Nationwide ban on releasing poultry takes effect today after H5N1 detected at two commercial farms A government order requiring all domestic birds including chickens to be kept indoors came into effect today following confirmation of two avian influenza outbreaks in Ireland, Agriculture Minister Martin Heydon announced. The Department of Agriculture confirmed a second H5N1 bird … Read more
Six-hour protest targeted fixed pricing policy as drivers warn against “unfair practices” More than 1,000 taxi drivers in Ireland staged a symbolic strike yesterday by boycotting Uber during the Japan-Ireland rugby international, turning off the ride-hailing app for six hours in protest against the company’s new fixed charge system. Drivers switched off the Uber app … Read more
Ireland secures top-ten finish against 600 teams from 190 countries at First Global Challenge in Panama An Irish team featuring Indian-origin students Joel Emmanuel and Amal Rajesh achieved a historic eighth-place finish at the First Global Challenge robotics competition in Panama City, marking Ireland’s strongest performance at the event known as the “Olympics of Robotics.” … Read more
New rules require driving test within four years, theory retest after seven years to combat perpetual learner drivers The Irish government will eliminate the practice of indefinitely driving on learner permits without taking a test, implementing new restrictions from November 2026 that limit permit validity to four years. Under the reformed system, learner permit holders … Read more
1,500 hospitalized in October as XFG variant dominates, though overall case numbers decline from summer peak Nursing homes and hospitals across Ireland continue battling COVID-19 outbreaks, with approximately 1,500 people hospitalized during October, according to the Health Protection Surveillance Centre (HPSC). While cases have declined sharply from summer levels—dropping from 600 weekly cases to 221 … Read more
Irish airline reports strong first-half performance as ticket prices rise 13% and fleet expansion continues Irish airline Ryanair has reported a 40% surge in pre-tax profits to €2.9 billion for the first half of its financial year, driven by higher ticket prices and increased passenger numbers following fleet expansion. The budget carrier transported 119 million … Read more
Government blueprint aims to move all major public services online, streamlining life events from education to retirement The Irish government has approved an ambitious digital transformation plan that will see all major public services available online by 2030, with implementation of a national digital wallet to simplify citizens’ interactions with the state. Public Expenditure Minister … Read more
Parents asked to weigh in on school patronage, religious ethos, and educational preferences by December 16 A large-scale national survey has begun in Irish primary schools as the government prepares for significant reforms to the education sector, with Education and Training Board Ireland urging all parents and guardians to participate before the December 16 deadline. … Read more
Workplace Relations Commission ruling exposes pattern of abuse as hundreds face similar conditions The Workplace Relations Commission has ordered a Cavan restaurant owner to pay €154,000 in compensation to a Chinese chef who was subjected to severe labor exploitation, in a case that highlights widespread abuse of migrant workers in Ireland’s hospitality sector. Xiaofeng Gao … Read more
Met Éireann cautions widespread rainfall will continue through Monday with strong southwesterly winds Met Éireann has issued a Status Yellow rain warning as widespread precipitation affects Ireland, causing flooding in western counties and foggy conditions in some areas. Heavy rain will intensify and become more widespread late tonight, accompanied by strong southwesterly winds. Overnight temperatures … Read more
First-ever group cruise by Irish Indian-origin organization marks milestone in community engagement Malayalis in City West (MIC), a prominent Indian-origin community organization in Ireland, has successfully completed a groundbreaking seven-night, eight-day cruise aboard the MSC Europa, one of Europe’s largest luxury ships, with approximately 100 members participating. The “MIC on MSC 2025” voyage, which took … Read more
XFG variant dominates as cases concentrate in older populations and urban counties Approximately 1,500 people were hospitalized with COVID-19 in Ireland throughout October, with the Health Protection Surveillance Centre reporting continued viral activity despite no ICU admissions in the final week. The last week of October saw 221 new cases, resulting in 98 hospitalizations. Encouragingly, … Read more
Average premiums hit €623 as dispute intensifies over legal fees, repair costs, and claims processes Motor insurance costs in Ireland have risen 9% over the past year, with the average premium now reaching €623 and minimum premiums climbing to €397—the highest level since 2014—according to Central Bank figures. The increases are placing additional strain on … Read more
Academic excellence, affordability, and employment prospects drive growth as enrollment approaches 10,000 Indian-origin students’ preference for Ireland has increased by 38% according to a comprehensive study conducted among students, parents, and counselors across India, bucking a broader 15% decline in India’s overall outbound student mobility in 2024. The study reveals Ireland’s remarkable transformation as an … Read more
September figures show 5,238 children among those without permanent housing Ireland’s homelessness crisis has reached a new record high, with 16,614 people living in emergency accommodation at the end of September, including 5,238 children, according to new figures from the Department of Housing. The September data shows 11,376 adults and 2,443 families were housed in … Read more