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  • Prior Authorisation For Travel to EU: Entry/Exit System Set for October Launch, Travel Authorisation to Follow in 2026

    Prior Authorisation For Travel to EU: Entry/Exit System Set for October Launch, Travel Authorisation to Follow in 2026

    The European Union (EU) is preparing to launch its new digital border system, the Entry/Exit System (EES), in October 2025. A phased implementation is being considered to ensure a smooth rollout. The European Travel Information and Authorisation System (ETIAS) is expected to follow six months later, potentially launching in early 2026. UK passport holders will…

  • UK Introduces Electronic Travel Authorisation for All Non-Visa Nationals

    UK Introduces Electronic Travel Authorisation for All Non-Visa Nationals

    The UK government has announced the full introduction of Electronic Travel Authorisations (ETAs) to all non-visa nationals, as part of efforts to modernise its immigration system and enhance border security. The new digital system aims to streamline entry procedures to the UK while preventing potential security threats. Previously available only to citizens of Bahrain, Kuwait,…

  • Dr. Vinod Menon Honoured with Lifetime Membership by Obesity Surgery Society of India

    Dr. Vinod Menon Honoured with Lifetime Membership by Obesity Surgery Society of India

      Prof. Vinod Menon, a distinguished laparoscopic upper gastrointestinal and obesity surgeon, has been awarded an Honorary Life Membership by the Obesity Surgery Society of India (OSSI) in recognition of his outstanding contributions to the field. The prestigious honour was presented by cricket legend Sachin Tendulkar at their annual event held at the Jio Convention…

  • Father of Two Young Kids Battles Cancer: UK-Based Sister Launches Urgent Fundraising Appeal

    Father of Two Young Kids Battles Cancer: UK-Based Sister Launches Urgent Fundraising Appeal

     A young father of two from Vaikom, Manu Kurian (32), is fighting a severe form of cancer and urgently requires financial assistance for life-saving treatment. Manu, a private driver and sole breadwinner for his family, was diagnosed with Double-Hit Lymphoma, a highly aggressive type of cancer, two months ago. Manu, son of P.J. Kurian and…

  • Rishi Sunak and Family in India: Meet Prime Minister Narendra Modi

    Rishi Sunak and Family in India: Meet Prime Minister Narendra Modi

    India’s Prime Minister Narendra Modi met former UK Prime Minister Rishi Sunak and his family on Tuesday, February 18, marking a significant moment in India-UK diplomatic relations. Modi shared pictures from the meeting, describing it as a “delightful encounter.” Sunak was accompanied by his wife, Akshata Murty, their daughters, Krishna and Anoushka, and his mother-in-law,…

  • Election of UUKMA national office bearers to be held in Birmingham tomorrow

    Election of UUKMA national office bearers to be held in Birmingham tomorrow

    അലക്സ് വർഗ്ഗീസ് (നാഷണൽ പി.ആർ.ഒ &  മീഡിയ കോർഡിനേറ്റർ)   പ്രവാസ ലോകത്തെ ഏറ്റവും വലിയ മലയാളി സംഘടനയായ യുക്മയുടെ ഒൻപതാമത് ഭരണസമിതിയെ തെരഞ്ഞെടുക്കുന്നതിനുള്ള ദേശീയ പൊതുയോഗം നാളെ ഫെബ്രുവരി 22 ശനിയാഴ്ച ബർമിംഗ്ഹാമിനടുത്ത് എർഡിംഗ്ടണിൽ വച്ച് നടക്കും. യുക്മയുടെ അംഗ അസോസിയേഷനുകളിൽ, മുൻകൂട്ടി അറിയിച്ചപ്രകാരം നിശ്ചിത സമയത്തിനുള്ളിൽ യുക്മ പ്രതിനിധി ലിസ്റ്റ് സമർപ്പിച്ച നൂറ്റി നാല്പതോളം അസോസിയേഷനുകൾക്ക്  ആയിരിക്കും, രണ്ടുവർഷം കൂടുമ്പോൾ നടക്കുന്ന ഈ ജനാധിപത്യ പ്രക്രിയയിൽ ഇത്തവണ പങ്കെടുക്കുവാൻ അവസരം ലഭിക്കുന്നത്.  യുക്മ തിരഞ്ഞെടുപ്പ്…