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India on Wednesday resumed e-visa services for Canadian nationals, according to sources. Earlier in September, India had halted its visa services until “further notice” after Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau alleged the involvement of “agents of the Indian government” in the killing of Khalistani terrorist Hardeep Singh Nijjar in June. The Indian Mission in Canada confirmed the suspension, citing operational reasons, according to BLS International, an outsourcing service provider managing visa, passport, consular, attestation, and citizen services. However, in October, India decided to resume some visa services in Canada after a review of the security situation, which “takes into account…
The upward trend in Dubai’s ultra-luxury residential property prices continues as demand remains unabated with a new penthouse on Palm Jumeirah selling for a record Dh500 million. Spread over 21,949 square feet, the five-bedroom Como Residences penthouse is equipped with a home automation system and exclusive access via a private elevator. The most striking feature of the penthouse is its awe-inspiring view of the Dubai skyline through floor-to-ceiling windows. The previous record for the most expensive penthouse with a value of Dh420 million was held by Marsa Al Arab sold by Luxhabitat Sotheby’s International. Stay up to date with the…
India’s dream World Cup run came to an end after they were defeated by Australia in the final at the Narendra Modi Stadium in Ahmedabad. Virat Kohli’s wife, Bollywood actress Anushka Sharma, was among the celebrities spotted in the stands for the big game. Anushka was joined by Athiya Shetty, who is married to KL Rahul. After the heartbreaking loss , a video of Anushka and Athiya having a conversation has surfaced online. The clip became a talking point after a former India cricketer made a controversial comment about the actresses. In the now-viral video, one of the commentators can…
Have you ever wondered what the hidden gems on Netflix are? It’s simple. They are the shows that Netflix doesn’t tend to put on its home page because the algorithm is suggesting that viewers want to watch something else. Netflix’s entire brand is about churning out new shows, and the uncomfortable truth about that approach is that a lot of series fall by the wayside if they aren’t discovered right away. So this list of the best hidden gems on Netflix was created to throw a spotlight on shows that deserve more attention on the streamer. This month, we’ve chosen…
Dubai Police has put out a reminder for motorists about the penalties that come along with making illegal turns in non-designated areas or in an incorrect manner. In a video released on X, formerly Twitter, the authority showed how smart traffic systems monitor motorist’s violations while making such turns. The act may result in obstruction of traffic, as well as endangering the lives of pedestrians nearby. Stay up to date with the latest news. Follow KT on WhatsApp Channels. The authority warned motorists of the hefty penalty issued for violating the law. Offenders will be subjected to a fine of…
Israel expects to recover on Thursday the first hostages being freed from the Gaza Strip by Hamas under a foreign mediated deal, Israeli Foreign Minister Eli Cohen told Army Radio. Interviewed on Wednesday, he declined to confirm a report that the process would begin at 5 am (0300 GMT). Earlier today, Israel and Hamas agreed to a four-day pause in fighting to allow the release of 50 hostages held in Gaza in exchange for 150 Palestinians imprisoned in Israel, and the entry of humanitarian aid into the besieged enclave. A statement by Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu’s Office said 50…
UAE-based real estate firms AveNew by RH, Pride and Property and Landsmith Real Estate have jointly concluded a land sale transaction worth over Dh300 million in Dubai’s sought-after Jumeirah Golf Estates. One of the biggest transactions of its kind in Dubai reflects the growing demand for golf course communities, fuelled by limited supply, sustained investor interest locally and globally, and the UAE’s track record as an investment-friendly real estate market. Jumeirah Golf Estates, rated among the top ten lifestyle estates in the world, is a transit-oriented development with metro connectivity and over 1,500 villas, townhouses, and apartments. The luxury golf…
Formula One fans looking to get their own racing experience can head to Yas Kartzone and test their track skills during the Abu Dhabi F1 Grand Prix weekend, as the Sodi World Series #AbuDhabiGP Cup 2023 gets under way. The two-day karting series at Yas Kartzone will see drivers compete for the chance to earn points in the Sodi World Series. The weekend’s top racers will earn exclusive prizes to enjoy at Yas Marina Circuit, including a Formula Yas 3000 driving experience, the closest that fans can get to experiencing the high speeds of a Formula 1 car. The competitions…
Surely one of the most fun Black Friday deals is over at Best Buy. Currently, you can buy either a Nintendo Switch with Mario Kart 8 Deluxe with 3 months of Switch Online membership for $300 or you can pay $350 to get the OLED version of the console with Super Smash Bros Ultimate and the 3 months membership. Either way, you’ve just got yourself one of the best Nintendo Switch Black Friday deals and a surefire way of having plenty of fun over the coming months. If that sounds mighty tempting, keep reading while we take a deeper look…
Every Filipino would relate to how Kris Fade’s longtime nanny, Ginia, casually walked home with a bunch of malunggay leaves ‘stolen’ from their neighbour’s garden. “I’d like to apologise to our neighbours,” the famous radio DJ wrote in the caption of the hilarious video that had gone viral with nearly 30,000 hearts and a comments section flooded with Filipinos showing some love. In the clip, Ginia admitted she just picked the branches of malunggay from another garden. “You were stealing from the neighbour?” Kris asks. “Yeah, in front of their camera,” the Filipino nanny says, laughing. Ginia won’t be alone,…