Canada, US top 2 study destinations for Indians, UK displaces Australia as No. 3
Wednesday, 29 November 2023 The pecking order of destinations Indians students choose to fly to has changed in the last one year. While Canada continues to be number 1, followed by the US, the UK has displaced Australia to rise to third position. The Indian Students Mobility Report 2023, which indicates entry numbers for 2022, said the UK saw the highest year-on-year growth at 49.6% followed closely by Canada at 46.8%. The US also had significant growth of 18.9%. Australia saw relatively minimal growth of 0.7%.
Bangladesh is in turmoil as violent protests over job quotas escalate, leading to a nationwide curfew and army deployment. Over 4,500 Indian nationals, along with nearly 540 citizens from Nepal, Bhutan, and the Maldives, have been safely evacuated. The Indian High Commission in Dhaka is working tirelessly to ensure the safety of all Indian citizens. Meanwhile, West Bengal CM Mamata Banerjee has offered shelter to distressed Bangladeshis. In a significant development, the Bangladesh Supreme Court has overturned a high court order on job quotas, further fueling the unrest. Tune in for detailed updates and expert analysis.
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The oil tanker Prestige Falcon capsized off Oman's coast near Duqm port, resulting in the disappearance of its 16-member crew (13 Indians, 3 Sri Lankans). The incident occurred 25 nautical miles southeast of Ras Madrakah. As of Thursday, search efforts continued with the vessel underwater and inverted. No oil leaks were reported. The tanker was en route to Aden, Yemen. Duqm, a crucial economic center for Oman's oil and gas projects, houses major installations. The cause of the capsize remains unknown.
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In a heart-wrenching incident, at least 45 Indians were among the 49 people killed when a devastating fire swept through a labour housing facility in Kuwait’s Mangaf area early Wednesday. The tragedy has cast a spotlight on the appalling living conditions faced by migrant workers in the Gulf region. An Indian Air Force aircraft brought the mortal remains of the victims back to India, with 24 of the deceased being from Kerala. The arrival of the remains at Kochi Airport was met by grieving families who are struggling to come to terms with their loss.
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