producer Maison Ferrand has acquired distributor Identity Drinks, marking the creation of a UK business. Maison Ferrand UK has been established after the purchase of distributor Identity Drinks The deal – financial terms of which have not been disclosed – follows Maison Ferrand’s purchase of a 60% stake in the UK distributor in...
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Iceland Boosts International Tourism industry with Visa Free Travel Access to 150 countries including US, Brazil and UK – Travel And Tour World
Home » EUROPE » Iceland Boosts International Tourism industry with Visa Free Travel Access to 150 countries including US, Brazil and UK Tuesday, July 23, 2024 Reading Time: 5 minutes In Iceland’s stunning and rugged terrains, where geysers erupt and glaciers glisten under the Midnight Sun, a distinct group of adventurers embarks on global journeys....
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Austria Travel Industry Surge with New Visa-Free Travel to 193 Countries Including US, Mexico, Brazil, Gulf and Schengen Nations – Travel And Tour World
Home » Austria Travel News » Austria Travel Industry Surge with New Visa-Free Travel to 193 Countries Including US, Mexico, Brazil, Gulf and Schengen Nations Friday, July 19, 2024 Reading Time: 5 minutes Austria, nestled in the heart of Europe, renowned for its alpine landscapes, rich cultural heritage, and imperial history, is not just a...