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The government is pushing to revise the Immigration Control Act to better protect foreign workers — including those without legal status — from losing wages and severance pay in an effort to ...

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Some hotels are experimenting with virtual check-ins, though many guests still prefer in-person service. Major hotel chains like Hilton, Hyatt, and Marriott offer mobile check-in options through their ...

India's Commitment to Sovereignty and Global Cooperation United Nations: External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar emphasized ...