16,623 Indian firms joined the chamber last year; Pakistan came second, with 8,179 companies registering as members. Egypt secured third place, with 5,302 companies
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Money inflows into NRI deposits touch $13.33 billion
RBI data for April-December 2024 records highest inflow in FCNR(B) accounts

NRI’s husband arrested for robbing Kerala bank
He threatened the staff at knifepoint before locking them up and breaking open the cash counter

UAE’s Business Opportunities Visa could be a boon for Indian investors
The visa grants the holder permission to travel to the country for either a single visit or multiple visits, based on the approved requirements and eligible professions. The total stay must not exceed 180 days

Federal Bank launches ‘Prospera’ for its NRI customers
The new savings account variant, catering to the Indian diaspora, offers a range of benefits

Indian Oil and Bharat Petroleum to sign deal with Abu Dhabi National Oil Company
India plans to double the share of gas in its energy mix by 2035

UAE extends visas on arrival for NRIs living in six more countries
Indian nationals living in Singapore, Canada, New Zealand, South Korea, Japan, and Australia are eligible

Big win as India-US set whopping $500b trade target after Modi-Trump meet
Two countries also unveil plans for major defence partnership

‘Every investment being made in energy is creating opportunities for green jobs,’ says Prime Minister Modi
Addressing a global audience at India Energy Week 2025, he urged investors to build a strong supply chain in India

NRI wing of Punjab Police step up vigil
Punjabis living abroad can report their grievances on WhatsApp number

Emirati writers celebrate UAE heritage at New Delhi World Book Fair
At the nine-day literary event, authors explored the cultural synergies at play between India and the Middle East

Indian jewellery retailer Malabar Gold enters New Zealand
At an investment of NZ$75 million, the company establishes its presence with three showrooms in the 14th country of its operations