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These 'shepherd week' vacations cost between Rs 40,000 and Rs 57,000 at most locations. The popular holiday scheme allows vacationers to combine recreation and nature conservation.

Finland named world's happiest country for 8th consecutive year. Here's India's rank

Finland secured the top spot with an average happiness score of 7.74 out of 10, followed closely by Denmark, Iceland, Sweden, and the Netherlands. The Nordic nations have consistently dominated the rankings due to their strong welfare systems, high standard of living, and emphasis on work-life balance.

Finland is world's happiest country for 8th straight year. India stands at ...

The United States not only failed to make the top 10 but also slipped to its lowest-ever position in the happiness ranking at 24.

Sanjay Dutt shares breathtaking photos of northern lights during family vacation in Finland

Sanjay Dutt recently shared beautiful vacation moments from Finland on Instagram, enjoying quality time with his wife Maanayata and twins, Shahraan and Iqra. His post, featuring breathtaking pictures and videos of the Northern Lights, captured the attention of fans, quickly going viral for its stunning visuals and family moments.

Finland plans to ban Russians from buying property

Relations between Finland and neighbouring Russia have soured since Moscow's invasion of Ukraine in 2022, which prompted Helsinki to join the NATO military alliance after decades of non-alignment.

Bangladesh News: Sheikh Hasina considering Finland for asylum as US, UK dither

Twenty-four hours after ousted Bangladesh Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina fled Dhaka and landed at Delhi’s Hindon base, it is still unclear where her final destination will be. Sources confirmed that the United Kingdom is “unlikely” to accept her request for asylum. It is understood that Hasina, who had to leave Bangladesh at short notice, is discussing options with other countries like the UAE and Saudi Arabia, apart from the US, UK and Finland. According to officials, Hasina, who is travelling with sister Sheikh Rehana Siddiq, is in a “safe house” , pending a final decision. #bangladeshunrest #sheikhhasina #asylum #US #Finland #UK #bangladeshnewsupdate #sheikhhasinaasylum

Finland school shooting: 12-year-old opens fire inside classroom, injures 3

Police were alerted to the scene at 09:08 am and later specified that both the suspect and the injured were all 12 years old.

India ranks 126 in World Happiness Report behind Palestine, Pakistan. Top spot goes to...

The younger demographic in India emerged as the 'happiest' cohort, while those in the 'lower middle' stratum report the least satisfaction.

Immigration Series: All About Finland’s Start-up Residence Permit

Non-EU entrepreneurs can apply for the Finnish Startup Permit that is issued for a maximum of two years and can be renewed.

Finland, NATO's newest member, will sign a defence pact with the United States

Finland joined NATO in April after decades of military non-alignment as a direct result of Russia’s assault on Ukraine that started in February 2022.

EU sends border police reinforcements to Finland over fears that Russia is behind migrant influx

EU border agency sends officers and equipment to aid Finland amid suspicions of Russia's involvement in an influx of migrants.

Finland gas pipe leak probe proceeds on premise of sabotage

There are no final conclusions, the people said. Officials are expected to give more details on the investigation later on Tuesday. European gas prices rose as much as 12.5%.

World Tourism Day 2023: Finland in a nutshell through its Pohjola Route, or northern route

On World Tourism Day, September 27, thinking of the 900-km Pohjola Route, which, with its various attributes and landscapes, is evocative of the whole country.

Immigration News: Investigations into exploitation of Indian immigrants in Auckland; New Zealand extends Work to Residence eligibility to non-AEWV holders

If you are a migrant working in New Zealand, and think you are being exploited, contact Immigration New Zealand (INZ) for help.

An island in Finland is asking travelers to ditch their phones

Tourism officials for Ulko-Tammio, one of several islands inside Eastern Gulf of Finland National Park, say they want it to be a “phone-free island” and are urging visitors to “switch off their smart devices and to stop and genuinely enjoy the islands,” said Mats Selin, an expert with Visit Kotka-Hamina, in a release.

Finland hands Rs 1 crore speeding ticket to one of its richest men

A multimillionaire in Finland has been slapped with a 121,000 euro fine for speeding.

Zimbabwe tops ‘World’s most miserable countries’ list. India’s rank is…

Hanke’s Annual Misery Index (HAMI) ranks 157 nations from most to least miserable. Zimbabwe has been named the world’s most miserable country as per the index.

Sanna Marin, Finland PM whose partying video was viral, to divorce husband

Sanna Marin is not only the youngest prime minister of Finland, but the youngest head of state of an country in the world.

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Finland formally becomes 31st NATO member as Russia rages

Finland's accession roughly doubles the length of the border that NATO shares with Russia and bolsters its eastern flank as the war in Ukraine grinds on with no resolution in sight.

Finland to join NATO military alliance this week, chief says

Stoltenberg said that Turkey, the last country to have ratified Finland's membership, will hand its official texts to U.S. Secretary of State Antony Blinken on Tuesday as NATO foreign ministers gather in Brussels.