1.As the interview wait times for visitor B1 (business) and B2 (tourist) visas in India vary from 15 to 20 months, the US Consulate in Frankfurt has set aside non-immigrant visa interview appointments specifically for Indian applicants, according to a report published by The Times of India. In India, the wait time for a B1/B2 interview appointment varies from state to state. In Kolkata, the wait time is 607 days, while in Mumbai, it stands at 571 days, followed by 486 days in Chennai and 441 days in Hyderabad. For Frankfurt, the wait time is just three days.-livemint.com
2.The United Arab Emirates (UAE), the host of the UN climate change conference (COP28) this year, will circulate a draft landmark declaration for food security transition to member countries in a few days, UAE’s climate change and environment minister Mariam Al Mehairi said in an interview.-livemint.com
3.The five-day Team Canada trade mission was to be led by Minister of International Trade, Export Promotion, Small Business and Economic Development Mary Ng and begin on October 9. However, Canadian media reported on Friday that it had been postponed. The agency Canadian Press cited Ng’s office in this regard, adding it gave no reason for the postponement.-hindustantimes.com
4.Mumbai-based senior cleric Mufti Manzoor Ziyaee who heads the NGO Ilm-O-Hunar Foundation has welcomed Saudi-based Maharah Human Resources Co's agreements with three major International recruitment agencies in India, especially Mumbai-based Roots recruitment services, to services, to employ 50,000 Indian workers till 2030.-Times of India
5.Indian Railways will be rolling out the first version of Vande Bharat sleeper trains soon. According to details revealed by BG Mallya, the General Manager of Integral Coach Factory (ICF), "Sleeper coach of Vande Bharat will be rolled out in the current financial year where the first train is under production and will be rolled out in March 2024".-livemint.com
6.World Ozone Day or International Day for the Preservation of the Ozone Layer is observed annually on 16 September. The day is dedicated to highlight the importance of Ozone layer and its significant contribution in protecting our planet Earth. Ozone layer is made up of Trioxygen molecule (O3) and has the potential to absorb harmful Ultraviolet (UV) rays.- https://www.thequint.com/
7.The Director General of the Indian Council of Medical Research (ICMR) Rajeev Bahl informed that the mortality rate in Nipah virus infection cases is very high compared to the Covid-19 infection. The head of the medical body added that while in Covid-19 the mortality was no more than 2% to 3%, in Nipah virus infection cases the mortality rate has ranged between 40% to 70%.-livemint.com
8.Mumbai's beloved double-decker buses, a cherished part of the city's history for over 80 years, bid a poignant farewell as they were phased out by the Brihanmumbai Electricity Supply and Transport (BEST). Employees marked the occasion with an emotional cake-cutting ceremony. These iconic vehicles, once numbering 900, have dwindled to just a few on the city's roads.-The Times of India
9.Association of Hospitality Professionals (AHP), a non-profit registered organization committed to promoting excellence in the hospitality industry, is proud to announce the much awaited sixth edition of AHPHospitality Challenge and Awards – 2023. This prestigious event serves as a platform to encourage and recognize young hospitality professionals, while showcasing their remarkable talent and creativity.-https://hospitalitybizindia.com
10.HospitalityHope.com, a pioneering global job portal, is set to revolutionize the world of hospitality job seeking. Designed to cater to the needs of individuals seeking jobs, internships, or stages in the hospitality sector, this platform stands out by being completely free of fees, subscriptions, or sponsors. This initiative is entirely financed from the personal savings of the visionary behind it, Rashmi Uday Singh.-hotelierindia.com
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