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Indian Community Becomes Third-Largest Ethnic Group in New Zealand
The Indian community in New Zealand has surpassed the Chinese to become the third-largest ethnic group, indicating a 22% increase…
Visa Delays Disrupt Diwali Travel Plans For Indians
Visa delays are severely impacting Diwali travel, stemming from pandemic backlogs, policy shifts, and staffing shortages, causing cancellations and economic…
New Zealand Visa Fees Increase Impacting Indian Students
New Zealand's visa fee hike, starting October 2024, impacts Indian students significantly, with student visa fees rising from NZD 300…
Indian Woman Shailaja Paik Wins $800,000 MacArthur “Genius Grant” in USA
Shailaja Paik, an Indian-American historian, received the MacArthur Fellowship, known as the "genius grant," with an $800,000 award. Her research…
Sakalam Bheemaiah: NRI’s Struggle to Return from Saudi Arabia for Daughter’s Last Rites
Sakalam Bheemaiah, an NRI from Telangana, is struggling to return from Saudi Arabia for his daughter's last rites, highlighting challenges…
India Issues Emergency Travel Advisory Amid Iran-Israel Tensions
India has issued an emergency travel advisory due to heightened tensions between Iran and Israel, cautioning against non-essential travel to…
India to Test Biometric Systems for Immigration in 2025
India plans to test biometric-based immigration systems, using fingerprints and facial recognition to streamline processes and boost security. This move…
US Opens 250,000 Visa Appointments for Indian Travelers
The U.S. Mission to India has added 250,000 visa appointments, enhancing bilateral ties by addressing high demand among Indian travelers.…