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Visa and immigration updates for Indian nationals — H-1B sponsorship trends, OCI card rules, NRI tax obligations, passport services, and bilateral agreements between India and destination countries.
IndiGo Launches Direct Long-Haul Flights Mumbai to Manchester and Amsterdam
IndiGo’s July 2025 launch of direct Mumbai–Manchester and Mumbai–Amsterdam flights with Boeing 787s offers faster travel and premium service. Passengers must hold proper UK or Schengen visas. This expansion supports…
Indian EB-5 Investors Sue USCIS Chief Over Denied Green Cards
Seven Indian investors sued USCIS in 2025 for denying EB-5 petitions without redeployment options after a Texas regional…
NRIs Can Now Use UPI in India with Foreign Mobile Numbers
By mid-2025, NRIs can use UPI with international mobile numbers for secure payments in India, supported by major…
Indian Lawmakers to Review Aviation Safety After Deadliest Crash in a Decade
After the June 2025 Air India crash, Indian lawmakers plan a July 9 aviation safety review covering regulatory…
Saudi Visa Update Sparks Panic Among Nationals from Algeria, Bangladesh, India
As of July 2025, Saudi Arabia limits visit visas for nationals of 14 countries to single-entry only, suspending…
IATA’s Preeti Jain Highlights India’s Potential as SAF Hub
India aims to lead in Sustainable Aviation Fuel production with policies starting in 2025 and state incentives. Uttar…
Air India Jet Plunged 900ft During Flight Days After Crash
Air India flight AI-187 dropped nearly 900 feet after takeoff on June 14, 2025, following the deadly AI-171…
New Zealand Now Recognizes Indian Degrees for Permanent Residency
New Zealand removes IQA for Indian degree holders from June 2025, easing migration for priority jobs. Skilled professionals…
Why H1B Visa Rejection Isn’t the End for Indian Professionals
The 2024 H-1B visa rejection rate dropped to 2.5%, but lottery odds remain low with 16.6% selected. Indian…
Indian Student Shares Raw Reality of Studying and Surviving in US
USCIS changes and paused student visa interviews create challenges for Indian students in 2025. Severe green card backlogs…