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UK student visa refusals for Indian applicants rise to 8%, complicating international recruitment for universities
The refusal rate for student visas in the UK for Indian applicants has surged to eight percent, sparking worry among universities that heavily depend on international students from higher-risk backgrounds. Many institutions are now reevaluating their recruitment strategies variously as they face application backlogs resulting in increased refusals. While some universities have halted recruitment from certain nations, others are reshaping their approaches to continue attracting foreign students.
UK study visa refusals impact university offers for foreign students: Report
British universities are changing their approach to international admissions following new regulations from the UK Home Office. With the visa rejection threshold lowered from 10% to 5%, schools are proactively rescinding offers, especially for candidates from countries such as Pakistan and Nigeria where rejections are rising sharply. This shift signifies a trend towards prioritizing applicants from regions with a history of lower refusal rates to mitigate compliance issues.
No Fitch, Moody's or S&P, please: The Big 3 face a new challenge
The African Union established the Africa Credit Rating Agency to provide better assessments for African economies. This initiative aims to address global rating agencies' perceived biases and shortcomings. Credit ratings for African nations currently suffer from a significant information gap compared to other regions. The new agency could enhance local capital markets by focusing on domestic debt markets and investments.
At least 48 dead in Nigeria after consuming drink suspected to contain methanol, authorities say
At least 48people have died in southern Nigeria after consuming a local alcoholic drink. Around one hundred others are receiving medical treatment for suspected methanol poisoning. Officials reported the incident occurred in Odigbo and Irele local government areas. Police have arrested fifteen individuals in connection with the deadly concoction. Investigations are ongoing into the production of the unsafe drink.
Africa's richest man's first business was selling sweets at school, now Aliko Dangote is wealthier than China's Jack Ma and Amazon co-founder MacKenzie Scott
Africa's richest man, Aliko Dangote, saw his net worth significantly increase after the Dangote Refinery IPO. The massive oil facility is now available to investors on the Nigerian Exchange. This offering aims to raise approximately 2.15 trillion Naira for the refinery. The refinery's equity is valued at around 63 trillion Naira, or $47.6 billion. Future plans include expanding production capacity to 1.4 million barrels daily by 2029.
PM Modi holds bilateral meeting with Nigeria Vice President Kashim Shettima on BRICS sidelines
Prime Minister Narendra Modi met Nigeria Vice President Kashim Shettima during the BRICS Summit. External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar also discussed cooperation with Nigeria's Foreign Minister. Nigeria holds BRICS Partner Country status and seeks stronger bilateral ties. India's economic presence and trade partnerships in Nigeria are significant. The summit focused on resilience, innovation, cooperation, and sustainability for global growth.
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India-Africa partnership holds immense potential for sustainable, industrial growth: Naveen Jindal
At the BRICS Summit, Naveen Jindal, a prominent industrialist, met with South African President Cyril Ramaphosa. Their talks emphasized the importance of fostering economic ties and strategic investments, laying the groundwork for potential sustainable growth and industrial progress. With a goal of reaching USD 200 billion in India-Africa trade by 2030, Prime Minister Narendra Modi also held discussions with other world leaders during the summit.
Ex-Delhi Police ACP recalls German police encounter, says it made him see the uniform differently after 38 years in service
What made a former Delhi Police ACP view a police uniform differently after more than 38 years of service? Rajindar Pathania’s account of an unexpected encounter with German police during a trip, along with his observations about the country’s cleanliness, has sparked a debate among users over policing, civic responsibility, population and the differences between India and Europe.
A Nigerian engineer built his first model house with 14,800 sand-filled plastic bottles; the experiment later grew into 15 houses, including a five-bedroom duplex
Nigerian engineer Yahaya Ahmed is building homes using thousands of discarded plastic bottles. His initiative has constructed up to fifteen houses across Nigeria and beyond. This method significantly lowers construction costs and provides excellent insulation. Sand-filled bottles are incorporated into walls, creating durable and long-lasting structures. The project addresses plastic waste while offering an affordable housing solution.
What to know about joint US-Nigeria operation that killed a senior militant leader
Trump wrote in a social media post that the mission in the early hours of Saturday targeted Abu Bakr al-Mainuki, who was part of the top leadership of the local IS chapter in West Africa.
ISIS second in command Abu-Bilal al-Minuki eliminated: Trump
United States President Donald Trump announced the elimination of Abu-Bilal al-Minuki, the global second-in-command of ISIS. American and Nigerian forces conducted a complex mission to remove the terrorist from the battlefield. Al-Minuki was reportedly planning operations targeting Americans and terrorizing people in Africa. His removal significantly diminishes ISIS's global operations. The President thanked the Nigerian government for their partnership.
Sandesara brothers: What we know about duo flourishing in Nigeria as SC allows settlement in $1.6 billion fraud case
Billionaire brothers Nitin and Chetan Sandesara have been offered a settlement by India's Supreme Court, requiring them to pay one-third of their $1.6 billion debt to drop criminal proceedings. Despite facing accusations of a massive bank fraud in India, the Sandesara brothers continue to thrive with their multi-million dollar oil company in Nigeria, which has become a refuge for them.
50 Nigerians leave Gurugram varsity after fight with local students
About 50 Nigerian students of the university have since reportedly left the campus temporarily, alleging harassment by the Indian students. Though the university administration denies such exodus took place.
Nigerian High Commission seeks release of 12 nationals from Meghalaya prisons
The arrested Nigerians are languishing in prisons in Meghalaya even after completing their six-month jail terms, Betrand Tochukwu Ikwuka, who was deputed by the country's high commission based in New Delhi, said on Wednesday.
Nigeria demands 'diligent prosecution' after students attacked
The Nigerian students were allegedly attacked by people during a candle-light march for a 17-year-old Indian boy, who died of suspected drug overdose last week in Greater Noida.
Nihilent to work with Nigerian Government for technology driven development
The NITDA-Nihilent eGovernance Awards have achieved the distinction of being a recognised program with a rigorous evaluation procedure.
Sushma Swaraj's intervention sought to free sailor jailed in Nigeria
"The Indian government should now ensure that our son returns to India...It's been over two years since me and his mother met him."
Nigerian High Commission takes strong objection to Giriraj Singh's comments
O B Okongor said a complaint may be filed with the External Affairs Ministry as Singh's comments were in "very bad taste".
US not considering sending Special Forces to Nigeria: White House
The US at this point of time is not actively considering sending Special Forces to Nigeria , the White House said today in a statement.
US flying aircraft over Nigeria in hunt for girls
Nigeria's initially suggested there would be no negotiations with Boko Haram but it appears that stance may be relaxed.
Death of Nigerian: India in 'diplomatic dialogue' with Nigeria
India today said it was in "diplomatic dialogue" with Nigeria after that country raised the killing of one of its nationals in Goa last week.
Nigeria unveils new visa policy to attract investors, tourists
Nigeria has unveiled its new visa policy mainly to attract global investors and tourists, a government official from the African nation today said.
ONGC-Lakhsmi Mittal JV give up Nigerian oil block
OMEL, the famed joint venture of ONGC and steel czar Lakhsmi Mittal, has relinquished an oil block in Nigeria and will give up the only other asset it is left with in the African nation unless it is relieved of a $6 bn downstream investment commitment.
Tata Power subsidiary TPDDL bids for discoms in Nigeria
TPDDL has bid for three power distribution companies in Nigeria by forming two separate consortiums with two leading companies of the African nation.
Expatriate employees in dire straits at Pramod K Mittal's Global Steel Holdings' Nigeria unit
Expatriate employees at Pramod K Mittal's Nigerian steel company have been cut adrift without pay or living allowances.
Essar Energy gives up two oil blocks in Australia
Essar Energy has relinquished two offshore exploration blocks in the Northern Territory of Australia, for which it had bid in 2008.
CESC looks for partners to pick stake in Nigerian power firms
RPG Group company CESC is in talks with several companies to jointly pick stake in Nigerian power distribution firms that are up for divestment.
Nigeria power grid: Power Grid Corp among final bidder
Power Grid Corporation is among the three firms shortlisted by the Nigerian Government to manage the country's electricity grid to be constructed at a cost of $ 3.5 billion.
OVL, ministry to test waters at Nigerian offshore blocks
Government will send a team of experts to Nigeria to evaluate prospects of the two deepwater oil blocks offered by the Nigerian government for a payment of $291 million.
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