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How Will Indians Watch the Olympics? On TV? No. In France? Yes!
With the Olympics happening in Paris, the capital has seen at least a 40% increase in its tourism sector, much of which is due to Indians travelling to the city.
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‘Cruise Visa Waiver’ by Philippines to Boost Tourism
The government of the Philippines has announced a ‘cruise visa waiver’ for foreigners. The scheme aims to allow visa-required foreigners to easily enter the country for cruise tourism.
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Visa-Free No More: Ireland Discontinues Free Visa For These Nations
In a statement, Irish minister for Justice, Helen McEntee, has announced that from July 10, 2024, citizens of some countries, who earlier enjoyed visa-free travel to Ireland, will now have to obtain a visa before entering the European nation.
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German Embassy in Pakistan Suspends Visa Services
In a statement, the German consulate in Karachi, Pakistan, has said that it is temporarily suspending its services in the city for non-EU citizens due to “security concerns”.
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India, China, Malaysia Boost Thailand's Tourism Profits
Thailand's Ministry of Tourism has reported a 35% increase in foreign tourist arrivals during the first half of 2024, with 17.5 million visitors compared to the same period last year.
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Free 30 Day e-Tourist Visa for Malaysians in India
In a statement, the High Commission of India in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia, has announced that Malaysian nationals will be granted a 30-day e-tourist visa with double entry to India.
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Indian Students in Trouble As Australia Doubles Visa Fees
With India being the second-largest source country for international student enrolments in Australia (1,22,391 Indian students in the Jan-Sept 2023 period), the move will affect lakhs of Indian students who want to study in the country.
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