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International students in Germany to exceed 4 lakh, housing remains a key issue

Studying abroad, which remains a dream for many Indian students, has seen a steep rise during the pre-Covid and post-Covid periods. Meanwhile, the total number of international students in Germany is expected to reach 400,000, reflecting a 7% increase, according to the German Academic Exchange Service. DAAD President Professor Dr Joybrato Mukherjee emphasised the growing appeal of German universities to …

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17 hours, 51 minutes ago

Defence Ministry forms committee to address shortages in Air Force

India Today

The Defence Ministry has set up a committee to address the capability development of the Indian Air Force amid critical shortage of fighter jets, weapons, and equipment, government officials told India Today. Chaired by the Defence Secretary, the committee includes senior ministry officials, Defence Research and Development Organisation chairman Dr Samir V Kamat, and IAF representatives. The IAF’s long-pending proposal …

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2 days, 17 hours ago

Police Chief warns of longer emergency response times amid staffing shortages

NL Times

Dutch police chief Janny Knol has warned that citizens in emergency situations may face longer response times due to severe staffing shortages and shifting priorities in combating crime. “Looking back, we could have acted sooner, but I am grateful for the task force and the collective effort it represents,” Knol said. Local police work involves more than just handling incidents.” …

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3 days ago

Cancel your great Christmas getaway! 23.7 million drivers issued with warning to not hit roads until after 7pm as offices and schools shut - with London train stations filling up as commuters race to

Daily Mail

Britain's drivers were urged not to travel on major routes until this evening to avoid the worst Christmas holiday traffic as this year's getaway chaos began in earnest. London Waterloo station is busy today as many passengers take trains home for Christmas Christmas getaway traffic was increasing in volume on the A282 Dartford crossing approach in Kent Travellers on the …

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Christmas getaway warning as 85mph winds to batter UK: Millions of Brits race home to their families on busiest travel day of festive period with roads and airports already jam-packed

Daily Mail

Britain's drivers were urged not to travel on major routes for six hours from 1pm today to avoid the worst Christmas holiday traffic as this year's getaway chaos began. Airports - Busiest day for departures on Sunday Meanwhile travel trade organisation Abta said an estimated four million people in the UK are preparing to spend the Christmas and New Year …

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4 days, 4 hours ago

Travel warnings issued for South American country over blackouts and shortages

The Independent

Sign up to Simon Calder’s free travel email for expert advice and money-saving discounts Get Simon Calder’s Travel email Get Simon Calder’s Travel email SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. which is leading tourism agents to steer clients away from Cuba.” open image in gallery A man tries to sell …

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4 days, 17 hours ago

Supply of high-tech talent rises

China Daily

College jobseekers look for suitable occupations at a campus career fair in Fuyang, Anhui province, on Nov 16. Despite the rising competition, average monthly salaries in these sectors have shown slight increases, signaling a continuing demand for skilled professionals in emerging industries, the 2024 annual talent migration report said. Between January and October 2024, the average monthly salary for new …

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4 days, 17 hours ago

In the dark: How rolling blackouts have transformed life in Ecuador

Al Jazeera

Quito, Ecuador – With darkness descending on the Ecuadorian capital of Quito, 26-year-old Brandon Samueza races to send out job applications before 8pm, when the power — and his internet — go out. The cuts aim to prevent the collapse of the electrical grid, as a months-long drought dries up the rivers that power hydroelectric dams, Ecuador’s primary source of …

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5 days, 15 hours ago

Haiti hospital attacked by armed men, four operating rooms destroyed

Firstpost

The U.N. humanitarian affairs agency warned earlier this year that Haiti’s health system was ’nearing collapse,’ with violence increasingly putting doctors and medical services in harm’s way Armed men attacked and partially destroyed a hospital in Haiti’s capital Port-au-Prince, a hospital director told Reuters on Tuesday, amid a wave of escalating violence that prompted Doctors Without Borders to suspend operations …

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5 days, 17 hours ago

Iran key services shut as rial plunges amid energy crisis, regional tension

Al Jazeera

Tehran, Iran – Tens of millions of people across Iran are facing major disruptions as authorities shut down services in the face of an exacerbating energy and currency crisis amid historic regional tensions. The power outages were largely within the summertime before now, but have recently hit with winter’s first cold, with even state television experts issuing stern warnings that …

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6 days, 6 hours ago

GWR explains why Sunday train cancellations will continue for ‘quite some time’

The Independent

Sign up to Simon Calder’s free travel email for expert advice and money-saving discounts Get Simon Calder’s Travel email Get Simon Calder’s Travel email SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our privacy policy Sunday train service reductions due to staff shortages are expected to continue indefinitely, say Great Western …

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6 days, 17 hours ago

Ministry of Education says teacher shortage will continue for next ten years

NL Times

Schools will be suffering from teacher shortages for the next ten years, officials from the Ministry of Education wrote in an annual report on the subject. But State Secretary of Basic Education Marielle Paul has said that this is a temporary effect due to the expiration of the support program against corona backlogs. Compared to the total number of jobs, …

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6 days, 17 hours ago

West Bengal cold storage industry faces crisis due to potato movement ban

India TV News

The West Bengal Cold Storage Association described the ban on interstate potato movements as "irreparable damage" to the industry. This association thus includes all currently active cold storage facilities in West Bengal and expressed concern for the significant disturbance caused to the traditional trade of potatoes: 40 percent of the state's produce is normally exported to neighbouring regions. Cold storage …

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1 week, 1 day ago

Why is India emerging as global hub for fresh talent in hiring trends?

India Today

India is home to the world's largest youth population, with 66 percent, i.e., 808 million+ people, under the age of 35. In this article, we explore fresher hiring and future trends, offering insights into why India is becoming the go-to market for fresh talent, as shared by Ankit Aggarwal, Founder and CEO of Unstop. This shift towards skill-oriented hiring is …

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1 week, 1 day ago

The World Bank should reconsider its mega dam project in Tajikistan

Al Jazeera

Providing funding to a repressive regime to construct the ‘highest dam in the world’ is a recipe for disaster. On December 17 the World Bank is set to vote on financing the Rogun mega dam project in Tajikistan. As highlighted in the recent report “Financing Repression”, co-published by the Coalition for Human Rights in Development, the Early Warning System and …

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1 week, 2 days ago

Growing cybercrime and the need for an Indian cybersecurity force

The Hindu

In today’s rapidly evolving digital landscape, the importance of cybersecurity cannot be stressed enough. While India produces a wealth of technically skilled professionals known for their strong work ethic, ensuring that they are adequately equipped to tackle future challenges particularly in cybersecurity is essential. By drawing inspiration from initiatives such as the U.K.’s Cyber Accreditation Program and Singapore’s Cybersecurity Academy, …

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1 week, 2 days ago

Shortage of IAS, IPS officers slows decision-making process

New Indian Express

NEW DELHI: The country’s administrative and police services have been gripped by a significant shortage of civil servants, official data showed. As per the data shared in the Rajya Sabha by Minister of State for Personnel, Public Grievances and Pensions, Jitendra Singh, there are 1,316 vacancies in the Indian Administrative Service and 586 in the Indian Police Service. According to …

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1 week, 3 days ago

Trump ‘frustrated’ by Boeing delays that mean he likely won’t get to fly on new Air Force One

The Independent

Sign up for the daily Inside Washington email for exclusive US coverage and analysis sent to your inbox Get our free Inside Washington email Get our free Inside Washington email SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our privacy policy President-elect Donald Trump is reported to be frustrated by delays …

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1 week, 3 days ago

Health Minister very concerned about extra cuts to healthcare budget

NL Times

Public Health Minister Fleur Agema is very concerned about new cuts in the healthcare budget. She pointed out that the healthcare sector already faced major staff shortages and said that further cuts would worsen the situation, NOS reports. This week, the coalition parties agreed with some opposition parties to pay for canceling some education cuts by, among other things, cutting …

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1 week, 3 days ago

India plans an enabling provision for domestic industry to skirt QCOs, also extend deadlines

Live Mint

India's quality rules, which riled local manufacturers and raised concerns of shortages, may be about to see some easing, two people aware of the development said. R&D imports to be exempt As part of the plan, the Department for Promotion of Industry and Internal Trade may allow manufacturers to import certain goods for research and development purposes without requiring QCO …

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Myntra Loses Over Rs 50 Crore Nationwide In 'Refund Scam': Know How Scammers Operate

ABP News

In a sophisticated refund scam, Flipkart-owned fashion website Myntra has lost millions of rupees after fraudsters exploited the company's customer-friendly refund policies. During this modus operandi, fraudsters place bulk items for high-value items like branded shoes, accessories, and apparel from E-commerce platforms. One of those E-commerce platforms, Myntra, provides customers with an option on its app to lodge complaints and …

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1 week, 4 days ago

Christmas hampers more expensive this year; deemed necessary due to labor shortages

NL Times

Christmas hampers have become more expensive this year, and are becoming an increasingly important way for employers to show appreciation to their staff, Christmas hamper sellers told ANP. The Christmas hamper and other gifts throughout the year are "more important than ever" for employers to keep staff satisfied and retain them, according to trade organization Promotional Product Professionals. “There is …

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US wholesale inflation surged higher in November

CNN

CNN — US wholesale inflation shot higher last month, an unwelcome sign that some prices could be heating up before they come down the pike to consumers. A closely watched gauge of underlying wholesale inflation grew more modestly and a chunk of November’s increase could be attributed to a spike in egg prices as a deadly bird flu ripples through …

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1 week, 5 days ago

Climate change and water shortages pose a 'pressing risk' to Britain's food security, finds major Whitehall report - but critics fume after it makes NO mention of Labour's 'family farm tax'

Daily Mail

Climate change, biodiversity loss and water insecurity pose 'pressing risks' to Britain's food security, a major Whitehall report has warned. The release of the food security report coincided with fresh protests by farmers in Westminster about measures announced in Chancellor Rachel Reeves' Budget Sir Keir Starmer has been blasted by farmers after Labour announced they will have to pay a …

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International students in Germany to exceed 4 lakh, housing remains a key issue

Defence Ministry forms committee to address shortages in Air Force

Police Chief warns of longer emergency response times amid staffing shortages

Cancel your great Christmas getaway! 23.7 million drivers issued with warning to not hit roads until after 7pm as offices and schools shut - with London train stations filling up as commuters race to

Christmas getaway warning as 85mph winds to batter UK: Millions of Brits race home to their families on busiest travel day of festive period with roads and airports already jam-packed

Travel warnings issued for South American country over blackouts and shortages

Supply of high-tech talent rises

In the dark: How rolling blackouts have transformed life in Ecuador

Haiti hospital attacked by armed men, four operating rooms destroyed

Iran key services shut as rial plunges amid energy crisis, regional tension

GWR explains why Sunday train cancellations will continue for ‘quite some time’

Ministry of Education says teacher shortage will continue for next ten years

West Bengal cold storage industry faces crisis due to potato movement ban

Why is India emerging as global hub for fresh talent in hiring trends?

The World Bank should reconsider its mega dam project in Tajikistan

Growing cybercrime and the need for an Indian cybersecurity force

Shortage of IAS, IPS officers slows decision-making process

Trump ‘frustrated’ by Boeing delays that mean he likely won’t get to fly on new Air Force One

Health Minister very concerned about extra cuts to healthcare budget

India plans an enabling provision for domestic industry to skirt QCOs, also extend deadlines

Myntra Loses Over Rs 50 Crore Nationwide In 'Refund Scam': Know How Scammers Operate

Christmas hampers more expensive this year; deemed necessary due to labor shortages

US wholesale inflation surged higher in November

Climate change and water shortages pose a 'pressing risk' to Britain's food security, finds major Whitehall report - but critics fume after it makes NO mention of Labour's 'family farm tax'