Indians Urged To Try Canada By: Bobby Castro | - Even Bollywood has entered the fray, with superstar Akshay Kumar has been convincing many Indian tourists and travelers to go and visit Canada. It comes as no surprise that India is one of the biggest targets for the Canadian Tourism Commission's programs for the year.
Recent media reports estimated that Indian tourists to the North American country added about Can$82 million dollars to the economy just in 2009 alone. Tourism is not only the main goal to entice Indians but also th ... Tags:immigration, Canada, Indians, opportunities
Suicide Rate For Indians Up In Dubai By: Bobby Castro | - As of the latest statistics, a total of twenty seven individuals of Indian descent committed suicide in Dubai and Northern Emirates as of 2011. The latest fatality was a man that jumped from his death from the Jumeirah Lake Towers in Dubai.
According to Sanjay Verma, Indian consul-general at Dubai, "Until April 30 of 2011, a total of 335 deaths were registered, of which 27 were classified as suicide by police authorities."
Survey Find Indians Work More Hours By: Bobby Castro | - According to a recent survey, Indians were found to work for more than 8.1 hours per day, a figure greater than the entire developed world especially in first tier countries such as the United Kingdom, Australia, France, Italy and Germany.
The number of work hours though registered by Indians is lower compared to workers in the United States, China and Japan. Topping the list are Mexican workers as they work the most number of hours per day.
Top Indians In The United States By: Bobby Castro | - Because of the Indian diaspora, many Indians left the subcontinent to seek greener pastures and better opportunities elsewhere. Now, second and third generation Indians have started to assimilate and lead their new communities of residence in their chosen fields.
There are two Indians that fit the bill that have become headline grabbers in the United States. These top Indians are the second term Louisiana Governor Bobby Jindal and Soumitea Dutta, the new Dean of the Cornell Univer ... Tags:Indians, United States, Cornell, Bobby Jindal, Louisiana
Nris To Gain From Immigration Rule Changes By: Bobby Castro | - Officials in the Obama administration announced last week that new guidelines for immigration law would correct a current issue in its operationalization. The new law would spare many NRIs from prolonged separation from immigrant family members.
The said changes would benefit US citizens married or have children who are currently considered as illegal immigrants. The change would change a system where many Indian Americans face when it comes to legal permanent residencies of relat ... Tags:Indians, NRI, United States, green card
Nris To Gain From Immigration Rule Changes By: Bobby Castro | - Officials in the Obama administration announced last week that new guidelines for immigration law would correct a current issue in its operationalization. The new law would spare many NRIs from prolonged separation from immigrant family members.
The said changes would benefit US citizens married or have children who are currently considered as illegal immigrants. The change would change a system where many Indian Americans face when it comes to legal permanent residencies of relat ... Tags:Indians, NRI, United States, green card
Nris To Gain From Immigration Rule Changes By: Bobby Castro | - Officials in the Obama administration announced last week that new guidelines for immigration law would correct a current issue in its operationalization. The new law would spare many NRIs from prolonged separation from immigrant family members.
The said changes would benefit US citizens married or have children who are currently considered as illegal immigrants. The change would change a system where many Indian Americans face when it comes to legal permanent residencies of relat ... Tags:Indians, NRI, United States, green card
Gulf Employers Choosing Africans Over Indians By: Bobby Castro | - In an alarming tend, many Gulf States are opting to employ Africans instead of Indians, Pakistanis, Nepalis and Bangladeshis. This may adversely affect the remittances of many NRIs to India and neighboring countries.
According to the Migration and Remittance Expert at the World Bank, Dilip Ratha, "Migration from Africa to the Gulf region will increase significantly in coming years. The Africans are giving tough competition to our expatriates."
Indian Apartheid Experience By: Bobby Castro | - South Africa and India share a unique colonial history wherein British rule marked the increase of ties between the two countries. After independence from the British Crown though, these two countries went on separate paths, where India experienced the Schism of India while South Africa treaded the politics of apartheid.
Those Indians that remained in South Africa lived in and around the city of Durban. This city is acknowledged to be the largest Indian city outside of India. The ... Tags:Indians, South Africa, apartheid, success
More Indians Choosing Schools Overseas By: Bobby Castro | - Despite the previous reports of Indian bigotry, a falling rupee and dismal economic conditions, many Indians still hedge their bets for a great future by obtaining higher education degrees overseas, primarily the United States and United Kingdom.
As of the latest count in 2011, the Indian student intake has risen from 94,563 in 2010 to 103,260 in 2011. Many Indian students opt to study in the US East Coast or in the Midwestern United States schools. As for the United Kingdom, near ... Tags:United Kingdom, Indians, students, postgraduate degrees
The Growth Of Indians In New Zealand By: Bobby Castro | - The first Indians came to New Zealand back towards the end of the 18th Century. These Indians came from the Punjabi and Gujarati regions of the country and are amongst the first ones to come to Kiwiland.
Many came to the country on ships, either as deckhands or merchants. While many sought to find means of support for their families back home, some stayed to trade with the natives of the land. Those with means of travel went back and forth between business opportunities while othe ... Tags:Indians, New Zealand, Gujarati, Punjabi, Diwali
Guide For Indians In Belgium By: Bobby Castro | - As a newcomer to Belgium, an Indian immigrant's first order of business is acclimatizing not only to the weather of the country, but also the cultural traits of the majority of the residents. Being a visitor to the country entails the need to establish respect and observance of local customs and traditions of the Belgian people.
The following are some sure-fire tips to win over your Belgian hosts or gain new friends in the area:
China Jails Indians For Diamond Smuggling By: Bobby Castro | - In a recent report, a Chinese court has convicted nine Indian men of diamond smuggling in the southern city of Shenzhen. Each of the men was sentenced between three and six years in prison. All the Indians convicted in the crime hail from the state of Gujarat.
These are not the only recent court actions regarding the increasing incidence of diamond smuggling participated in by Indian nationals. Another thirteen Indian men were also convicted of the same crime but are to be deporte ... Tags:Indians, China, deportation, imprisonment
China Jails Indians For Diamond Smuggling By: Bobby Castro | - In a recent report, a Chinese court has convicted nine Indian men of diamond smuggling in the southern city of Shenzhen. Each of the men was sentenced between three and six years in prison. All the Indians convicted in the crime hail from the state of Gujarat.
These are not the only recent court actions regarding the increasing incidence of diamond smuggling participated in by Indian nationals. Another thirteen Indian men were also convicted of the same crime but are to be deporte ... Tags:Indians, China, deportation, imprisonment
Canada Institutes New Visas For Indians By: Bobby Castro | - In consonance with the newly improved Indian-Canadian trade relationship, the Canadian government has recently announced a new visa regime allowing Indians to a ten year multiple entry visa to the country.
This was announced by the Canadian Minister for International Trade Edward Fast. He announced the new visa regime in a meeting with representatives of the Indian government and business community during the Parvasi Bharatiya Divas Canada 2011 convention.
Canada Institutes New Visas For Indians By: Bobby Castro | - In consonance with the newly improved Indian-Canadian trade relationship, the Canadian government has recently announced a new visa regime allowing Indians to a ten year multiple entry visa to the country.
This was announced by the Canadian Minister for International Trade Edward Fast. He announced the new visa regime in a meeting with representatives of the Indian government and business community during the Parvasi Bharatiya Divas Canada 2011 convention.
Tokyo's Take On India By: Bobby Castro | - Being in a foreign country not only makes one homesick but also whets the appetite for home cooked meals. Thus for Indians living in Japan, many opt to cook at home for the authentic Indian dish but nowadays, there are many Indian restaurants not only for South Asians but even for Japanese seeking a slice of true Indian cooking right in the Land of the Rising Sun.
Aside from the homey decor and the vegetarian fare, another plus factor that has made Indian restaurants popular is th ... Tags:Japan, Indians, restaurants, gourmet, food
Visiting Ireland For Indians By: Bobby Castro | - Because of the large Indian community in Ireland, visitors and other relatives come to the Emerald Isles to see the life of their family member. As a newcomer to the country, living in Ireland would truly be a different experience for one used to the heat and humidity of the sub continent. In order to make the transition go much smoother, here are some sites in Ireland to visit to acclimatize from India to Ireland.
Indian Opportunities In Spain At A Standstill By: Bobby Castro | - In the early 2000s, Spain was one of the major destinations for Indians seeking work opportunities in Europe. At its peak, Spain had an immigrant population of 11%, the highest in Western Europe.
The recent years though has not been too good for the country. The country faced a debt crunch and a property crisis prior to 2008. The fallout from these issues was further exacerbated with the recent global financial recession, leaving much of Spain's economy reeling and awaiting resusc ... Tags:Indians, Spain, work, employment, opportunities
The Experience Of Indians Post 9-11 By: Bobby Castro | - As the numbers of Indians continue to grow, they are amongst the most successful because of their educational attainment and high-income employment opportunities. Even with their successes, there are still many issues that Indians in America face especially after the events of 9-11.
Because of the backlash of Americans to any individual of Middle Eastern or Indian descent, many South Asians were subject to abuse, attacked and even killed. In the week after September 11, there were ... Tags:Indians, United States, racism, profiling, discrimination, 9-11
Hong Kong's Indian Culinary Scene By: Bobby Castro | - Hong Kong is a truly cosmopolitan country. Even with the shadow of Mainland China in the horizon, many cultures and cuisines flourish amongst the many immigrants that reside in the small country. India has become one of the major culinary forces in the area and the following are the best Indian restaurants in Hong Kong.
1.Taste Better Curry. Located on Graham Street, this Indian eatery really lives up to its name. Aside from providing many choices of curry dishes, the prices are ... Tags:Hong Kong, Indians, cuisine, restaurants
Cost Of Living In Singapore For Indians By: Bobby Castro | - According to Mercer's Cost of Living Survey, Singapore has been ranked to be the eighth most expensive city in the world. Amongst Asian countries, Singapore runs third after Tokyo and Osaka. This is just one recognition of the Singaporean economy and its cost of maintenance especially for foreigners in the country.
For an Indian living in the city-state, the biggest costs would be rent, transportation fare and food. If the family is along for the residence, then schooling as well ... Tags:Indians, Singapore, cost of living, rent, income
Reverse Brain Drain From Uae To India By: Bobby Castro | - According to the latest statistics from the Indian Consulate in the United Arab Emirates, there has been a decrease in the number of issued visas for Indian workers to the economically stricken Gulf Coast country. This was attributed to the higher salaries in India compared to salaries receivable living in the UAE.
It is also projected that there would be a steady decline in blue collar workers coming to the country as the Indian economic growth continues to absorb the available w ... Tags:Indians, UAE, Dubai, return
Ireland As The New Home For Indians By: Bobby Castro | - The recent statistics make the Indian population in Ireland as the third largest ethnic minority in the country. Most of these Indian immigrants live in the Belfast area and regions to the northwest.
The very first Indian immigrants to the country came during the roaring '20's and they came from the northern states of Punjab and Gujarat. The main reason they left the motherland was to avoid communal conflict in the country. As they traveled to Ireland, many found work as salesmen ... Tags:Indians, Ireland, community, business
The Visa Requirements Of Indians To Enter Singapore By: Bobby Castro | - India, for purposes of Singaporean immigration, is categorized as a Level 1 country. As a Level 1 country, Indian nationals seeking entry into Singapore need to comply with mandated requisites before being allowed into the country. The following are the required actions by the Indian national before flying over to Singapore:
1)All applications from Indian nationals must be submitted to the Consular Section of the Singapore High Commission in the area where the visa applicant resi ... Tags:Indians, Singapore, visa, entry requirements
Indians Living In Kuwait By: Bobby Castro | - Kuwait has been home to many Indian expatriates. Despite being an Islamic conservative country, the relative openness of the leadership has allowed intermarriage with the Indian population allowing for many Kuwaitis acknowledging their Indian ancestry. As of 2008, there are about 579,058 Indians in the country.
Kuwaitis, especially those in the business sector, recognize the potential of doing business in the high growth area of India. Furthermore, the country is a rich source of ... Tags:Indians, Kuwait, Indian descent, business, expat
The Many Issues Indians Face In Entering Qatar By: Bobby Castro | - According to the Indian Ambassador to Qatar, Deepa Gopalan Wadhwa, Indians face many hardships and difficulties when entering Qatar. The following are the alarming statistics that many Indians have to face in the country.
1.In 2009, a total of 262 Indian nationals died in Qatar while 233 died in 2010. There are many reasons for the causes of these untoward deaths, from murder to illness or sudden medical emergencies. It was reported that the 29 of the fatalities were due to traff ... Tags:Indians, Qatar, visa, deaths, deportation
The Top Ten Reasons Why Indians Move Overseas By: Bobby Castro | - Called the Indian diaspora, it is the phenomenon that describes the ever-increasing numbers of Indians leaving the home country to live and work overseas. There are many reasons for such decision and the following are the top ten reasons why Indians move overseas.
1)Work. Because of the greater opportunities in terms of salary or opportunity, this is the top reason why Indians move overseas. Since many Indians have degrees and are technologically adept, the lure of employment pro ... Tags:Indians, moving, overseas, reasons
Thai Floods Affect Indians In India And Thailand By: Bobby Castro | - The recent floods of Thailand have threatened to disrupt supplies of components to Indian carmakers. This comes after recent recovery from the Japanese earthquake and tsunami.
Thailand is a key turnkey center for Japanese carmakers and the current environmental issues' impact is being felt right in India. Thailand and India has a standing trade agreement where car parts are imported with a lower imposable tax duty. This existing arrangement has made many companies opt to undertake ... Tags:Indians, Thailand, carmaker, business, flooding
Thai Floods Affect Indians In India And Thailand By: Bobby Castro | - The recent floods of Thailand have threatened to disrupt supplies of components to Indian carmakers. This comes after recent recovery from the Japanese earthquake and tsunami.
Thailand is a key turnkey center for Japanese carmakers and the current environmental issues' impact is being felt right in India. Thailand and India has a standing trade agreement where car parts are imported with a lower imposable tax duty. This existing arrangement has made many companies opt to undertake ... Tags:Indians, Thailand, carmaker, business, flooding
Indians Working In Hong Kong Sar By: Bobby Castro | - With a common history of British colonial rule, India and Hong Kong have had a long experience of interaction and commerce. Many Indians were brought to the islands during the years prior to the Second World War. Amongst these first Indian expatriates to the country, they have lived and worked in the country even after the handover of the British rule to the Chinese government in 1999.
Working in Hong Kong has become a good opportunity for many Indians. In the years before the Ind ... Tags:Indians, Hong Kong, work, colony, employment
The Difficulties In A Post-recession Economy By: Bobby Castro | - At its heyday, Indian professionals were coming to the United Kingdom in droves with a degree and a promise of employment in the country. As such, the British economy employed quite a number of professionals from its former colony. Now, after the market crash of 2008, those days are a far away memory.
The Indian community in the UK has provided 6% of the UK GDP while only comprising 4% of the population. Much of the contribution were from the over 9,000 restaurants throughout the ... Tags:Indians, UK, career, employment, immigration, business
The Travails Of Indians Working In New Zealand By: Bobby Castro | - New Zealand is one of the countries recognized to be one of the most developed countries in the world. This economic might has attracted many workers from all over the world and many Indians have heeded the call for skilled professional workers.
Getting to New Zealand is already a difficult journey for any Indian. The strict requirements that need to be complied with weed out the undesirables and allow only those with expertise and capacity to enter the country. When the Indian re ... Tags:New Zealand, Indians, work, employment, qualifications, overseas
Indians Moving Back To India By: Bobby Castro | - The net migration rate in India is one of the highest in the world and is a figure that is only bettered by China. Indeed it is estimated there are around 30 million Indian workers plying their trade overseas although in recent times we have seen more and more Indians looking to repatriate to their cultural homeland. But why are more and more Indians looking to return home?
The Plight Of Indians In Kuwait By: Bobby Castro | - One of the places that Indians have flourished and thrived is in Kuwait. Currently, Indians in Kuwait is the largest expatriate community in Kuwait. As of 2008, there are about 579,058 Indians and Persons of Indian Origin or descent in the country.
This growing community of Indians in this small emirate that was once the subject of American military action against its neighboring Iraq is the strong political-economic and cultural ties. The Kuwaiti emirate views India as a great so ... Tags:Kuwait, Indians, NRI, PIO, worker
The Issue Of Radiation With Nris In Japan By: Bobby Castro | - Because of the earthquake that struck Japan early this year, many NRIs in the Indian community in Tokyo have been seeking information on the effects of nuclear radiation. Relatives waited with bated breath as to the condition and safety of their NRI relative in Japan, as the world is inundated with news reports of the devastation wrought by the earthquake, tsunami and the nuclear incident.
The Fukushima Nuclear Reactor was severely damaged in the intensity 9 earthquake earlier thi ... Tags:NRI, Japan, Indians, radiation, earthquake
The Basics For Indians Studying In Canada By: Bobby Castro | - With the current state of the world economy, Canada has become a robust and vibrant economic system that has been able to thwart the threat of recession and inflation. This has made Canada one of the utopian destinations not only for Indians but also for many other nationalities seeking greener pastures.
There are many reasons why Indians want to enter Canada. These may be as a student, as a tourist or as a worker. Indian nationals though are required to obtain a visa to be allowe ... Tags:Indians, students, visa, Canada, application, student visa
Why Filipinos Discriminate Against Indians In The Philippines By: Sujoy | - Racism against Indians in the Philippines is on the rise. It is sad to absorb, but who ever says that Filipinos are friendly to all foreigners, its utter rubbish. If you are not a white foreigner, and an Indian especially then get prepared to face some hot painful discrimination and racism. Bottom line, most Filipinos have racism discrimination against Indians in the Philippines.
Cleveland Indians Tickets : The Indians Honored Their Loyal Fans By Retiring The Number 455 By: Amanda Harrison | - The Cleveland Indians are a professional baseball team based in Cleveland, Ohio. They are in the Central Division of Major League Baseball's American League. Since 1994, they have played in Progressive Field (formerly Jacobs Field). The team's spring training facility is in Goodyear, Arizona.
Since their establishment as a Major League franchise in 1901, the Indians have won two World Series championships, in 1920 and 1948. The Indians' drought of 62 years since their last Champion ... Tags:Cleveland Indians, MLB, Tickets
Cleveland Indians Tickets : Cleveland Indians Players Took Home A Number Of Awards By: Amanda Harrison | - The Cleveland Indians are a professional baseball team based in Cleveland, Ohio. They are in the Central Division of Major League Baseball's American League. Since 1994, they have played in Progressive Field (formerly Jacobs Field). The team's spring training facility is in Goodyear, Arizona.
Since their establishment as a Major League franchise in 1901, the Indians have won two World Series championships, in 1920 and 1948. The Indians' drought of 62 years since their last Champions ... Tags:Cleveland Indians, MLB, Tickets
Royal Challengers Bangalore Vs Mumbai Indians Scores And Highlights: Mumbai Won By: MJB News Online | - Royal Challengers Bangalore vs Mumbai Indians (RCB vs MI) IPL 4 2011 score and highlights are as follows: RCB 140/4 (20.0 overs) and DC 143/1 (18.3 overs). Mumbai Indians have dominated the one of strong side RCB in tournament and chased down the total professionally.
Daniel Vettori won the toss and decided to bat first. Mayank Agarwal and Tillakaratne Dilshan opened the innings for RCB; Lasith Malinga is on the money from the first as he produced a trade mark Malinga Yorker to get ... Tags:IPL 4 2011, Mumbai Indians Won, RCB vs MI, Royal Challengers
2001 saw a return to the playoffs. After the departures of Manny Ramirez and Sandy Alomar, Jr., the Indians signed former MVP Juan Gonzalez, who helped the Indians win the Central division with a 91/71 record.
One of the highlights of the season came on August 5, when the Indians matched the 1911 Detroit Tigers an ... Tags:Cleveland Indians, MLB, Tickets
Nita Ambani "€" Brand Ambassador For Saakshar Bharat By: Priyanka Patel | - According to the blueprint prepared by the ministry earlier this week, Nita Ambani, wife of Reliance Industries Ltd chairman Mukesh Ambani and co-owner of Mumbai Indians; Priyanka Vadra, daughter of Congress president Sonia Gandhi; Supriya Sule, member of Parliament (MP) and daughter of agriculture minister Sharad Pawar; and M. Kanimozhi, MP and daughter of Tamil Nadu chief minister M. Karunanidhi; will be approached for key roles in Saakshar Bharat, which will have a specific focus on wom ... Tags:Nita Ambani, Mukesh Ambani, Reliance Industries, Mumbai Indians, Sonia Gandhi, Supriya Sule, Priyanka Vadra
The Southwest Zapotec Indians And Their Historical Art By: Craig Chambers | - Known by the Aztecs for their skill in weaving, the southwest Zapotec Indians are still producing their works of textile art today. While isolated in southern Mexico by mountains and distance from the rest of the world, it is possible for anyone now to acquire one of these beautiful and traditional rugs or tapestries. The Zapotecs still weave entirely by hand, using only the wool from the sheep found in the area. All the Zapotec textile products are made of 100% wool, so you can be assured of ... Tags:Zapotec Indians, weaving, rug, southwest, Mexico, tapestry, hand made, decor, textile, wool
Mumbai Indians, Almost There! By: Priyanka Patel | - Nita Ambani owned Mumbai Indians team beat Rajasthan Royals by 37 runs and booked their seat in the semi-finals of the lucrative Indian Premier League. Since the beginning of Indian Premier League, Mumbai Indians has remained the favorite team of season 3 and almost everyone bet on the team as IPL 3 winner. But at the IPL 3 finals on 25th April, 2010, fate favored Chennai Superkings and Mumbai Indians lost the match by 22 runs. For Mumbai Indians, IPL 3 has been a fantastic journey with on ... Tags:Nita Ambani, Harbhajan Singh, IPL, Mumbai Indians
Cleveland Indians Look To Settle Rotation For The 2010 Season By: Heather Maxwell. | - If there was ever a team that wanted to put a season behind them, it is the Cleveland Indians. 2009 is best forgotten and it is time to look to the future and get the 2010 season started. Changes needed to be made and they were. Now it is time to see if those moves are going to pay off and get the Cleveland Indians back into post season play.
The Tarahumara Indians By: Dick I | - Mexicos Copper Canyon is the ancestral home of the private, selfsufficient Tarahumara Indians. They are often described as being the most primitive Indian tribe in North America. They are closely related to the Pima Indians of southern Arizona.
In the winter they live in caves, and move into small log cabins in the summer. In the evening if you gaze at the canyon wall youll see what looks like stars flickering, which is actually the light from the fires in the caves.
Cleveland Indians Tickets - Getting To The Town Hall On Time! By: Robert Melkonyan | - The temperature in Solon, Ohio had a wind chill of minus 16 but that didn't prevent season ticket owners and others from gathering to attend a local town hall meeting to ask questions and get a feel for things. Indians Vice President of PR Bob DiBiasio warmed the crowd with a reminder that there are only 85 days left until of Opening Day.
Oakland Athletics Tickets | Oakland Athletics Tickets | Cleveland Indians Tickets By: Sanjay | - Do you know that who was nominated for "Favorite Actress" for the Kid's Choice Awards or in Oscars? Its like everyone watches the show and yes, even Grandparents watch it. I think all shows and concerts are fun to watch and they rock. Yea I still like going to movies and musicals and I really like theater plays as it is good and it should keep rocking!
How Indians Used Smoke As Communication By: Aydan Corkern | - Indians used smoke signals to call the other Indians in their tribe to come for a meeting. They would send out a warning to them that danger is coming. If there was a wedding, a war, or a death, they used smoke signals. That is how they called one another -with just by smoke clouds in the air. They even used it if they needed help. But now we use smoke signals in the military, boats, police departments, etc.
In the olden times, it was easier for the Indians to live off the land be ... Tags:smoke signals, indians, cultures,
