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.
Japan Offers Fellowships and Scholarships to Attract 5,000 Indian Students
Japan plans to welcome 5,000 Indian students over three years, offering scholarships and English-to-Japanese academic tracks. This move responds to stricter visa regulations in the US and UK, aiming to…
UK International Education Strategy Drops Student Targets, Seeks £40B Exports
The UK government has replaced international student volume targets with a £40 billion export goal. The strategy emphasizes…
Guide Explains U.S. Citizen, Real Estate, India Purchase Rules
U.S. citizens buying property in India, Australia, or the UK must comply with local ownership laws and U.S.…
Big India Returns, Bigger Tax Shock: Why Nris Are Losing Money on Investments
NRIs in the U.S. face aggressive tax treatment on Indian mutual funds (PFICs) and significant withholding on property…
Budget 2026: Every Taxpayer’s Hopes Are Pinned on Income Tax Slab Relief
Effective April 2025, India's new tax regime offers a Rs 4 lakh exemption and a full rebate for…
TDS Threshold Doubled to ₹1 Lakh for Senior Citizens with Form 15H
India reported doubling the senior citizen interest TDS threshold to ₹1,00,000. While this reduces immediate tax withholding by…
H-1B Rule Takes Effect Feb. 27 as FedEx CEO Says “We Are A Meritocracy”
Starting February 2026, the H-1B visa process will shift to a wage-weighted selection system, replacing the traditional random…
Budget 2026 Experts Urge Higher ₹7.5 Lakh NPS Cap To Ease Double Taxation
India's NPS faces a 'double taxation' challenge due to a ₹7.5 lakh cap on combined employer retirement contributions.…
Tax Filing Season 2026 Requires Forms for International Students, Nris
The 2026 U.S. tax season requires international students and NRIs to file specific forms like 8843 and 1040-NR.…
Overseas Education Costs Surge for Indians: Rupee Depreciation
A combination of currency devaluation, high visa rejection rates (44%), and new $100,000 H-1B fees is deterring Indian…