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Iran-Israel conflict puts UAE, Saudi Arabia's foreign workers under strainA protracted conflict in the Gulf is jeopardizing billions in remittances, vital for families across Asia and Africa. Migrant workers, like...- Qatar introduces new residency rule: What foreign workers need to knowQatar has cut the exit window for foreign workers after residence permit cancellation to just two weeks. Previously, workers had 30 days to...
- About 19 million from India and several other countries migrated to Gulf countries since 2010: StudyA new study reveals that approximately 19 million people have migrated from India, Pakistan, and Bangladesh to the Middle East since 2010, ...
- Fishermen are being pushed to the brink by fuel costs in Southeast AsiaRising energy, freight, and supply chain expenses are escalating seafood prices globally. Governments offer aid, but it's stretched thin, i...
- India's job engine strains as Iran war hits remittances and tradeThe Middle East conflict is impacting India's economy by forcing migrant workers home and reducing demand for manufactured exports. This do...
- Standardise documentation for advancing international mobility of skilled workers: NitiNiti Aayog proposes government action to boost skilled Indian worker mobility abroad. Key recommendations include formalizing contracts and...
- UN labour agency says Middle East war threatens millions of jobsThe Middle East war is impacting jobs and pay worldwide. Millions of jobs could be lost, and real wages may fall in 2026 and 2027. Migrant ...
- India-UAE, India-US among top 10 migration corridors in 2024: UNA United Nations report reveals key global migration routes. India to the United Arab Emirates and India to the United States are among the...
- For foreign workers in Mideast, risk from Iran war collides with economic strain at homeA missile strike in the Mideast killed Mohammad Abdullah Al Mamun, a Bangladeshi migrant worker, highlighting the perilous situation for mi...
- ‘Indian workers are central to Middle East oil — yet, they’re unseen’Indian migrants have been crucial to the Middle Eastern oil industry from its beginnings. Professor Andrea Wright highlights their signific...
- India’s $138 billion money bank outside the border is getting harder to shakeThe resilience of India's remittance system has reached new heights, with money sent home now more equipped to withstand external shocks. A...
- Cooking gas shortage: India ramps up LPG output as West Asia conflict hits supplyIndia is ramping up LPG production and securing alternative imports as the Iran conflict disrupts supplies and deepens a nationwide cooking...
- India cranks up output to cope with enduring cooking gas crisisIndia is grappling with a severe cooking gas shortage. Refineries are increasing output, and new supplies are being sourced globally, inclu...
- Sri Lanka among worst impacted countries in Asia-Pacific due to West Asia conflict: UN reportIn light of the West Asia crisis, a recent UN report underscores the profound economic challenges facing Sri Lanka. The country is grapplin...
- Around 10.10 lakh passengers travelled to India since February 28 from region amid West Asia tensions, says GovtIndia is ensuring smooth functioning across key sectors amidst the West Asia situation. The Petroleum Ministry guarantees uninterrupted fue...
- Indian officials see Iran war oil shock as disruptive as CovidIndia is drawing on its Covid-era playbook to cushion the economic blow from the Iran war, with officials warning the disruption to energy ...
- Govt seizes 500 LPG cylinders as India intensifies energy security measures amid Israel-Iran warThe government is taking strong measures to address the LPG shortage and ensure fuel stability. Raids are underway to stop black-marketing,...
- RBI sees BoP improving despite oil risks, remittances to stay strongIndia's central bank anticipates an improved balance of payment situation. While high crude oil prices may initially impact the current acc...
- West Bengal Assembly Elections: Malda, Murshidabad workers extend Eid stay to voteThousands of migrant workers from Malda and Murshidabad are returning home. They are extending their stay after Eid festivals to cast their...
- Gulf tensions, high fares may hit turnout of overseas voters in Kerala pollsKerala Assembly elections 2026: Overseas voters are expected to significantly reduce travel to Kerala for the upcoming Assembly elections. ...
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