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All about Russia's plan to allow Indians to travel without visa, other visa-free countries
6 days, 6 hours ago

All about Russia's plan to allow Indians to travel without visa, other visa-free countries

Firstpost  

From spring 2025, Russia will allow Indian tourists to visit without a visa. As per estimates, Moscow welcomed 28,500 Indian visitors in the first half of 2024, a 1.5-fold increase compared to the previous year Indian tourists may soon visit Russia without the need for a visa, with visa-free entry expected to begin by spring 2025. Russia Indian tourists may …

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Budget travel guide: How to visit Kazakhstan in less than ₹1.10 lakh
6 days, 13 hours ago

Budget travel guide: How to visit Kazakhstan in less than ₹1.10 lakh

Hindustan Times  

The ninth largest country in the world and the richest in Central Asia, Kazakhstan is becoming a very popular holiday destination for Indian travellers. With Astana as its capital and Almaty, Baku Semey, Shymkent, Turkistan as its most popular cities, this ancient landscape is famed for vast steppes, strong cultural traditions, great food and a thriving space programme. Money Saving …

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India searched for these top 10 travel destinations in 2024; check them out for your next dream vacation
1 week, 5 days ago

India searched for these top 10 travel destinations in 2024; check them out for your next dream vacation

Hindustan Times  

If you are already planning your next trip for this Christmas 2024 or on New Year 2025, we suggest you to explore the 10 travel destinations that had the Indians hooked and emerged as travel enthusiasts' hot favourite. Year in Search 2024: 10 travel destinations that sparked curiosity across India on Google. According to Google's Year in Search 2024, following …

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Expert: China, Kazakhstan see partnership as way forward
2 weeks, 2 days ago

Expert: China, Kazakhstan see partnership as way forward

China Daily  

Timur Turlov, CEO of Freedom Holding Corp. China and Kazakhstan are poised to deepen their economic and technological collaboration through the Digital Silk Road, a key component of the Belt and Road Initiative, according to Timur Turlov, founder and CEO of Kazakhstan's Freedom Holding Corp, one of the nation's largest investment conglomerates. "The Digital Silk Road, announced in a 2015 …

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How Pakistan and Central Asia is helping China beat West's sanctions over Xinjiang
2 weeks, 5 days ago

How Pakistan and Central Asia is helping China beat West's sanctions over Xinjiang

Firstpost  

As Western scrutiny mounts over Xinjiang’s human rights record, China leverages its partnerships with Pakistan and Central Asia to secure the region economically In November 2024, Volkswagen, the German automaker, made headlines by announcing its decision to sell its factory in Urumqi, Xinjiang. In November, Xinjiang officials held their first meeting with counterparts from Kazakhstan’s Zhetysu region, a key partner …

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Russian President Vladimir Putin’s leg twitching fuels health speculation amid Parkinson’s rumors
2 weeks, 6 days ago

Russian President Vladimir Putin’s leg twitching fuels health speculation amid Parkinson’s rumors

Live Mint  

Footage has surfaced showing Russian President Vladimir Putin's legs twitching uncontrollably during a public event, reigniting rumors about his health. The incident has drawn attention due to persistent speculation that Putin may be battling Parkinson’s disease or another serious health condition. The speech in Astana was part of Putin's ongoing international engagements as he seeks to bolster Russia’s position amid …

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Putin in Kazakhstan: Russia can target ‘decision-making centres’ in Ukraine over ATACMS attacks
3 weeks, 4 days ago

Putin in Kazakhstan: Russia can target ‘decision-making centres’ in Ukraine over ATACMS attacks

Firstpost  

Putin said that the decision-making centres in Kyiv could fall target to Russia’s new Oreshnik missiles that have the capacity to travel “around three kilometres per second” Russian President Vladimir Putin on Thursday said that launching a barrage of missile attacks against Ukraine was Moscow’s way of “responding” to Kyiv’s use of Western weapons. ‘Russia to target decision-making centres’ Putin …

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Dutch companies profit from Kazakhstan’s toxic oil industry: NRC
3 weeks, 5 days ago

Dutch companies profit from Kazakhstan’s toxic oil industry: NRC

Dutch News  

The Netherlands has become heavily dependent on Kazakh oil since Russian oil was sanctioned and Dutch companies are making big profits in the Kazakh oil industry, which is entwined with corruption and repression, the NRC reported on Wednesday. The paper says it “interviewed politicians, scientists, diplomats, activists, doctors, lawyers and representatives of the oil industry in the Netherlands, the US …

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Top events on Nov 27: NTPC Green Energy listing, SoftBank Chief Masayoshi Son to meet PM Modi,Cyclone Fengal, and more
3 weeks, 5 days ago

Top events on Nov 27: NTPC Green Energy listing, SoftBank Chief Masayoshi Son to meet PM Modi,Cyclone Fengal, and more

Live Mint  

Today marks a series ofevents in India and globally, including SoftBank boss Masayoshi Son's likely meeting with PM Modi, and Russian President Vladimir Putin's visit to Kazakhstan. On the domestic front, Tamil Nadu prepares for Cyclone Fengal, Parliament reconvenes amid political protests, and Gujarat conman Kiran Patel faces court. NTPC Green Energy IPO The listing date for NTPC Green Energy …

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FirstUp: Russia’s Putin to visit Kazakhstan, Cyclone Fengal expected to make landfall... Big headlines today
3 weeks, 5 days ago

FirstUp: Russia’s Putin to visit Kazakhstan, Cyclone Fengal expected to make landfall... Big headlines today

Firstpost  

Russia’s President Vladimir Putin is visiting Central Asia’s largest country, Kazakhstan, today. Russian President Vladimir Putin is visiting Central Asia’s largest country, Kazakhstan, today. Russia’s Putin to visit Kazakhstan Russian President Vladimir Putin will be visiting Kazakhstan today to sign “dozens of documents” seeking to strengthen the relationship shared by the two countries. Cyclone Fengal The depression over Southwest Bay …

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Indian sports wrap, November 26: IGU likely to host Asia-Pacific events, Tata Steel World 25K in Kolkata receives overwhelming response
3 weeks, 6 days ago

Indian sports wrap, November 26: IGU likely to host Asia-Pacific events, Tata Steel World 25K in Kolkata receives overwhelming response

The Hindu  

GOLF Indian Golf Union likely to host Asia-Pacific events The Indian Golf Union is likely to host some Asia-Pacific Golf Confederation tournaments in 2025 and 2026 respectively, the federation said on Tuesday. $15,000 ITF men, Luanda, Angola Singles : Chirag Duhan t Fernando Andre 6-3, 6-1; Victor Braga bt Yash Yadav 7-5, 6-2; Jean-Christian Morandais bt Tarun Karra 6-3, 6-3; …

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FIBA Asia Cup 2025 Qualifiers: India stuns higher-ranked Kazakhstan, keeps qualifying hopes alive
3 weeks, 6 days ago

FIBA Asia Cup 2025 Qualifiers: India stuns higher-ranked Kazakhstan, keeps qualifying hopes alive

The Hindu  

It was a performance of pure grit and determination as the Indian men’s basketball team pulled off an upset by beating higher-ranked Kazakhstan 88-69 in the FIBA Asia Cup 2025 qualifiers at the Nehru Stadium here on Monday. READ | NBA roundup: Heat turns back Mavericks in OT, Celtics beats Timberwolves With four minutes remaining in the first quarter, Vadim …

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FIBA Asia Cup 2025 Qualifiers: India’s qualifying hopes on line in crucial showdown against Kazakhstan
4 weeks, 1 day ago

FIBA Asia Cup 2025 Qualifiers: India’s qualifying hopes on line in crucial showdown against Kazakhstan

The Hindu  

The Indian men’s basketball team will look to conclude its home leg of the FIBA Asia Cup qualifiers on a positive note when it faces off against a resilient Kazakhstan side at the Nehru Indoor Stadium here on Monday. The team is coming off a disappointing 53- 69 loss against a lower-ranked Qatar side on Friday, in what was head …

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China's top political advisor meets with Kazakhstan's state counsellor
1 month ago

China's top political advisor meets with Kazakhstan's state counsellor

China Daily  

Wang Huning, China's top political advisor, meets with Erlan Karin, state counsellor of Kazakhstan, in Beijing on Nov 23, 2024. BEIJING -- Wang Huning, China's top political advisor, met with Erlan Karin, state counsellor of Kazakhstan, in Beijing on Saturday. Wang, chairman of the Chinese People's Political Consultative Conference National Committee, said that China is willing to work with Kazakhstan …

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Nations League: France grab top spot after Italy win, England earn promotion
1 month ago

Nations League: France grab top spot after Italy win, England earn promotion

India Today  

France claimed a dramatic 3-1 victory over Italy in Milan to secure top spot in UEFA Nations League Group A2, as Adrien Rabiot's double and a Lucas Digne-inspired masterclass propelled Les Bleus to glory. France doubled their lead when Digne's stunning free-kick ricocheted off the crossbar and deflected into the net off Italy goalkeeper Guglielmo Vicario. The striker, now leading …

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NASA’s only visit to Uranus happened during a rare cosmic occurrence
1 month, 1 week ago

NASA’s only visit to Uranus happened during a rare cosmic occurrence

CNN  

Editor’s note: A version of this story appeared in CNN’s Wonder Theory science newsletter. An unusual cosmic occurrence during the Voyager 2 spacecraft’s 1986 flyby might have skewed how scientists characterized the ice giant, new research suggests. The new study found that when Voyager 2 was taking its readings intense solar wind created conditions that happen 4% of the time, …

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Kazakhstan and Uzbekistan: New Domestic Violence Laws and the Protection of Children
1 month, 1 week ago

Kazakhstan and Uzbekistan: New Domestic Violence Laws and the Protection of Children

The Diplomat  

In August, a 17-year-old schoolgirl in Kyzylorda, Kazakhstan finally returned to her family after enduring months of sexual slavery at the hands of her classmates. There should be a very simple ‘pipeline’ for what institutions schools, local communities, police should do to address situations where a child’s safety is in question.” While the law does stipulate additional requirements for institutions …

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Young Chinese are ditching planes to travel long distances by train and bus. Meet the ‘iron butt’ travelers
54 years, 11 months ago

Young Chinese are ditching planes to travel long distances by train and bus. Meet the ‘iron butt’ travelers

CNN  

Hong Kong CNN — Lin En could have easily reached his destination in six hours had he caught a flight. They call themselves “iron butt” travelers – inspired by the amount of time they spend traveling on uncomfortable seats that make flesh start to feel like metal. Iron butt travel lets me visit more places for less money,” another self-identified …

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Almaty, Kazakhstan: How a drab Soviet metropolis became Central Asia’s capital of cool
54 years, 11 months ago

Almaty, Kazakhstan: How a drab Soviet metropolis became Central Asia’s capital of cool

CNN  

Almaty, Kazakhstan CNN — Several cities around the globe have reinvented themselves in recent years, but none more successfully than Almaty. “It’s an incredibly livable city,” says long-time American resident Dennis Keen, a historic preservation advocate and founder of Walking Almaty. And it’s very much the center of contemporary art and dining in Central Asia.” Keen adds that whenever he …

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Putin to visit Kazakhstan on Nov 27, sign 'dozens of documents' to boost relations
1 month, 2 weeks ago

Putin to visit Kazakhstan on Nov 27, sign 'dozens of documents' to boost relations

Firstpost  

The Russian leader last visited Kazakhstan in July to attend a summit of the Shanghai Cooperation Organisation – a defence group that brings together Russia, China, Iran and Central Asian countries Russian President Vladimir Putin will travel to Kazakhstan on November 27, making it his second visit to Central Asia’s largest country this year. The Russian leader last visited Kazakhstan …

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UN Day in Kazakhstan: celebration of cultural heritage
1 month, 2 weeks ago

UN Day in Kazakhstan: celebration of cultural heritage

China Daily  

Today the United Nations Day was celebrated in Astana with a performance of the Kazakh musical “Jibek” at the Zhastar Theatre, bringing together over 300 attendees from the Government, diplomatic corps, civil society, media, academia, and the private sector. This year’s event emphasized Kazakhstan’s cultural heritage and celebrated the strong partnership between Kazakhstan and the UN in promoting peace, sustainable …

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Kazakhstan at the VII Chinese International Exhibition: new opportunities
1 month, 2 weeks ago

Kazakhstan at the VII Chinese International Exhibition: new opportunities

China Daily  

Prime Minister Olzhas Bektenov took part in the opening ceremony of the VII China International Import Expo in Shanghai. Participation in the exhibition creates new opportunities for expanding trade and economic relations with foreign partners and introducing national products to international markets, DKnews.kz reports. The opening ceremony of the international exhibition was also attended by Premier of the State Council …

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China prepares to enhance ties with central Asia
1 month, 2 weeks ago

China prepares to enhance ties with central Asia

China Daily  

China pledged on Monday to enhance ties with Kazakhstan and Uzbekistan and strengthen communication, cooperation and coordination with the two Central Asian countries within the multilateral framework including the United Nations, the Shanghai Cooperation Organization and the China-Central Asia mechanism. While meeting with Bektenov, Li expressed China's willingness to work with Kazakhstan to deepen political mutual trust, firmly support each …

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Kazakhstan and South Korea: new initiatives and projects
1 month, 2 weeks ago

Kazakhstan and South Korea: new initiatives and projects

China Daily  

Deputy Prime Minister – Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Kazakhstan Murat Nurtleu arrived on an official visit to the Republic of Korea, during which he is scheduled to meet with the country’s leadership, hold talks with Foreign Minister Cho Tae-yul, as well as participate in the “Central Asia – Republic of Korea” forum, DKnews.kz reports. On the …

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