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Is the U.S. MD Degree Equivalent to India’s MBBS Degree?

Indian MBBS is a 5.5-year undergraduate program post-high school; US MD requires 8+ years including undergrad and residency. Licensing exams…

Visa Delays Jeopardize Fall 2025 Plans for Thousands of Indian Students

F-1 visa approvals for Indian students dropped sharply in 2025 due to appointment freezes, new social media rules, and stricter…

Visa Delays Threaten 7,000 Indian Students Enrolled in NC Universities

Indian students face a major visa appointment crisis, causing a sharp 70–80% decline in arrivals to North Carolina universities for…

Air India 787 Crash Investigated as Potential Criminal Act, Says Expert

On June 12, 2025, an Air India 787 crash near Ahmedabad killed 260 after intentional fuel cutoff. AAIB leads criminal…

India Sees Sharp Decline in Students Going to US, UK, Canada

Indian student enrollment abroad fell 15% in 2024, notably in the US, Canada, and UK. Rising costs and visa challenges…

Hyderabad Airport Faces Rising Demand for Direct US Flights Despite Delays

No direct flights connect Hyderabad to US cities as of mid-2025; all routes require at least one stopover, resulting in…

Indian Overseas Spending Falls to $2.3 Billion in May 2025

In May 2025, Indian overseas remittances under the LRS fell due to tighter regulations and costs. The TCS tax and…

Three Northeast States Issue Alert to Monitor Illegal Migrants After Assam Evictions

Manipur, Meghalaya, and Nagaland tightened border security in July 2025 after Assam’s eviction drives displaced thousands. They collect biometric data,…