India
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.
India’s Rise in Medical Tourism
India's medical tourism is booming due to its affordable, high-quality care. An estimated 7.3 million medical tourists will visit by 2024, seeking treatments for cardiology, orthopedics, and oncology. Cities like…
Massive $2.75 Billion Healthcare Fraud Case Involving 3 Indians
A major $2.75 billion healthcare fraud case in the U.S. involves 193 individuals, including three of Indian origin,…
4,300 India Millionaires Set to Leave India in 2024
In 2024, 4,300 millionaires are expected to leave India, down from 5,100 last year. The UK and China…
Khammam Student Kiran Dies in US Drowning Accident
A tragic incident occurred in Missouri where Kiran, a student from Chinna Korukondi, Telangana, drowned while swimming despite…
US Proposes End to Extra Security Checks for Indian Travelers
The U.S. plans to remove additional security checks for Indian travelers at transit points, aiming to streamline travel…
IndiGo Fined Rs 1 Lakh for Visa Violations by Immigration
The Bureau of Immigration fined IndiGo Rs 1 Lakh ($1,200) on June 26, 2024, for unspecified visa regulation…
Telugu Population in US Surges to 1.23 Million
The Telugu-speaking population in the US grew from 320,000 in 2016 to 1.23 million in 2024, concentrated in…
Indian International Student Deported for Faking Way into University And Posting It On Reddit
Aryan Anand, an international student, faked documents to gain a full scholarship at Lehigh University. His scheme was…
Indian-Americans Pay 6% of US Taxes Despite Being 1.5% of Population
Indian-Americans, about 1.5% of the U.S. population, contribute around 6% of the country's income taxes, demonstrating notable economic…
U.S. Diplomat: Chinese Students Needed in Humanities and Indians in Science
The U.S. emphasizes Chinese students in humanities and Indian students in STEM to address national security concerns and…