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World Cup Qualifier: Belgium stun Liechtenstein as they hit them for 6
Belgium has stunned Liechtenstein by scoring 6 against them in the last night’s World Cup qualifier game. Belgium show no mercy on the underdogs as they were too brutal for them. De Cupyer, Tielemans (2), De Bruyne, Theate, and Fofana, all were on...
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Belgium thrash Liechtenstein 6-0 in World Cup qualifier with Tielemans brace
CAPTAIN YOURI TIELEMANS scored twice to lead Belgium to a commanding 6-0 victory over Liechtenstein in their 2026 World Cup qualifying match. Winger Malick Fofana celebrated his first international goal during the one-sided Group J encounter at...
Belgium Crush Liechtenstein 6-0 In World Cup Qualifying Group J
September 04, (THEWILL) — Belgium dominated Liechtenstein with a comprehensive 6-0 victory in World Cup qualifying Group J, moving within three points of leaders Wales while holding two games in hand. Captain Youri Tielemans led by example with a...
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UAE-Europe travel alert: New Entry/Exit System (EES) launches October 2025; what travellers need to know
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The Times of India
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From October 2025, the EU’s EES system will replace manual passport stamping with biometric checks for all non-EU travellers, including UAE citizens/ AI Representative Image, for illustrative purposes only Starting 12 October 2025, travellers from...
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CommentWhy did the US government shut down?
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The National News
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Closed signs have sprung up across Washington and at federal sites around the US as the government shutdown takes hold. The lights went out at non-essential government agencies after Democrats refused to give Republicans the 60 votes they needed...
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Business News | Trade and Economic Partnership Agreement with EFTA Countries Will Be a Game Changer: JBM Group Vice Chairman
New Delhi [India], October 2 (ANI): The landmark Trade and Economic Partnership Agreement (TEPA) between India and the EFTA States (Iceland, Liechtenstein, Norway and Switzerland) entered into force on Wednesday, representing a significant...
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Albania ranks mid-table on global stress
TIRANA, Oct. 2 (TemA) — Albania ranks 84th of 197 countries for overall stress, placing in the middle of the index, according to CEO Magazine World’s 2025 report. The index tracks four pillars: work, financial, social/family and health stress. For...
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India–EFTA free trade pact to take effect from October 1
KATHMANDU: The India–European Free Trade Association (EFTA) Trade and Economic Partnership Agreement (TEPA) will come into force on October 1, 2025, marking India’s first free trade agreement with four developed European nations — Switzerland,...
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How much money do I need to enter each EU and Schengen area country?
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Roche commits $1.9 bn investment in India over next 5 yrs
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Financial Express
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Swiss healthcare major Roche Pharma said on Wednesday it will invest 1.5 billion Swiss francs ( approximately $1.9 billion) in India over the next five years, marking a significant expansion as the country becomes a key growth and innovation hub...
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Business News | India-EFTA 'Trade and Economic Partnership Agreement' Brings Capital, Technology and Jobs for India: Piyush Goyal
New Delhi [India], October 2 (ANI): Union Minister of Commerce & Industry, Piyush Goyal stated that the landmark Trade and Economic Partnership Agreement (TEPA) between India and the European Free Trade Association (EFTA) States - Iceland,...
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Trade treaty kicks in, Swiss govt seeks investment pact
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The Times of India
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EFTA Bloc nations pledged $100 billion investments in India under a new trade deal, with Switzerland seeking a bilateral investment treaty and Liechtenstein a double taxation avoidance agreement. Pharma giant Roche committed $1.8 billion,...
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Swiss Wines and Chocolates to Become Cheaper in India After New Trade Deal
Swiss wines and chocolates will soon become more affordable for Indian consumers following the implementation of a new trade agreement between India and a bloc of four European nations—Switzerland, Norway, Iceland, and Liechtenstein. India signed...
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Nigeria @ 65: Still flying on clipped wings
By Chinelo Obogo [email protected] After 65 years of independence, experts are unanimous in their submission that the Nigerian aviation sector should have soared far above the altitude it currently is. According to them, the nation, by now, should...
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Explainer: India’s free trade agreement with European Free Trade Association bloc
India’s free trade agreement with the EFTA bloc—Switzerland, Norway, Iceland, and Liechtenstein—came into effect on October 2, 2024. It brings $100 billion investment promise, creates 1 million jobs, cuts tariffs, boosts Indian exports and service...
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India's free trade agreement with European Free Trade Association bloc
India's free trade agreement (FTA) with four-nation bloc, European Free Trade Association (EFTA) comes into effect from Wednesday. It is aimed at boosting two-way commerce and investments. The EFTA members are Iceland, Liechtenstein, Norway, and...
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India News | India-EFTA Trade and Economic Partnership Agreement Comes into Force, to Focus on New Job Opportunities, Sustained Economic Growth
New Delhi [India], October 1 (ANI): The landmark Trade and Economic Partnership Agreement (TEPA) between India and the EFTA States (Iceland, Liechtenstein, Norway and Switzerland) came into force on Wednesday, representing a significant milestone...
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EFTA seeks Bilateral Investment Treaty with India to support $100 billion investment commitment
The European Free Trade Association (EFTA) has proposed a Bilateral Investment Treaty (BIT) with India to encourage its member countries' companies to fulfill their collective investment commitment of $100 billion over the next 15 years. Speaking...
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ExclusiveIsraeli PM Netanyahu is not seeking peace in Gaza, says GCC Secretary General
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The National News
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GCC Secretary General Jasem Al Budaiwi has weighed in on US President Donald Trump’s 20-point plan for Gaza, saying he does not believe Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu is seeking peace. “So far, [Netanyahu] has not been proven to really...
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India-EFTA trade pact explained: Tariff cuts, sectoral benefits, and investment commitments
India's free trade agreement (FTA) with four-nation bloc, European Free Trade Association (EFTA) comes into effect from Wednesday. It is aimed at boosting two-way commerce and investments. The EFTA members are Iceland, Liechtenstein, Norway, and...
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