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ADVISORY for all Restaurant Drivers-Delivery Riders- Courier Riders coming to Kuwait on Employment -Work Visa

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Published: Thursday, 07 December 2023 03:32

ADVISORY for all Restaurant Drivers-Delivery Riders- Courier Riders coming to Kuwait on Employment -Work Visa

  1. It has come to the notice of the Embassy that a large number of workers are being recruited from different parts of1. It has come to the notice of the Embassy that a large number of workers are being recruited from different parts ofIndia to work in Kuwait as “RESTAURANT DRIVERS”. After arrival in Kuwait, they are deployed as DELIVERYDRIVERS/ RIDERS FOR FOOD PLATFORMS like Talabat, Deliveroo etc.
  2. Prospective Indian emigrants to Kuwait should note that if the name of the Employer includes the term ‘ConsumerOrders’, ‘Consumer Goods’, ‘Delivery of Orders’, etc., these may normally be Food Deliveryaggregators/platforms. Most of them use Two-Wheeler/Bikes for delivery even during peak summer times.
  3. Workers coming to Kuwait as ‘Restaurant Driver/Delivery Riders’ etc. should be aware of the following :

 

  1. Delivery Drivers are provided with Small-to-Medium Enterprises (SMEs) Visa, which binds the Employee towork for the same Employer for 3 years. There is no provision for release/transfer during the three yearsi.e. the worker cannot transfer his work permit to other Employers. After 3 years, the workers can gettransfer to another SME Employer or has to return to India.
  2. Salary is generally commission-based with delivery targets and also based on the distance of deliveries.Such Companies do not pay the employees a fixed monthly income as may be wrongly promised by someAgents.
  3. Before accepting the work, workers should go through the Contract and ensure that the Employer isproviding basic workers’ rights like minimum working hours, overtime pay, holiday entitlement, worker’shealth and safety, and compensation is provided in case of total/partial disability.
  4. Workers may note that the weather conditions are harsh in Kuwait (extreme heat, dust storms etc.) duringsome months of the year.
  5. Workers should ensure that they are provided with Medical/accident insurance, for their own safety andwell-being.(vi)All Delivery Riders should insist on Embassy attested Employment Contracts (as per Labour Laws ofKuwait with Minimum Wages of KD 120 for Delivery Drivers) prescribed by Government of India, to safeguardtheir interests.
  6. The benefit of Employment Contract attestation through Embassy includes Insurance coverage (coveringdisability/accident/death compensation) in Kuwait, paid by Kuwaiti Employer.
  7. Workers also get additional Insurance benefit of Pravasi Bhartiya Bima Yojana (PBBY) while obtainingEmigration Clearance from PoE office.

4. Delivery Riders/Drivers who are already in Kuwait and working for such delivery Companies, may note thefollowing in case of any exigencies:

(a) In case of any labour grievances/disputes, they should first register a formal complaint with PublicAuthority of Manpower (PAM).

(b) They may also register a complaint with Labour Helpdesk of the Indian Embassy physically or throughWhatsapp Helpline No. 6550 1769.

(c) All labour grievancs/disputes of civil matters can be taken up and solved through PAM (Shoun) Officeand Labour Courts.

(d) However, if any case of theft, breach of trust, etc. is filed by the Employer with the local Police, it willresult in Criminal Cases with serious consequences, including exit travel ban from Kuwait, till finalclearanceof such cases through Labour Court. Therefore, in case of any Labour Grievance/Dispute with theEmployer, worker should ensure that they do not carry/take any Cash or material belongings of theCompany/Employer (Mobile Phone, Delivery Bike, Bike Keys, Room Keys, etc.), which may result in aCriminal Case against them.

Ambassador H.E. Dr. AarshSwaika met the DG, Kuwait Institute for Scientific Research, H.E Dr Mane Al-Sudairwai

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Published: Wednesday, 01 November 2023 13:28

Ambassador H.E. Dr. AarshSwaika met the DG, Kuwait Institute for Scientific Research, H.E Dr Mane Al-Sudairwai

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Ambassador H.E. Dr. AarshSwaika met the DG, Kuwait Institute for Scientific Research, H.E Dr Mane Al-Sudairwai. Discussions focused on enhancing scientific collaboration between both sides. The presence of a large number of Indian scientists in KISR is noteworthy.

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Ambassador H.E. Dr. Adarsh Swaika met the Chairman of Kuwait Chamber of Commerce and Industry (KCCI) H.E. Mohamad Jassim Al-Hamad Al-Sager

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Published: Wednesday, 01 November 2023 13:23

Ambassador H.E. Dr. Adarsh Swaika met the Chairman of Kuwait Chamber of Commerce and Industry (KCCI) H.E. Mohamad Jassim Al-Hamad Al-Sager

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Ambassador H.E. Dr. Adarsh Swaika met the Chairman of Kuwait Chamber of Commerce and Industry (KCCI) H.E. Mohamad Jassim Al-Hamad Al-Sager. Discussions focused on exploring opportunities for increasing bilateral economic cooperation. Ambassador thanked KCCI for supporting Embassy’s commercial events.

Embassy of India, Kuwait organized ‘Exploring Incredible India’

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Published: Thursday, 12 October 2023 06:19

Embassy of India, Kuwait organized ‘Exploring Incredible India’

WhatsApp Image 2023 10 11 at 10.38.47 PM1 11zonEmbassy of India, Kuwait organized a B2B event titled ‘Exploring Incredible India’ to promote tourism to India on 11 October, 2023 at the Millennium Hotel & Convention Centre. The event comprised of a Tourism Symposium that involved presentations by leading Destination Management Companies and renowned hoteliers from Taj, Oberoi and Leela hotel chains from India. The symposium was well-attended by various stakeholders, particularly Heads and representatives of over 150 travel agencies from Kuwait. Eminent travel blogger and travelers from Kuwait also shared their India experiences during the occasion. The event also included a lively and information-rich interaction through Panel discussions, presentations, and videos along with dedicated sessions for B2B networking.

Ambassador of India Dr Adarsh Swaika highlighted the enormous potential for tourism to India. He underlined the ‘complete tourism experience’ that India offers and underscored 6 specific points - abundant natural beauty and varied tourist destinations in India; world-class tourism infrastructure; Indian cultural ethos; ease of travel through digital applications; and economically cheap compared to similar facilities in other countries. Ease of obtaining an Indian tourist visa was specifically highlighted with 6 month multiple entry tourist visa provided by the Indian Embassy in Kuwait within one day.

The representatives of Indian travel and hotel industry gave a vivid description about tourism options, luxury destinations, different theme-based circuits such as summer, winter, adventure, spa and wellness, nature, culture and shopping, and end-to-end travel solutions and packages. Tour operators in Kuwait were briefed about the options, as well as provided with information brochures or booklets which can easily be distributed.

The event was also live-streamed on Embassy social media platforms for maximum outreach to the wider Kuwaiti friends. An E-brochure on different facets of Indian tourism was unveiled by the Ambassador which is available on Embassy’s website and social media platforms. The Embassy will continue to disseminate information about tourism to India through various follow-up events and activities.

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indian Ambassador HE Dr Adarsh Swaika called on the Minister of Electricity and Water H.E Dr Jassem Muhammad Abdullah Al-Ostad

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Published: Monday, 09 October 2023 03:53

indian Ambassador HE Dr Adarsh Swaika called on the Minister of Electricity and Water H.E Dr Jassem Muhammad Abdullah Al-Ostad

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indian Ambassador HE Dr Adarsh Swaika called on the Minister of Electricity and Water H.E Dr Jassem Muhammad Abdullah Al-Ostad . Discussions pertained to potential bilateral cooperation in the field of renewable energy and agriculture. India has one of the largest renewable energy programmes

Ambassador Dr Adarsh Swaika today called on the Minister of State for Municipal and Communication Affairs of Kuwait H.E Fahad Ali Zayed Al-Shuala.

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Published: Monday, 02 October 2023 10:24

Ambassador Dr Adarsh Swaika today called on the Minister of State for Municipal and Communication Affairs of Kuwait H.E Fahad Ali Zayed Al-Shuala.

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Ambassador Dr Adarsh Swaika today called on the Minister of State for Municipal and Communication Affairs of Kuwait H.E Fahad Ali Zayed Al-Shuala. Discussions pertained to potential opportunities for cooperation in the IT and maritime sectors.

Ambassador Dr Adarsh Swaika today called on the Minister of State for Municipal and Communication Affairs of Kuwait H.E Fahad Ali Zayed Al-Shuala.

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Published: Wednesday, 13 September 2023 13:14

Ambassador Dr Adarsh Swaika today called on the Minister of State for Municipal and Communication Affairs of Kuwait H.E Fahad Ali Zayed Al-Shuala.

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Ambassador Dr Adarsh Swaika today called on the Minister of State for Municipal and Communication Affairs of Kuwait H.E Fahad Ali Zayed Al-Shuala. Discussions pertained to potential opportunities for cooperation in the IT and maritime sectors.

Embassy of India in Kuwait invites for the Indian Cultural Evening

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Published: Monday, 11 September 2023 11:11

Embassy of India in Kuwait invites for the Indian Cultural Evening

Embassy of India in Kuwait in association with National Council for Culture, Arts and Letters, Government of State of Kuwait invites all people in Kuwait for a Indian Cultural Evening as part of the Kuwait Summer Festival at Abdulhusain Abdulridha Theater, Salmiya on 12 September 2023 from 7.30 pm to 9 pm. The entry is on a first come, first serve basis with the last entry to the venue at 7:30 PM. Please note that the entry is free and there are limited seats only. Civil id is mandatory for entry. IEK CE1

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Shri V. Muraleedharan, Minister of State (MoS) for External Affairs and Parliamentary Affairs, paid an official visit to the State of Kuwait from 23-24 August, 2023.

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Published: Friday, 25 August 2023 05:58

Shri V. Muraleedharan, Minister of State (MoS) for External Affairs and Parliamentary Affairs, paid an official visit to the State of Kuwait from 23-24 August, 2023.

Shri V. Muraleedharan, Minister of State (MoS) for External Affairs and Parliamentary Affairs, paid an official visit to the State of Kuwait from 23-24 August, 2023. This was the first Ministerial visit from the Indian side to Kuwait in the last 2 years.

2.​ During the visit, MoS called on Deputy Prime Minister and Interior Minister of State of Kuwait, H.E. Sheikh Talal Khalid Al-Ahmad Al-Sabah and Foreign Minister H.E. Sheikh Salem Abdullah Al-Jaber Al-Sabah. He also met the Deputy Foreign Minister Sheikh Jarrah Jaber Al Ahmad Al Sabah. The meetings provided an opportunity to discuss avenues to further strengthen our bilateral relations in different areas. There was a clear interest on both sides for giving more content to the economic partnership. Diversification of bilateral trade and greater bilateral investments was stressed by both delegations. MoS expressed appreciation to the Kuwaiti side for the welfare of Indian community in Kuwait and discussed issues affecting the Indian community.

3.​ MoS had a number of interactions with the large and vibrant Indian community in Kuwait. He attended a gathering of over 300 members of Indian community from diverse fields and applauded the role of the Indian community in contributing to the development of Kuwait and strengthening of the bilateral relations between both countries. MoS also separately met some community and professional groups and attended a business event organized by the Indian Business and Professional Council in Kuwait.

4.​ MoS inaugurated the Shilaphalakam at the premises of the Indian Embassy in Kuwait on 23 August to honour the sacrifices of the freedom fighters of the Indian Independence.

5.​The visit was an opportunity to strengthen our bilateral relations and identify new areas of cooperation to deepen our economic partnership.

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ADDRESS BY AMBASSADOR DURING ONBOARD RECEPTION - 21 AUGUST 2023

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Published: Tuesday, 22 August 2023 05:32

ADDRESS BY AMBASSADOR DURING ONBOARD RECEPTION - 21 AUGUST 2023


WhatsApp Image 2023 08 22 at 9.04.25 AM 11zonUnder Secretary Defence of the State of Kuwait H.E Dr Abdullah Meshal Mubarak Al-Sabah

Western Fleet Commander of Indian Navy Rear Admiral Vineet McCarty

Captain Ashok Rao

Excellencies, Ambassadors and High Commissioners

Dignitaries from Kuwait

Officers and crew members of INS Vishakhapatnam

Friends from media

Good Evening !! Namaskar! Assalam-Alaikum

​Let me first express my gratitude to His Excellency Dr Abdullah Meshal Mubarak Al-Sabah, for his gracious presence as the Chief Guest for this evening’s reception onboard Indian Naval Ship Visakhapatnam, our indigenously built flagship carrier of Western fleet and named after a historical city and naval base on the eastern coast of India. It cannot be a more proud moment for me to see this majestic Indian Naval Ship berthed in Kuwait. The presence of the Western Fleet Commander onboard the ship shows the importance we attach to the growing defence ties between India and the State of Kuwait.

2.​I would like to take this opportunity to express my deep appreciation and profound gratitude to the leadership, the Government and the people of the State of Kuwait, for their steadfast commitment to the close and friendly relations between India and Kuwait.

Friends,

3.​Dhows and ships have historically been the main driver of the strong and intense people to people ties between our two countries. Not only did our Kuwaitis friends in the 19th and early 20th century went to India on dhows and boats with Arabian horses, pearls and dates and brought back textiles, timber, spices etc, they laid the foundation of our strong bilateral ties. And what could be more poignant a fact then that the Indian rupee was the legal tender in Kuwait for over a century till 1961. It would be no exaggeration therefore to say that India and Kuwait are natural allies and true partners. And this could be seen in our multi-faceted bilateral relations over the years - be it energy, trade, infrastructure development, medical cooperation, people to people exchanges, or defence cooperation and security. The large and vibrant Indian community in Kuwait is a manifestation of our close people to people linkages.

4.​Defence cooperation constitutes a significant element of our shared strategic vision for the region. The bilateral defence engagements have seen a noticeable upswing in the recent past with an increased frequency of Indian Naval ship visits facilitated with active support of the State of Kuwait. We will remain ever grateful to our Kuwaiti friends for their assistance in establishing the Sea-Air bridge between India and Kuwait in 2021 for supply of liquid oxygen during the second COVID wave. These Naval engagements have assisted us in promoting understanding and furthering inter-operability between the two friendly Navies.

Friends,

5.​Indian Naval assets have been increasingly deployed in recent times to address the maritime concerns of the region. In addition, Indian Navy has also been involved in assisting countries in the Region with Hydrographic Survey, Search and Rescue and other such capacity building and capability-enhancement activities. During the three days of port call, both sides participated in various training interactions onboard and at the Naval base to understand the operational procedures of both sides besides the high level meetings/ interactions. This unique exposure and interaction between the two Naval forces has given them meaningful insights into the working aspects of each other. I am sure that the coming days will witness more such interactions.

6.​I know humidity has been very high during the last one week and therefore I would conclude my remarks by once again thanking all of you for joining us today evening. My special thanks to His Excellency Under Secretary Defence .

Ladies and Gentlemen, please enjoy the evening.

Thank you,

Jai Hind !!

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Ambassador of India Dr Adarsh Swaika called on the Commerce Minister of Kuwait H.E Mohd Othman Al Aiban

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Published: Friday, 07 July 2023 03:42

Ambassador of India Dr Adarsh Swaika called on the Commerce Minister of Kuwait H.E Mohd Othman Al Aiban

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Ambassador of India Dr Adarsh Swaika called on the Commerce Minister of Kuwait H.E Mohd Othman Al Aiban. He apprised the Minister of the increasing trend in bilateral trade and prospects for greater diversification. India was the biggest importer from Kuwait in the 3rd quarter of last financial year .

Ambassador called on H.E Sheikh Ahmed Abdullah Jaber Al-Sabah, Chief of the Diwan of His Highness the Crown Prince

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Published: Thursday, 15 June 2023 11:02

Ambassador called on H.E Sheikh Ahmed Abdullah Jaber Al-Sabah, Chief of the Diwan of His Highness the Crown Prince

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Ambassador called on H.E Sheikh Ahmed Abdullah Jaber Al-Sabah, Chief of the Diwan of His Highness the Crown Prince, today. He apprised him of the current state and future prospects of India-Kuwait bilateral relations, including opportunities for strengthening cooperation

 
  
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