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Opposition leader wins presidential vote in Seychelles
Opposition leader Patrick Herminie won the presidential election in Seychelles, defeating incumbent leader Wavel Ramkalawan in a runoff vote, according to official results released early Sunday. Herminie garnered 52.7% of the vote, with Ramkalawan...
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Opposition leader Patrick Herminie wins Seychelles presidential polls
Opposition leader Patrick Herminie has won the presidential election in Seychelles, defeating incumbent leader Wavel Ramkalawan in the runoff vote. Herminie garnered 52.7 per cent of the votes, with Ramkalawan taking 47.3 per cent. Herminie...
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PM Narendra Modi Congratulates Patrick Herminie on His Victory in Presidential Elections in Seychelles
New Delhi, October 12: Prime Minister Narendra Modi, on Sunday, extended his congratulations to Dr Patrick Herminie on his victory in the Presidential Elections in Seychelles. In a post on X, PM Modi highlighted the longstanding ties between India...
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Opposition leader wins presidential runoff in Seychelles
VICTORIA, Seychelles — Opposition leader Patrick Herminie won the presidential election in Seychelles, defeating President Wavel Ramkalawan in a runoff vote, according to official results released early Sunday. Herminie garnered 52.7% of the vote,...
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The Hottest Travel Spots Worldwide—Surprisingly, Maldives, Seychelles, and Dubai Aren’t Included: Report – Lifestyle News
As winter approaches, thoughts of travel swirl around, driven by holiday commitments, children’s winter vacations, and the electrifying vibes of the New Year. Whether you’re dreaming of an exotic getaway or planning a family trip, the call to...
Top news of the day: MEA denies involvement in Afghan FM Muttaqi’s presser that excluded women journalists; medical student from Odisha gang-raped in West Bengal, and more
Afghanistan’s Foreign Minister Amir Khan Muttaqi, during a press conference, in New Delhi, on October 11, 2025 | Photo Credit: ANI MEA denies involvement in Afghan FM Muttaqi’s presser that excluded women journalists The Ministry of External...
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Weekend Abroad? 5 Countries You Can Fly To In Under 5 Hours
Weekend Abroad? 5 Countries You Can Fly to in Under 5 Hours (image credit: canva) Finding it hard to plan a long vacation? Stressing about overstuffed suitcases? Can’t plan your itinerary? Not to worry, as there are numerous countries to explore...
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Most trending destinations in the world – No, Maldives, Seychelles, or Dubai are not on the list: Report
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Financial Express
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Winter is coming! So are travel commitments, children’s winter vacations, and joyous New Year vibes. These events all call out to you to pack your bags, book that flight, and set your dreams in motion. Since travelling won’t go out of trend, some...
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Seychelles HE taps into the power of regional partnerships
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University World News
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SEYCHELLES-AFRICA The higher education system of Africa’s least populous country – the Indian Ocean archipelago of Seychelles – is increasingly reaching out to universities in other African countries in order to expand its educational offerings,...
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Raffles Seychelles Lights Up the Holidays with Orthodox Christmas Feasts and Oceanfront Festivities
This festive season, Raffles Seychelles transforms into a haven of light, laughter, and island warmth — where the ocean meets the sky and every celebration becomes a cherished memory. From the glow of the Christmas tree to the final toast of the...
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India eyes Seychelles poll run-off amid high-stakes strategic interests
As presidential elections in the strategically located Seychelles head for a run-off with the first round of voting yielding no clear winner, India will be anxiously awaiting the outcome. For, India has huge strategic stakes in this archipelago,...
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More teachers in Seychelles now hold university degrees, NBS report shows
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Seychelles Nation
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The latest education statistics from the National Bureau of Statistics, compiled in collaboration with the Ministry of Education, reveal a marked improvement in teacher qualifications across Seychelles over the past decade. The number of teaching...
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World News | China's Upcoming Strategic Rail Link from Tibet to Lhasa Near LAC, Big Security Concern for India, Warn Tibetan Experts
Dharamshala (Himachal Pradesh) [India], October 12 (ANI): China has begun work on a new strategic railway line connecting Tibet to the Chinese city of Lhasa, a route that runs close to the Line of Actual Control (LAC), sparking fresh concerns over...
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Where are Indians planning to travel in 2026? Here are top 10 destinations: Jorhat in Assam to Chiang Rai in Thailand
As the festive season inches closer, and people start planning their long-weekend and year-end trips, knowing where to travel is the first and foremost concern. While some want to escape the bustle of city life, others seek to travel to an...
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Seychelles activists sue government for Qatari development on turtle nesting sites
Victoria Duthil and Lucie Harter at Supreme Court to file constitutional petition We’ve covered the story of rats and royalty at the Seychelles Islands extensively and the next step in stopping the construction of Qatari villas on turtle nesting...
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World News | Pakistan: Islamabad Under Lockdown for Second Day Amid Fears of TLP Protest
Islamabad [Pakistan], October 12 (ANI): The twin cities of Islamabad and Rawalpindi remained under partial lockdown for the second consecutive day on Saturday as authorities tightened security in anticipation of a protest by the hardline...
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The Bali-alternative holiday destination set to be big next year is scrapping visas for Brits
THE bucket list destination of Sri Lanka is set to get rid of complicated visas for British travellers. The country that's even smaller than Ireland has revealed it has scrapped its lengthy visa for a much simpler ETA application. 4 Sri Lanka is...
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World News | Pakistan Under Fire as Quetta Burials Expose Grim Reality in Balochistan
Balochistan [Pakistan], October 12 (ANI): Twenty unidentified bodies that had been kept in Quetta's Civil Hospital for several days were officially declared unclaimed and later buried under the supervision of the Chhipa Foundation at the Dasht...
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Hotel InsiderInside the revamped Four Seasons Resort Seychelles
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The National News
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The Four Seasons Resort Seychelles offers private villas with stunning ocean and jungle views, ideal for multi-generational families and groups. Dining options include local Creole delicacies and Japanese cuisine, with highlights like octopus...
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How Litvinenko’s killer went from Putin’s top assassin to TV star on Russia’s ‘Traitors’… as glam actress wife cashes in
FROM polonium poisoner to toxic propagandist, Andrey Lugovoy is living proof of how Vladimir Putin rewards his assassins. To this day, the ex-FSB operative, 59, is wanted by Scotland Yard over the murder of staunch Kremlin foe Alexander...
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