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Holiday Grooming Hacks

Maintaining a balanced diet is a year-round commitment. Once you’ve achieved your desired shape and body mass index (BMI), it’s crucial to keep that hard-earned progress. While a caloric deficit helps shed fat, it can also reduce muscle mass…reports Asian Lite News

As the Holiday season approaches, the excitement is profound. It’s the time for new clothes and stunning accessories. Yet, amidst all the preparation and anticipation, one aspect often gets overlooked: i.e. ‘Your Grooming’!

We understand that not every trend suits everyone, and that’s perfectly okay. But some fundamental grooming steps should never be missed if you want to look your best during the upcoming holidays. Bombay Shaving Company has got your back with a collection of handy and effective last-minute grooming hacks that will have you looking suave and stylish in no time.

A strong beard game: For many men, a well-groomed beard is a symbol of confidence and style. And when the Holiday season is just around the corner, ensuring your facial hair looks its best is a top priority. But what if you find yourself short on time? Fret not; we’ve got a quick beard grooming tool to help you look sharp and tidy in a hurry. The newly launched, SENSI SMART by Bombay Shaving Company is the ultimate 3-blade cartridge razor that boasts outstanding performance while being super-sensitive on the skin. And for those looking to elevate their grooming game this holiday season, the 7-IN-1 PREMIUM GROOMING KIT from Bombay Shaving Company is your ideal companion. Compact and travel-friendly, it will be your partner for vacation getaways. This all-in-one grooming kit provides solutions for shaving, skincare, and fragrance, ensuring you’re at your best during the holidays. It’s not just a personal indulgence but also a thoughtful gift, making it a perfect addition to your vacation preparations.

Watch your diet: Maintaining a balanced diet is a year-round commitment. Once you’ve achieved your desired shape and body mass index (BMI), it’s crucial to keep that hard-earned progress. While a caloric deficit helps shed fat, it can also reduce muscle mass. On the other hand, an excessive high-calorie diet can be detrimental. Therefore, understanding your body type and sustaining a balanced diet is essential. So make sure you maintain a sensible approach to your diet to ensure you continue to feel good and look your best.

The right fragrance: Fragrance is a powerful element of your overall grooming. Choose a sophisticated cologne that complements your style and personality. Apply it to your pulse points and remember that a little goes a long way. With the help of this high-end fragrance package from Bombay Shaving Company, make such important occasions or even your everyday life- unforgettable. Available in scents such as Tokyo, Veleno, Mexico and Venice suited to each unique personality.

Wardrobe Wizardry: If you’re in a real hurry, it’s all about making the most of what’s already in your wardrobe. Choose a classic outfit that you feel comfortable and confident in. Accessorize wisely – a stylish watch or a well-matched tie can make all the difference. With a little wardrobe wizardry, you can create a memorable holiday look that exudes style and sophistication. So, embrace your existing attire, accessorize strategically, and step out with confidence, ready to shine in the festivities!

Skin revival: For rejuvenated and fresh skin, even at the last minute, turn to a charcoal sheet mask. Festivities can make your skin look dull and tired, especially with all the outdoor activities. Using a charcoal sheet mask will repair and rejuvenate damaged or tanned skin from excess oil, dirt and pollution and simultaneously restore essential skin nutrients. Bombay Shaving Company’s Charcoal Face Care Kit with sheet mask is enriched with the goodness and strong cleansing properties of Activated Bamboo Charcoal. The four-product skincare kit makes an ideal selection for the season and to give your skin that much-needed serotonin boost.

Even if the holiday season has taken you by surprise, these last-minute grooming hacks will ensure you look your dapper best. Whether you’re attending a family gathering, a social event, or a special dinner, these quick tips can make all the difference. After all, confidence, style, and a fresh appearance are the true ingredients for a memorable and joyous vacation!

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PC lauds NYC move to declare Diwali a public holiday

New York City, incidentally, is home to more than 2,00,000 people of Indian origin…reports Asian Lite News

Priyanka Chopra welcomed Diwali with a shoutout to Jennifer Rajkumar, the first Indian American woman to be elected Member of the New York State Assembly, who lobbied to get Diwali declared a public school holiday in New York City from 2023.

Rajkumar, whose 2020 Assembly race was endorsed by California Congressman Ro Khanna, represents certain neighbourhoods in the Queens and also chairs the sub-committee on diversity in law. New York City, incidentally, is home to more than 2,00,000 people of Indian origin.

Chopra, who’s best-known in the U.S. for her performance in the FBI drama series ‘Quantico’, reposted a video to her Instagram Story where Rajkumar announced the news. Along with the video, Chopra wrote: “After all these years! My teenage self living in Queens is crying tears of joy. #representationmatters.”

Last Diwali, Chopra, who’ll be seen soon with Richard Madden in the sci-fi television series ‘The Citadel’, had posted pictures of the celebrations at her home, with her husband, Nick Jonas, attired in Indian clothes.

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Quick visa guide for travellers planning for summer holidays

VFS Global is strictly not authorised to provide advice or guidance on visa category or any other visa requirement that the customer may need…says Monaz Billimoria, Deputy Regional Head – UAE & Qatar, VFS Global.

The world is on the move again after nearly two years of lockdowns and travel restrictions. With many countries opening international borders and easing travel restrictions, many travellers across the globe are planning international trips.

VFS Global, the world’s largest outsourcing and technology services specialist for governments and diplomatic missions worldwide, has put together a quick visa guide for travellers planning Eid Al Adha and summer holidays.

  • What is VFS Global’s role in the visa process?

We manage non-judgmental and administrative tasks related to applications for visa, passport and consular, identity and citizen services for governments part of our client portfolio. This allows diplomatic missions (i.e., embassies/consulates) to effectively manage their time and resources and focus on the critical task of assessing visa applications and making decisions on whether to grant a visa or not.

  • How does the key visa application trends look like?

With international borders opening up and covid restrictions reducing, we have seen a good demand from travellers. Number of visa applications have risen significantly after Q1 2022 and in Q2 & Q3 we expect around 85% of pre-pandemic counts to return. The demand for our optional Premium service, Visa at your doorstep have also doubled since pre-pandemic times due to increased convenience it brings to the applicant.

  • If I am travelling to the UK with stopover in EU member states, do I need Schengen airport transit visa? 

Yes, Schengen airport transit visa is mandatory for travellers with a stopover. This requirement has been in place for many years.

  • How early before my travel dates should I apply for my visa?

When planning your travels, you always book flights and hotels in advance. Do the same for visas.

Most countries accept visa applications up to 90 days (3 months) before your date of travel. According to the revised Schengen Visa Code, effective 02 February 2020, you can apply for a Schengen visa up to 6 months before your date of travel. Particularly this year with higher demand and limited appointment slots available, we urge applicants to apply for their visa as early as possible.

  • What are the typical turnaround timelines for visas?

Each country has a different timeline for its visa processing, and these timelines are mentioned on VFS Global websites, providing you the information required to apply for your visa well in advance. Be aware that during peak season visa processing can take longer than anticipated, hence apply early. Each application is unique and thus the processing time may differ for each case.

  • What is the appointment allotment process at VFS Global?

Appointment slots are offered online based on volume of demand or forecast, and in conjunction with the embassy’s own internal capacity planning. Once scheduled, we highly recommend being at the centre 15 minutes prior the appointed time to avoid missing your slot. Appointments are free, beware of fraudulent parties selling appointments in exchange of money. We urge applicants not to pay for any appointments being offered.

  • I am confused about documentation, which varies depending on who I ask! Which are the correct documents to submit?

A checklist of the documentation required for visa applications for each country served by VFS Global is available on our website. Be sure to carry all the requisite documentation, including a printout of the checklist, to submit along with the duly filled application form. Check your passport’s and Emirates ID’s validity. Many countries require a valid passport six months beyond your return date.

  • How do I track the status of my application?

Once your application is submitted, you can track the progress of your application online through VFS Global website. Additionally, you can opt for the SMS service, and receive timely updates on your mobile phone.

The status will be updated as and when your passport is ready for collection/delivery.  Be aware that VFS Global cannot track your application during the assessment process within an embassy or consulate.

  • Can VFS Global offer me advice and guidance on visa categories and vaccination?

VFS Global is strictly not authorised to provide advice or guidance on visa category or any other visa requirement that the customer may need. VFS Global manages the administrative and non-judgmental aspects of the visa process only, such as visa application submission and biometric enrolment. VFS Global does not comment on vaccine requirements. All travellers are requested to check the destination / transit country guidelines for the same.

  • Can I expedite the process? Does availing any of the value-added services guarantee a faster visa outcome?

The time taken for visa processing differs with each mission. Please check the turnaround timelines before applying.

Opting for any optional, value-added services (such as Prime Time Services or Form-filling, or any other service) does not guarantee a quicker or more positive decision by the concerned embassy/consulate. Optional and value-added services are available for select client governments only, as per agreed service level agreements with those governments.

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Big Easter eggs for the upcoming Easter holiday are seen in central Bjelovar, Croatia.

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Capture the witching hour with OPPO Reno6 Pro 5G

With Halloween just around the corner; get your OPPO Reno6 Pro 5G ready to capture the witching hour in all its macabre glory…reports Asian Lite News

Whether you want to create drama in your pictures and videos, experiment with light or focus on spooky expressions, the high-tech camera of OPPO’s latest offering, the Reno6 Pro 5G, has got you covered for one of the most photo-worthy holidays of the year.

Capture Content That is Out This World with OPPO This Halloween

Packed into the minimalist, sophisticated design are cutting-edge features that are way ahead of the carve, allowing users to capture every moment of the festivities with ease. The industry’s first Bokeh Flare Portrait Video and upgraded AI Highlight Video enable users to create a frighteningly good videography content, with a cinematic effect that will make people jump.  Available on both the front and rear cameras, the DSR-like Bokeh effects can be applied to videos with just one click.

Halloween photography can be quite a daunting proposition, because all the action invariably starts when the sun goes down. But this is no obstacle for the Reno6 Pro 5G’s mighty 50 MP AI quad camera that comes with a raft of innovative features which can make a world of difference. Creep it real while shooting those gallivanting ghosts, pumpkin patches, and a cavalcade of costumes in gloomy, eerie settings.

Halloween photography is largely about visual storytelling and the Reno6 Pro 5G enables users to tell a memorable story in a single frame. Equipped with an ultra-powerful imaging sensor behind the main camera – Sony IMX766 if you are looking to heighten a picture’s dynamic range especially in low-light conditions,, which allows for professional-level nighttime shots of cute Jack-O-Lanterns and other Halloween décor.

Capture Content That is Out This World with OPPO This Halloween

Two sensors help the smartphone detect ambient light, the color temperature sensor and another hidden light sensor under the display, on both the front and back of the device, enabling 360-degree sensing. As a result, the accuracy of auto-brightness makes for a comfortable viewing experience, eliminating glare and the effects of environmental/ambience-related factors on performance.

Similarly, the phone’s advanced auto focusing capabilities ensure that the main subject in video always remains in focus. And if you would like to play with shutter speed to perfectly snap some paranormal pictures, the embedded flash snaphot function has got you covered. The smartphone also provides creative post-production tools such as AI Palette for easy editing and fine-tuning to bring that ghoulish look to your pictures.

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Users needn’t worry about their battery mysteriously disappearing through the night either, as the Reno6 Pro 5G’s 4500mAh battery features a bewitched, super fast 65W flash charge. In addition, the sleek design ensures the smartphone won’t compromise your goal of winning a best costume competition, at just 7.99mm thick and weighing only 188grams.

Whether you’re staying in and watching a scary movie or heading out dressed up as ghouls, vampires and witches, this Halloween rest assured you won’t have to be petrified of low quality photos and videos with the Reno6 Pro 5G.

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UK to fine £5,000 for holidaying abroad

According to the UK government’s “roadmap” towards unlocking , the earliest date people in England could go for a foreign holiday is May 17…reports Asian Lite News

Staring from March 29, the UK will impose a 5,000 pound fine on anyone from England travelling abroad without a valid reason, such as a medical emergency, as part of the government’s new Covid-19 laws, the media reported on Tuesday.

MPs are due to vote on a legislation, which includes the penalty, on Thursday, the BBC reported.

According to the UK government’s “roadmap” exiting the lockdown, the earliest date people in England could go for a foreign holiday is May 17.

Currently for the Britons, foreign holidays are not allowed and returning travellers have to quarantine.

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Under the new Covid-19 laws,anyone who leaves England for a destination outside the UK without a reasonable excuse, such as for work, education or medical treatment, could face the hefty fine.

Anyone travelling abroad has to fill in a “Declaration to Travel” form, stating a valid reason for leaving the country.

Speaking to the BBC, Health Secretary Matt Hancock said restrictions on travelling abroad was necessary in order to curb the spread of the disease, as well as to restrict the entry of new variants of the virus.

As of Thursday, the UK’s overall Covid-19 caseload and death toll stood at 4,315,602 and 126,411, respectively.

While the caseload is the sixth largest in the world, the death toll is the fifth highest.

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