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Saudi Arabia Halts One-Year Visas for 14 Nations, Including India, Pakistan
Saudi Arabia has banned one-year multiple-entry visas for 14 countries, including India and Pakistan, from February 1, 2025, to curb illegal Hajj pilgrimages. Travelers must now obtain single-entry visas valid…
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Visa issues drop Indian student enrollment in US by 28%
A 28% decline in Indian student enrollment at U.S. universities for 2025 is linked to tougher F-1 visa rules, OPT…
Neela Rajendra let go after executive order at NASA
Neela Rajendra was dismissed from NASA following Trump’s executive order halting all DEI efforts in federal agencies. NASA’s diversity office…
Saudi Arabia grants India additional 10,000 Hajj slots for 2025
Saudi Arabia increased India’s Hajj quota to 175,025 for 2025, resolving recent disruptions. The quota split between public and private…
H-4 visa holders face travel risks with visa renewal delays
H-4 visa holders face over 450-day wait times at U.S. consulates in India, stricter interview requirements, heightened scrutiny, and rising…
Air India Controversy Over Business Class Downgrade
Frequent business class downgrades on Air India flights due to crew accommodations are harming the airline's reputation. The DGCA's new…
Visa Changes Challenge Indian Students at Australian Universities
Indian students face tightened Australian visa restrictions due to concerns over fraud and high dropout rates. By 2024, Australia plans…
NRIs See Tax Relief on Mutual Fund Capital Gains in India
NRIs encounter increased tax complexities surrounding mutual funds. Equity funds gained a 2020 tax exemption under the India-UAE treaty. July…
India-Singapore Air Traffic Reaches Record 5.5 Million
India-Singapore air travel surged to 5.5 million in 2024, powered by economic growth and airline expansions. Rising tourism led by…