INDIANS IN GERMANY
Indian foreign spending skyrockets 29-fold in a decade
Over the past decade, Indian expenditures on foreign exchange have surged dramatically, increasing from $1.1 bn in FY14 to $31.7 bn in FY24, driven largely by travel expenses. In contrast, remittances from overseas workers into India grew by 71%, rising from $70 bn to $120 bn over the same period. India remains the top recipient of foreign remittances globally, receiving nearly double the amount received by Mexico at $66 bn.
146 Indian students awarded Erasmus Mundus scholarships in Europe in 2024
India has been one of the top recipients of the prestigious Erasmus Mundus scholarships for the 2-year master's programme in Europe under Erasmus+ for the 2024 academic year. The program, which offers a study programme jointly delivered by an international consortium of higher education institutions, has been awarded to 2603 students from 137 countries.
Obtaining a German citizenship becomes easier: All about the new changes
Germany's new citizenship law, effective June 27, allows foreigners in Germany to obtain citizenship faster without giving up their original nationality. It aims to increase eligibility for citizenship, expecting a rise in naturalization figures in 2024. Minister Nancy Faeser emphasized adherence to German values while rejecting discriminatory behaviors.
Germany-based ZF group likely to sell upto 5% stake in ZF Commercial Vehicle for Rs 1,423 crore
According to the term sheet, the German firm is likely to sell at a floor price of Rs 14,980, a 13.3% discount to Tuesday’s closing price Rs 17,277.15. The deal is expected to fetch Rs 1,423 crore to the promoter . Citigroup is the banker to the deal.
Brewtiful game! let's get the b̶a̶l̶l̶ beer rolling
An estimated 2.7 million people are expected to visit Germany for Euro. And, the mantle of giving the German beer industry the much-needed boost seems to falling to the 800,000 British fans, including 100,000 to 200,000 Scots. Devour millions and millions of steins of lager, is what, official sponsor Bitburger and the local brewers are urging them to. The 2006 World Cup too helped beer sales rise 5 per cent in Germany, which had hosted the tournament.
Indian women go down 2-4 to Germany, suffer seventh consecutive loss in FIH Pro League
The Indian women's hockey team suffered a seventh consecutive defeat in the FIH Pro League, losing 2-4 to Germany despite initially leading 2-0 with goals from Sunelita Toppo and Deepika. Germany came from the behind to win with goals from Viktoria Huse, Stinne Kurz, and Jule Bleuel. India previously lost to Belgium, Argentina, Germany, and Great Britain.
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Sarabjot Singh shoots gold at Munich World Cup
Sarabjot Singh secured India's first gold at the ISSF World Cup in the men's 10m air pistol event, outshooting top competitors with a score of 242.7 in the final. He narrowly edged out Bu Shuaihang of China. The 22-year-old's stellar performance, marked by consistent shooting and nerve under pressure, earned him his second individual ISSF World Cup medal.
Indian men's hockey team suffers 1-3 loss to Great Britain in FIH Pro League
Indian men's hockey team lost 1-3 to hosts Great Britain in FIH Pro League. Harmanpreet-led side stunned world champions Germany 3-0. Bandurak Nicholas and Calnan Will scored for GBR, and Abhishek for India. India failed to convert penalty corners. Next match against Germany on June 8.
India thrash world champions Germany 3-0 in Pro League
India's strong performance led by Harmanpreet Singh secured a victory against Germany in the FIH Pro Hockey League London leg, positioning them well in the standings for upcoming matches against Great Britain and a rematch with Germany.
Study abroad: US, UK, Canada, Germany, Australia — which is the best country for Indian students in terms of education cost, scholarships, jobs?
Aspiring to pursue higher studies at prestigious universities like Harvard, Cambridge, Stanford, Oxford, MIT, and others is a common goal for many Indian students. However, achieving this aspiration often presents numerous challenges. Before making a final decision about studying abroad at these highly sought-after destinations, it's essential to carefully consider various factors. Let's explore the key considerations for Indian students aiming to study in these top 5 destinations.
Sports Ministry approves foreign training for Lakshya and Sindhu ahead of Olympics
Indian shuttlers Lakshya Sen and P V Sindhu will train in France and Germany respectively for their Olympic preparations with financial assistance from the Mission Olympic Cell.
Google celebrates 195 years of the Accordion's patent with musical doodle: Know history, significance and global influence
Google celebrated the 195th anniversary of the accordion's patent with a special doodle on May 23, 2024. The doodle featured a musical theme, integrating the 'Google' logo within the bellows of an accordion. Highlighting the instrument's German origins and its impact on various music genres, Google explained how the accordion gained popularity in the late 1800s and became a staple in folk, Cajun, tango, and Latino polka music. T
India could become 3rd largest economy by 2027-28, extreme poverty in rural areas largely conquered: Arvind Panagariya
Arvind Panagariya, Chairman of the 16th Finance Commission, predicts that India could become the world's third-largest economy by 2027-28 if it sustains its growth trajectory of the past two decades. He notes that extreme poverty, which currently affects less than 3% of the population, has significantly declined, especially in rural areas. Panagariya emphasizes the need to address under-employment in agriculture by transitioning workers to the industrial and services sectors for faster urbanization.
Indian national pleads guilty to attacking White House with rented truck
A 20-year-old Indian national living in the US as a permanent resident pleaded guilty to attacking the White House with a rented truck, intending to replace the democratic government with dictatorship. He planned the attack for weeks before crashing into barriers and brandishing a Nazi Swastika banner. He faces sentencing on August 23.
India on track to become third largest consumer market by 2026: UBS
India is set to become the third largest consumer market in 2026, surpassing Germany and Japan, according to a UBS report. The report predicts that the affluent category will double in the next five years, with 88 million people with over $10,000 annual income by 2028. Consumption growth is expected to remain muted at 4-5% in the current and next fiscal, below the 6.5-7% average annual growth seen during FY11 and FY20.
GER-many opportunities for Indian students as European bigwig looks to fill labour gap
Germany is facing a severe labor shortage and an aging population, with estimates suggesting a deficit of 7 million skilled workers by 2035. The country currently has around 700,000 unfilled job vacancies, leading to a decline in economic growth potential from 2% in the 1980s to 0.7%. German Economy Minister Robert Habeck highlights migration as a crucial solution to this issue, warning that failure to address it could further reduce the growth rate to 0.5%.
Indians can now apply for a multiple entry Schengen visa with longer validity
The European Commission's new visa 'cascade' regime simplifies Schengen visa access for Indian nationals, enabling long-term multi-entry visas. This enhances travel flexibility within the Schengen area, reflecting the deepening EU-India relationship and cooperation on migration policy.
As PM Modi seeks third term, Overseas Friends of BJP Germany organise "Chai Pe Charcha with Modi ka Parivaar"
Indian Diaspora in Munich, who joined chai pe charcha, discussed ways to contribute to the Lok Sabha election from Germany. The BJP supporters gathered at the meeting also discussed plans to visit India and to campaign for PM Modi to achieve 'Abki Baar 400 Paar.' The 'Chai Pe charcha' with 'Modi ka Parivaar' started with a pledge from Raghubir's (OFBJP Munich Core member) support and work hard for PM Modi's vision to become developed Bharat by 2047.
9 countries that offer digital nomad visas to Indians, and how much they cost
Remote work has become increasingly popular, especially with the rise of digital nomadism. Many are now opting to travel and work from different countries, exploring new cultures while continuing their careers. While some countries have specific digital nomad visas, others offer alternative options for remote workers. Here's a look at visa options in various countries:
Germany fully backs submarine negotiations with India, wants to offer military cooperation alternatives to New Delhi: German envoy
Germany's Ambassador to India, Philipp Ackerman, has expressed full support for the negotiations between the German firm Thyssenkrupp Marine Systems and the Indian Navy for Project 75 India, which aims to build six new conventional submarines. The project, worth over six billion euros, is a key element of Germany's business strategy in Asia, aimed at diversifying its business relations due to various reasons, including the challenging behavior of India's northern neighbor. Germany is committed to teaming up with an Indian dockyard to build high-tech submarines in India, accelerating the defense partnership between the two countries.
The harder, the better: Why Indians have a distaste for soft-boiled eggs
The British made soft-boiled eggs in India since they were seen as nutritious for children. They were served in egg cups with toast strips, called soldiers, to dunk in the runny yolk.
India serves demarche to Germany for comments on Arvind Kejriwal
The German foreign ministry, reacting to Kejriwal's arrest, stated on Friday, "We have taken note, India is a democratic country. We assume and expect that the standards relating to independence of Judiciary and basic democratic principles will also be applied in this case. Like anyone facing accusations, Mr Kejriwal is entitled to a fair and impartial trial, this includes he can make use of all available legal avenues without restrictions. "
Arvind Kejriwal entitled to fair, impartial trial: Germany
The German foreign ministry, commenting on Arvind Kejriwal's arrest, expressed concerns over potential interference in India's domestic affairs. They emphasized the importance of upholding democratic principles and the independence of the judiciary. Stressing Kejriwal's right to a fair trial, they highlighted the significance of the presumption of innocence and urged that he be allowed to access all legal avenues without constraints.
India will surpass Japan & Germany to emerge as 3rd largest economy in 5 years, says Amitabh Kant
Speaking at a conference on "The Deccan Conversations, Accelerating Our Growth Story", organised by the Confederation of Indian Industry (Southern Region), he said India has been growing in the last three quarters at 8.3 per cent plus and has emerged as a very "resilient powerhouse" during this period.
Germany to woo Indian students to tackle labour market shortages
The German government is addressing labor shortages by focusing on attracting Indian students who form the largest group of international students in the country. Dr. Joybrato Mukherjee of the German Academic Exchange Service emphasized the importance of making the German labour market appealing to Indian graduates
Indian men slip to 4th, women's team ranked 9th in the latest FIH world rankings
India on Tuesday slipped a spot to the fourth position in the latest FIH men's world rankings with Germany taking the third place following their impressive run at the FIH Hockey Olympic Qualifiers. India (2761) had directly qualified for the Paris Olympics through an Asian Games gold last year and didn't need to play in the recently-concluded Olympic Qualifiers.
HDFC Life International announces new health cover for Indian students studying abroad
HDFC Life International has launched a cashless health policy for Indian students studying abroad. Premium in US dollars. Covers students aged 12-40. Flexible coverage terms. Global access to medical facilities. Includes routine check-ups, emergencies, dental care, and alternative medicine.
Germany overtakes Canada as premier study abroad destination for Indian students: upGrad’s study abroad report
Contrary to expectations, EU countries (48.8%) have been witnessing wider demand followed by the US (27.6%) and the UK (9.5%), found the report, which gathered insights from over 25,000 aspirants across tier-1/metros (42.8%), tier-2 and tier-3 (57.2%) cities.
Germany seeks to boost immigration of Indian young Indian skilled professionals
German Secretary of State at the Federal Foreign Office, Susanne Baumann, announced that Germany is opening its doors to young, skilled professionals from India in the fields of green technology, IT, and medical science. The need for well-trained workers in Germany is significant due to economic and demographic reasons. Germany has had success with Indian nurses and is now seeking professionals in the mentioned fields.
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