
Working on a Building Site in Cyprus? Pay Rates, Raids and the Labour Shortage Explained
A Limassol site raid, a row over foreign-worker quotas and the sector's minimum weekly pay: what Cyprus's construction labour shortage means for Indian workers.

A Limassol site raid, a row over foreign-worker quotas and the sector's minimum weekly pay: what Cyprus's construction labour shortage means for Indian workers.

Ghee, paneer, milk sweets and fresh mangoes can't come into Cyprus from India in your luggage. Here's what EU rules allow, from spices and tea to honey and baby milk.

Cyprus wants to let private hospitals hire some nurses from outside the EU, but the bills are stuck in parliament. Here's what they would change and what nurses from India should know.

Two food delivery riders were robbed in Limassol on back-to-back nights. Here's what has been reported, what the authorities are doing, and a few simple habits to help you ride safe.

A plain guide to your basic rights at work in Cyprus, from your passport and written terms to minimum pay and working hours, and who to contact if you are unpaid or exploited.

Cyprus switches to winter time at 04:00 on Sunday 25 October, but India keeps its clocks as they are, so the time difference grows to 3½ hours until 28 March 2027. Here's what that means for calls home, work and appointments.

Since 15 October 2026, GESY can pay for Mounjaro for adults with severe obesity and for Type 2 diabetes, but only under strict criteria. Here is who qualifies, how it works and what to check first.

In an Alpha TV interview, India's High Commissioner to Cyprus called for regulated migration, revealed a draft migration agreement and raised concerns about sub-standard colleges. Here is what he said and what it means for you.

Navratri runs from 11 to 19 October 2026, with Dussehra on 20 October. Here are the nine colours, the Garba night at Shiv Mandir Athienou, and easy fasting food from Cyprus supermarkets.

Gurudev Sri Sri Ravi Shankar, founder of The Art of Living, leads a meditation masterclass in Limassol on 4 November. Here's his story, and why meditation matters for Indians in Cyprus.

House President Annita Demetriou joined the High Commission of India's Gandhi Jayanti tribute in Nicosia, calling his message of non-violence and dialogue more relevant than ever.

Cyprus marks 66 years of independence today with a parade in Nicosia, new firsts and a public holiday. Here's what happened, what's open, and why Indians in Cyprus celebrate too.

Greek or English at school, Hindi or a regional language at home: many Indian children in Cyprus juggle three languages. Here's why the mother tongue matters and seven easy ways to keep it alive.

Bank of Cyprus has started offering transactions directly in Indian Rupees. Here's what it means for Indians in Cyprus sending money home or paying bills in India.

Indians make up almost 22% of the 26,710 non-EU workers with valid permits in Cyprus. Here's which jobs are open, how the permit process works, and the rules for students.

Indians in Cyprus founder Dipak Kumar of Help2Live has received the inaugural Bharat–Cyprus Setu Award for Community Service from the High Commission of India at Namaste Cyprus 2026.

The High Commission of India in Cyprus held a Hindi Diwas 2026 celebration in Nicosia, featuring an address by High Commissioner Mr Manish alongside poetry, song and speech competitions.

Indian nationals in Cyprus must now submit apostilled supporting documents for birth registration, death registration and OCI card applications, the High Commission of India has announced.

The High Commission of India in Nicosia has rolled out its E-Sewa online consular services system, starting with birth and death registration.

A 10-member ICCR-empanelled troupe from Jaipur performed vibrant Rajasthani folk dance and live music in Nicosia and Limassol, organised by the High Commission of India.

High Commissioner Mr Manish presented certificates to winners of the Bharat Ko Janiye Quiz and Viksit Bharat 2047 creative competitions, held during India's 80th Independence Day celebrations at the High Commission.

Revised fees for passport and passport-related services at the High Commission of India, Nicosia have applied since 01 July 2026. Check the new fee schedule before you apply.

Over 150 guests turned out in Limassol for Cyprus's first large-scale celebration of Gujarat Statehood Day.

Over 130 members of Cyprus's Indian community gathered in Limassol to mark 150 years since 'Vande Mataram' was written.