Indian students planning to pursue their studies in the United Kingdom this year have received a positive development. The Migration Advisory Committee (MAC) has recommended maintaining the current form of the graduate route work visa, popularly known as the post-study work visa (PSW). This decision brings relief to thousands of students from India who aspire to study abroad, ensuring that they can continue to pursue their academic and career goals in the UK without any changes to the visa programme.

This visa allows foreign students to work in the UK for two years after completing their studies at a British university. These universities include prestigious institutions like those in the Russell Group such as Oxford, Cambridge, or LSE, as well as other universities like Sussex, SOAS, and the University of West London.

For those unfamiliar, Home Secretary James Cleverly assigned the committee the responsibility to assess the graduate route visa and present the report by May 14.

“Based on our analysis, the graduate route is broadly achieving its objectives and supporting the International Education Strategy. We recommend retaining the graduate route in its current form," the report read.

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<h2>Is there any misuse of the graduate route visa?</h2>

The committee explicitly stated that there is no widespread evidence of misuse of this visa category, namely the graduate route. The potential for misuse is minimal due to the limited number of conditions imposed by this route. However, the report notes that exploitation may occur due to unethical practices by agents who may be improperly promoting UK higher education.

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It was noted that a total of 114,000 graduate route visas were issued in 2023, with an additional 30,000 given to dependents. The report highlighted that the usage of the graduate route was highest among four countries: India, China, Pakistan, and Nigeria, collectively comprising 70 per cent of all graduate visas. India alone accounted for 40 per cent of this, totalling 45,600 visas.

(With inputs from agencies)

Indian students planning to pursue their studies in the United Kingdom this year have received a positive development. The Migration Advisory Committee (MAC) has recommended maintaining the current form of the graduate route work visa, popularly known as the post-study work visa (PSW).

Indian students planning to pursue their studies in the United Kingdom this year have received a positive development. The Migration Advisory Committee (MAC) has recommended maintaining the current form of the graduate route work visa, popularly known as the post-study work visa (PSW). This decision brings relief to thousands of students from India who aspire to study abroad, ensuring that they can continue to pursue their academic and career goals in the UK without any changes to the visa programme. This visa allows foreign students to work in the UK for two years after completing their studies at a British university. These universities include prestigious institutions like those in the Russell Group such as Oxford, Cambridge, or LSE, as well as other universities like Sussex, SOAS, and the University of West London. For those unfamiliar, Home Secretary James Cleverly assigned the committee the responsibility to assess the graduate route visa and present the report by May 14. “Based on our analysis, the graduate route is broadly achieving its objectives and supporting the International Education Strategy. We recommend retaining the graduate route in its current form," the report read. Also read | 'Part of American life': After TikTok, eight TikTokers sue US government over potential ban Is there any misuse of the graduate route visa? The committee explicitly stated that there is no widespread evidence of misuse of this visa category, namely the graduate route. The potential for misuse is minimal due to the limited number of conditions imposed by this route. However, the report notes that exploitation may occur due to unethical practices by agents who may be improperly promoting UK higher education. Also watch | Israel-war: US students stage pro-Palestinian protest, demand universities cut tie with Israel It was noted that a total of 114,000 graduate route visas were issued in 2023, with an additional 30,000 given to dependents. The report highlighted that the usage of the graduate route was highest among four countries: India, China, Pakistan, and Nigeria, collectively comprising 70 per cent of all graduate visas. India alone accounted for 40 per cent of this, totalling 45,600 visas. (With inputs from agencies)

UK’s graduate route visa to stay, offering major benefits to Indian students

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"Knife-enabled" crime, in which knives were used to commit crimes or someone was caught illegally possessing one - rose 7% in England and Wales last year, according to the government data. Watch in for more details!

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A High Court Judge in Belfast ruled that a UK law allowing asylum-seekers to be deported to Rwanda should be disapplied in Northern Ireland on human rights grounds. Watch in for more details!

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China's representative in the United Kingdom slammed the arrest of three individuals on allegations of spying for the Hong Kong intelligence service. Watch in for more details!

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China has rebuked the UK's charges against three Hong Kong nationals accused of aiding Hong Kong's intelligence services by&nbsp;spying on pro-democracy Hong Kongers in the UK,&nbsp;condemning it as "unwarranted".&nbsp;

The trio, Chi Leung (Peter) Wai, Matthew Trickett, and Chung Biu Yuen, faced charges, that China said were fabricated by the European nation.

The men, including two with affiliations to British government bodies, were apprehended after an investigation by counter-terror police. Now, allegations of espionage and foreign interference have heightened diplomatic tensions between the two nations.

During the court appearance, the three individuals, dressed in grey tracksuits, confirmed their identities and addresses. Wai, employed by the UK's Border Force and as a volunteer special constable with the City of London Police, allegedly conducted surveillance on pro-democracy Hong Kongers for the intelligence service.

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Trickett, a former Royal Marines commando now working in Home Office immigration enforcement, was also implicated. The last one is Yuen,&nbsp;a retired Hong Kong police officer working as a trade official in London.&nbsp;

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The Chinese embassy in London strongly condemned the UK’s "unwarranted accusation against the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region government."

The arrests were made under the National Security Act enacted to safeguard democratic institutions&nbsp;and empower the UK to counter foreign intelligence services and hostile actors.

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Security Minister Tom Tugendhat reaffirmed the nation's commitment to defending its citizens and national security against such threats. "We will not tolerate attempts to threaten, harass or silence people in the UK," he said.&nbsp;

"Our commitment to defending the rights and freedoms we hold dear is absolute. We will continue to put protecting the British people and our national security first."&nbsp;

The escalating tensions mark a shift from the once-touted "Golden Age" in Sino-British relations.&nbsp;

<h2>'No wider threat'&nbsp;</h2>

Head of the Metropolitan Police's Counter Terrorism Command, Commander Dominic Murphy said, "While these offences are concerning, I want to reassure the public that we do not believe there to be any wider threat to them."&nbsp;

"A number of arrests were made and searches carried out across England as part of this investigation."

(With inputs from agencies)

China has rebuked the UK's charges against three Hong Kong nationals accused of aiding Hong Kong's intelligence services by spying on pro-democracy Hong Kongers in the UK, condemning it as "unwarranted".

China has rebuked the UK's charges against three Hong Kong nationals accused of aiding Hong Kong's intelligence services by spying on pro-democracy Hong Kongers in the UK, condemning it as "unwarranted". The trio, Chi Leung (Peter) Wai, Matthew Trickett, and Chung Biu Yuen, faced charges, that China said were fabricated by the European nation. The men, including two with affiliations to British government bodies, were apprehended after an investigation by counter-terror police. Now, allegations of espionage and foreign interference have heightened diplomatic tensions between the two nations. During the court appearance, the three individuals, dressed in grey tracksuits, confirmed their identities and addresses. Wai, employed by the UK's Border Force and as a volunteer special constable with the City of London Police, allegedly conducted surveillance on pro-democracy Hong Kongers for the intelligence service. Also Read | Russian President Vladimir Putin to visit China this week Trickett, a former Royal Marines commando now working in Home Office immigration enforcement, was also implicated. The last one is Yuen, a retired Hong Kong police officer working as a trade official in London. Watch: White House corridors echo with 'Saare Jahan Se Accha' as attendees dig on pani puris The Chinese embassy in London strongly condemned the UK’s "unwarranted accusation against the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region government." The arrests were made under the National Security Act enacted to safeguard democratic institutions and empower the UK to counter foreign intelligence services and hostile actors. Watch | Brazil floods death toll reaches at least 147 × Security Minister Tom Tugendhat reaffirmed the nation's commitment to defending its citizens and national security against such threats. "We will not tolerate attempts to threaten, harass or silence people in the UK," he said. "Our commitment to defending the rights and freedoms we hold dear is absolute. We will continue to put protecting the British people and our national security first." The escalating tensions mark a shift from the once-touted "Golden Age" in Sino-British relations. 'No wider threat' Head of the Metropolitan Police's Counter Terrorism Command, Commander Dominic Murphy said, "While these offences are concerning, I want to reassure the public that we do not believe there to be any wider threat to them." "A number of arrests were made and searches carried out across England as part of this investigation." (With inputs from agencies)

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Voting for the fourth phase of India Lok Sabha elections is underway across 96 parliamentary constituencies in nine states and one union territory.

US&nbsp;Secretary of State Antony Blinken has warned that a full-scale Israeli offensive in Rafah, Gaza, could result in chaos without effectively dismantling Hamas.&nbsp;

In other news, Elon Musk's social media platform X has successfully contested a legal directive from an Australian online watchdog that sought a global ban on videos that show a church stabbing.

Meanwhile, Michael Cohen, once a close legal aide to Donald Trump, will soon take the stand as a primary witness against him in the ongoing hush money trial.

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The United States (US) Secretary of State Antony Blinken said on Sunday (May 12) that an all-out Israeli offensive in the Gaza Strip's Rafah would provoke "anarchy" without eliminating Hamas.&nbsp;"Israel's on the trajectory, potentially, to inherit an insurgency with many armed Hamas left, or if it leaves, a vacuum filled by chaos, filled by anarchy and probably refilled by Hamas," Blinken told CBS News.

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Voting for the fourth phase of India Lok Sabha elections is underway across 96 parliamentary constituencies in nine states and one union territory. US Secretary of State Antony Blinken has warned that a full-scale Israeli offensive in Rafah, Gaza, could result in chaos without effectively dismantling Hamas.

Voting for the fourth phase of India Lok Sabha elections is underway across 96 parliamentary constituencies in nine states and one union territory. US Secretary of State Antony Blinken has warned that a full-scale Israeli offensive in Rafah, Gaza, could result in chaos without effectively dismantling Hamas. In other news, Elon Musk's social media platform X has successfully contested a legal directive from an Australian online watchdog that sought a global ban on videos that show a church stabbing. Meanwhile, Michael Cohen, once a close legal aide to Donald Trump, will soon take the stand as a primary witness against him in the ongoing hush money trial. Click on the headlines to read more Lok Sabha Elections 2024: Phase 4 voting underway with bigwigs vying for wins Voting for the fourth of India's seven-phase elections is being held on Monday (May 13) across 96 parliamentary constituencies in nine states and one union territory. Alongside, all 175 constituencies of the Andhra Pradesh Legislative Assembly and 28 seats of the Odisha Legislative Assembly are going to polls where chief ministers Jagan Mohan Reddy and Naveen Patnaik are seeking re-election. Gaza war: Israel's Rafah offensive will provoke 'anarchy' without eliminating Hamas, says Blinken The United States (US) Secretary of State Antony Blinken said on Sunday (May 12) that an all-out Israeli offensive in the Gaza Strip's Rafah would provoke "anarchy" without eliminating Hamas. "Israel's on the trajectory, potentially, to inherit an insurgency with many armed Hamas left, or if it leaves, a vacuum filled by chaos, filled by anarchy and probably refilled by Hamas," Blinken told CBS News. Elon Musk's X wins legal battle over ban on church stabbing video Elon Musk-owned X won a legal battle against the Australian online watchdog over imposing a global ban on dozens of videos shared of the church stabbing incident, which have been shared and circulated on the social media platform. Michael Cohen: Key Witness in Donald Trump's trial over hush money Michael Cohen, former President Donald Trump's estranged lawyer, is a key witness for the prosecution in the hush money trial. While his insider knowledge could provide jurors with a crucial perspective on the alleged campaign finance violations, his past legal troubles also raise questions about his credibility. Watch | Nijjar Killing: Fourth accused arrested in connection with Nijjar killing case

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Britain’s Foreign Secretary David Cameron, on Sunday (May 12) said that the United Kingdom will not stop arms sales to Israel even if it launches a ground assault on Gaza’s Rafah amid the ongoing war as it would strengthen Hamas. The UK foreign office also said that it is investigating the claim by the Palestinian militant group that British-Israeli hostage, Nadav Popplewell, has died in Gaza.&nbsp;

<h2>‘Completely different position’</h2>

The British foreign secretary noted that while he did not support an operation in Rafah without Israel having a plan to protect hundreds of thousands of civilians sheltering in the southern border city, the UK was in a “completely different position” to the United States.&nbsp;

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This comes as US President Joe Biden warned Israel that Washington would withhold the supply of some weapons if it launches a ground assault on Rafah. However, Cameron said the UK supplies less than one per cent of Israel’s weapons and that they are controlled by a strict licensing system.

“We could, if we chose to, make a sort of political message and say we are going to take that political step,” the foreign secretary told BBC, in an interview.&nbsp;

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He added that the last time he urged to stop sending arms to Israel, there was a “brutal attack by Iran on Israel, including 140 cruise missiles.”&nbsp;

“Just to simply announce today we’re going to change our whole approach to arms exports rather than go through our careful process, it would strengthen Hamas, it would make a hostage deal less likely, I don’t think it would be the right approach,” said Cameron.&nbsp;

<h2>UK to investigate death of British-Israeli hostage</h2>

On Saturday (May 11), Hamas’ armed wing, the Ezzedine al-Qassam Brigades released a clip showing British national, Poplewell, 51, who was kidnapped from Kibbutz Nirim with his mother Channah Peri following the Palestinian militant group’s&nbsp;October 7 attack on Israel.&nbsp;

Poplewell’s mother was released in a hostage-sharing agreement in November last year, while his brother was killed during the October 7 attacks.&nbsp;

The 11-second footage shows Nadav in captivity with one black eye and with the text in Arabic and Hebrew that reads: “Time is running out. Your government is lying.”&nbsp;

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In a statement, Hamas later claimed&nbsp;“he died of wounds that he sustained in an Israeli air strike more than a month ago.”

During the interview, Cameron confirmed that he had seen the video but did not want to say anything till “we have better information” and called Hamas “callous” for releasing the clip.&nbsp;

A spokesperson by the UK foreign office later said that it was urgently seeking more information on the matter.&nbsp;

(With inputs from agencies) 
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Britain’s Foreign Secretary David Cameron, on Sunday (May 12) said that the United Kingdom will not stop arms sales to Israel even if it launches a ground assault on Gaza’s Rafah amid the ongoing war as it would strengthen Hamas.

Britain’s Foreign Secretary David Cameron, on Sunday (May 12) said that the United Kingdom will not stop arms sales to Israel even if it launches a ground assault on Gaza’s Rafah amid the ongoing war as it would strengthen Hamas. The UK foreign office also said that it is investigating the claim by the Palestinian militant group that British-Israeli hostage, Nadav Popplewell, has died in Gaza. ‘Completely different position’ The British foreign secretary noted that while he did not support an operation in Rafah without Israel having a plan to protect hundreds of thousands of civilians sheltering in the southern border city, the UK was in a “completely different position” to the United States. WATCH | Hamas says another Israeli hostage held in Gaza is dead This comes as US President Joe Biden warned Israel that Washington would withhold the supply of some weapons if it launches a ground assault on Rafah. However, Cameron said the UK supplies less than one per cent of Israel’s weapons and that they are controlled by a strict licensing system. “We could, if we chose to, make a sort of political message and say we are going to take that political step,” the foreign secretary told BBC, in an interview. Also Read | ‘Setback for peace talks’: Hamas slams Biden’s call for releasing all hostages in Gaza He added that the last time he urged to stop sending arms to Israel, there was a “brutal attack by Iran on Israel, including 140 cruise missiles.” “Just to simply announce today we’re going to change our whole approach to arms exports rather than go through our careful process, it would strengthen Hamas, it would make a hostage deal less likely, I don’t think it would be the right approach,” said Cameron. UK to investigate death of British-Israeli hostage On Saturday (May 11), Hamas’ armed wing, the Ezzedine al-Qassam Brigades released a clip showing British national, Poplewell, 51, who was kidnapped from Kibbutz Nirim with his mother Channah Peri following the Palestinian militant group’s October 7 attack on Israel. Poplewell’s mother was released in a hostage-sharing agreement in November last year, while his brother was killed during the October 7 attacks. The 11-second footage shows Nadav in captivity with one black eye and with the text in Arabic and Hebrew that reads: “Time is running out. Your government is lying.” Also Read | ‘Time is running out’: Hamas releases video showing hostage, claims he ‘died in Israeli strike’ In a statement, Hamas later claimed “he died of wounds that he sustained in an Israeli air strike more than a month ago.” During the interview, Cameron confirmed that he had seen the video but did not want to say anything till “we have better information” and called Hamas “callous” for releasing the clip. A spokesperson by the UK foreign office later said that it was urgently seeking more information on the matter. (With inputs from agencies)

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The United States has expressed serious concerns that Israel may have breached international humanitarian laws by using American-supplied weaponry during its operations in Gaza. Meanwhile, Hamas has released new footage purportedly showing an attack on Israeli soldiers stationed in Gaza City and additional bombings in Beersheba.

In the US, Barron Trump, the youngest son of former president Donald Trump, has decided not to participate as a delegate at the Republican Party convention in Milwaukee, citing prior commitments.

Finally,&nbsp;Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi has suggested that opposition leaders Sharad Pawar and Uddhav Thackeray should join forces with his party leaders following the June Lok Sabha election results, rather than "dying by merging" with the Congress.

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The&nbsp;United States said on Friday (May 10) that Israel's use of American-supplied weapons may have violated international humanitarian law during its military operation in the Gaza Strip.&nbsp;This&nbsp;was Washington's&nbsp;strongest&nbsp;criticism of Israel since the Israel-Hamas war began in October last year.&nbsp;

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Barron Trump, the youngest son of former US President Donald Trump, has opted out of his expected political debut at the upcoming Republican Party convention in July. Originally set to join as a delegate for Florida, Barron withdrew on Friday (May 10) citing prior commitments, according to a statement released by his mother, Melania Trump.

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Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Friday (May 10) took a swipe at Uddhav Thackeray and Sharad Pawar advising the NCP (SP) leader and Shiv Sena (UBT) chief to join hands with Ajit Pawar and Eknath Shinde after the results of Lok Sabha polls are released instead of "dying by merging" with the Congress.

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The United States has expressed serious concerns that Israel may have breached international humanitarian laws by using American-supplied weaponry during its operations in Gaza.

The United States has expressed serious concerns that Israel may have breached international humanitarian laws by using American-supplied weaponry during its operations in Gaza. Meanwhile, Hamas has released new footage purportedly showing an attack on Israeli soldiers stationed in Gaza City and additional bombings in Beersheba. In the US, Barron Trump, the youngest son of former president Donald Trump, has decided not to participate as a delegate at the Republican Party convention in Milwaukee, citing prior commitments. Finally, Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi has suggested that opposition leaders Sharad Pawar and Uddhav Thackeray should join forces with his party leaders following the June Lok Sabha election results, rather than "dying by merging" with the Congress. Click on the headlines to read more Gaza war: Israel's use of US-supplied weapons may have violated international law, says Washington The United States said on Friday (May 10) that Israel's use of American-supplied weapons may have violated international humanitarian law during its military operation in the Gaza Strip. This was Washington's strongest criticism of Israel since the Israel-Hamas war began in October last year. Hamas releases footage said to show attack on Israeli snippers Hamas on Friday (May 10) released footage of what it claimed was an attack targeting Israeli soldiers in a neighbourhood in Gaza City and bombing in Beersheba city. Donald Trump's youngest son Barron passes on being dad's delegate at Milwaukee convetion Barron Trump, the youngest son of former US President Donald Trump, has opted out of his expected political debut at the upcoming Republican Party convention in July. Originally set to join as a delegate for Florida, Barron withdrew on Friday (May 10) citing prior commitments, according to a statement released by his mother, Melania Trump. Lok Sabha Polls: PM Modi tells Sharad Pawar and Uddhav Thackeray to join BJP-led NDA, NCP (SP) leader responds Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Friday (May 10) took a swipe at Uddhav Thackeray and Sharad Pawar advising the NCP (SP) leader and Shiv Sena (UBT) chief to join hands with Ajit Pawar and Eknath Shinde after the results of Lok Sabha polls are released instead of "dying by merging" with the Congress. Watch | UNGA votes to back Palestinian bid for membership

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A British tourist in Thailand, reportedly disgruntled, is facing&nbsp;legal trouble for alleged online retaliation. 21-year-old Alexander was arrested after supposedly posting fake negative reviews about a Phuket restaurant, as reported by The Metro.

The dispute arose when Alexander, as per accounts, was denied entry to the restaurant for not being a customer while attempting to use it as a shortcut home. Seeking revenge, Alexander allegedly enlisted friends to flood the restaurant with one-star reviews, causing its rating to drop from 4.8 to 3.1 stars, according to the news outlet.

The restaurant owner, understandably upset by the sudden rush of negative comments and its potential impact on business, filed a complaint. Subsequently, Alexander was arrested by the Central Investigation Bureau at his new Bangkok residence, based on an arrest warrant. The warrant accuses him of a crime termed&nbsp;"entering false computer data likely to cause damage to the general public."

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Alexander asserted&nbsp;his innocence but is currently undergoing legal proceedings in Phuket after being relocated to the Sakhu Police Station.

This isn't the only time something like this has happened. Back in 2020, an American visitor in Phuket got into trouble because of Thailand's strict laws about saying bad things about people or businesses. He got arrested for writing a negative review on TripAdvisor, saying a hotel was like "modern-day slavery." Although he got released after saying sorry, it's a lesson for anyone posting online reviews while visiting Thailand. Even if it seems harmless, it can get you in serious trouble because in Thailand, saying bad things about someone can land you in jail for up to two years.

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A British tourist in Thailand, reportedly disgruntled, is facing legal trouble for alleged online retaliation. 21-year-old Alexander was arrested after supposedly posting fake negative reviews about a Phuket restaurant, as reported by The Metro.

A British tourist in Thailand, reportedly disgruntled, is facing legal trouble for alleged online retaliation. 21-year-old Alexander was arrested after supposedly posting fake negative reviews about a Phuket restaurant, as reported by The Metro. The dispute arose when Alexander, as per accounts, was denied entry to the restaurant for not being a customer while attempting to use it as a shortcut home. Seeking revenge, Alexander allegedly enlisted friends to flood the restaurant with one-star reviews, causing its rating to drop from 4.8 to 3.1 stars, according to the news outlet. The restaurant owner, understandably upset by the sudden rush of negative comments and its potential impact on business, filed a complaint. Subsequently, Alexander was arrested by the Central Investigation Bureau at his new Bangkok residence, based on an arrest warrant. The warrant accuses him of a crime termed "entering false computer data likely to cause damage to the general public." Also read | UK hikes minimum annual income threshold for family visas | New visa rule details Alexander asserted his innocence but is currently undergoing legal proceedings in Phuket after being relocated to the Sakhu Police Station. This isn't the only time something like this has happened. Back in 2020, an American visitor in Phuket got into trouble because of Thailand's strict laws about saying bad things about people or businesses. He got arrested for writing a negative review on TripAdvisor, saying a hotel was like "modern-day slavery." Although he got released after saying sorry, it's a lesson for anyone posting online reviews while visiting Thailand. Even if it seems harmless, it can get you in serious trouble because in Thailand, saying bad things about someone can land you in jail for up to two years. Also watch | Gravitas | Kent Kremlin: Putin's spy castle in the UK (With inputs from agencies)

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