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Pakistani Passport Ranked 4th Worst Globally for Fourth Consecutive Year

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Pakistani Passport Ranked 4th Worst Globally for  Fourth Consecutive Year According to the latest Henley Passport Index, the Pakistani passport has been ranked as the fourth worst in the world for the fourth consecutive year. This ranking is based on the number of destinations that passport holders can access without prior visa requirements. Current Rankings and Visa-Free Access The 2024 Henley Passport Index, which evaluates 199 countries, placed Pakistan's passport at the 100th spot, alongside Yemen, with visa-free access to only 33 countries. The only countries ranked lower are Iraq (101st), Syria (102nd), and Afghanistan (103rd), which offers visa-free access to just 26 destinations, the lowest in the index's 19-year history. Global Passport Powerhouses On the other end of the spectrum, Singapore retained the top spot, with its passport granting visa-free access to 195 destinations. This is followed by Germany, Italy, Japan, France, and Spain, each allowing visa-free entry ...

India Global Innovation Connect 2024: Catalyzing Innovation and Entrepreneurship in Bengaluru

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India Global Innovation Connect 2024: Catalyzing Innovation and Entrepreneurship in Bengaluru Bengaluru, India – In a significant testament to India's burgeoning prowess in innovation and entrepreneurship, the India Global Innovation Connect (IGIC) 2024 is set to convene in Bengaluru from June 6 to 7. This prestigious event is expected to draw over 500 participants from around the globe, highlighting India's emergence as a global hub for innovation and startups. IGIC 2024 is organized by the Karnataka Digital Economy Mission in collaboration with the US-based strategic advisory firm Claude Smadja & Smadja. The summit aims to spotlight India's growing influence as a global innovator and a nucleus for startup ecosystems. It will see representatives from powerhouse nations including the US, Japan, Korea, Germany, Singapore, Israel, Switzerland, France, and the UAE. The summit serves as a pivotal convergence point for startup founders, venture capitalists, corporate leade...